Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Elmwood Park (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in the United States 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, contributing to a nurturing, diverse culture and lasting impact on students’

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students.
• Ability to facilitate small groups.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support student growth.
• Design and deliver development programs for students.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group sessions with students.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff to design and improve development programs.
• Connect students with resources and positive behavior supports.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers and staff

Program development

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.