Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Lindsay (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School seeks a Youth Development Specialist to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring and group facilitation. You will collaborate with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs and promote positive behavior.

This role also involves connecting students with resources to aid their progress. The position emphasizes fostering a nurturing, inclusive culture and providing ongoing professional growth opportunities within our

Qualifications

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small groups and collaborate with teachers and staff.
• Assist design and delivery of development programs for student growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring to students to foster growth.
• Lead small-group sessions to reinforce skills and behaviors.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to implement development programs.
• Connect students with available resources and supports.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Staff collaboration

Program design

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.