Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Highland Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in the United States seeks a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department to support students' academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring, small-group facilitation, and collaboration with teachers.

The role involves designing and delivering development programs, promoting positive behavior, and connecting students with available resources, within a nurturing, diverse culture and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Mentoring students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitating small groups to reinforce learning and skills.
• Collaborating with teachers and staff to implement programs.
• Assisting design and delivery of development programs.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic and social growth.
• Lead or co-lead small-group sessions and activities.
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver programs across classrooms.
• Promote positive behavior and classroom culture.
• Connect students with available school resources and supports.

Skills

Mentoring

Group facilitation

Collaboration

Program development

Positive behavior support

Resource connection

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.