Youth Development Specialist

Confidential; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The role involves collaborating with teachers and staff, helping design and deliver development programs, promoting positive behavior, and connecting students with resources to foster lasting personal growth.

Qualifications

• Mentors students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitates small groups and collaborates with teachers and staff.
• Designs and delivers development programs and promotes positive behavior.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring and support to students to foster overall development.
• Collaborate with educators to implement development programs and behavioral initiatives.

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.