Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Virginia Danville seeks a Youth Development Specialist in Education, Training & E-Learning to mentor students, facilitate small groups, and collaborate with teachers and staff to support academic, social, and emotional growth.

The role involves designing and delivering development programs, promoting positive behavior, and connecting students with school resources, contributing to a nurturing, diverse culture and lasting impact on learners.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students and facilitate small groups.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support growth.
• Help design and deliver development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with resources.

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.