Youth Development Specialist

Confidential; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hayward, CA, seeks a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department to support students’ academic, social and emotional growth through mentoring, facilitation, and collaboration with teachers and staff.

You will help design and deliver development programs, promote positive behavior, and connect students with campus resources, contributing to a nurturing culture and lasting impact while growing professionally.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring or supporting youth in educational settings.
• Ability to design and facilitate development activities for students.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring to students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Lead small-group sessions and collaborate with teachers and staff on activities.
• Contribute to design and delivery of development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and student wellbeing across the campus.
• Connect students with available campus resources and supports.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Teacher collaboration

Program design

Behavior promotion

Resource linking

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.