Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Lacon (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School is seeking a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department. You will mentor students to support their academic, social, and emotional growth, and facilitate small-group activities in collaboration with teachers and staff.

You will help design and deliver development programs, promote positive behavior, and connect students with resources to meet diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students in educational or youth development settings.
• Ability to design and deliver development programs for students.
• Ability to promote positive behavior and connect students with resources.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group activities and collaborate with teachers and staff.
• Help design and deliver development programs and promote positive behavior.
• Connect students with available resources to support their needs.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-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.