Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Follett (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in the Education, Training & E-Learning department seeks a Youth Development Specialist who mentors students and supports their academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring, small-group facilitation, and collaboration with teachers.

You will help design and deliver development programs, promote positive behavior, and connect students with available resources, contributing to a nurturing culture and student success.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth development or mentoring.
• Ability to collaborate with school staff and teachers.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group activities and class-wide programs.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support student development.
• Help design and deliver development programs for students.
• Promote positive behavior and wellbeing.
• Connect students with available resources and supports.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Program design

Positive-behavior support

Connecting 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.