Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Fayetteville (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School is seeking a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department. The role focuses on mentoring students, leading small-group sessions, and collaborating with teachers to design growth programs that promote positive behavior and resource connections.

The position supports a residential K–12 environment, offering opportunities to influence student outcomes while growing professionally within a nurturing, diverse culture.

Qualifications

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Lead small-group sessions and facilitate activities.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to design development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring to students across grades K-12.
• Facilitate small-group activities and discussions.
• Collaborate with educators to implement development programs.
• Promote healthy behavior and connect students with campus resources.
• Support a nurturing, diverse school culture.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Team collaboration

Positive behavior support

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.