Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hamilton, New Jersey, seeks a Youth Development Specialist to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring and small-group facilitation. You will collaborate with teachers and staff to promote positive development and to design engaging programs.

The role focuses on mentoring, program delivery, and connecting students with valuable resources, contributing to a nurturing school culture and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring K-12 students.
• Ability to design and deliver development programs.
• Strong collaboration with teaching staff.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small groups and activities.
• Collaborate with teachers to connect students with resources.
• Help design and deliver development programs.

Skills

Mentoring

Group facilitation

Collaboration

Program design

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.