Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Cuyahoga Falls (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Ohio seeks a Youth Development Specialist to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring and small-group facilitation.

You will collaborate with teachers and staff to design development programs, promote positive behavior, and connect students with available resources, fostering a nurturing residential learning community.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group sessions to reinforce learning and life skills.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to integrate development programs.
• Design and deliver development activities aligned with student needs.
• Promote positive behavior and safe campus culture.
• Connect students with available school resources and support services.

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.