Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Mississippi seeks a Youth Development Specialist to support students' academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring and small-group facilitation. The role collaborates with teachers and staff to design development programs and promote positive behavior in a residential school setting.

The specialist will connect students with resources, help design and deliver development activities, and contribute to a nurturing, diverse culture while growing professionally

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students.
• Ability to facilitate small groups and activities.
• Strong collaboration with teachers and staff to support student growth.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group sessions and activities.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs.

Skills

Mentoring

Group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

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.