Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; City of Dunkirk (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School is seeking a Youth Development Specialist to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. The role involves mentoring, facilitating small groups, and collaborating with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs.

The Specialist promotes positive behavior, connects students with resources, and helps create a nurturing, diverse learning environment. The position offers opportunities for professional growth within Education, Training &

Qualifications

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small groups and classroom activities to reinforce learning.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver development programs for student growth.
• Promote positive behavior and social-emotional learning.
• Connect students with school resources and supports.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Job description

Milton Hershey School, a cost-free pre-K through 12th grade residential school, is seeking a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department. This role supports students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring, small-group facilitation, and collaboration with teachers and staff. The Specialist helps design and deliver development programs, promotes positive behavior, and connects students with resources. MHS offers a nurturing, diverse culture and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on students’ lives while growing professionally.