Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Marquette Heights (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; 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, small-group facilitation, and collaboration with teachers and staff.

The role focuses on designing and delivering development programs, promoting positive behavior, and connecting students with resources, with opportunities for professional growth in a nurturing, diverse school community.

Qualifications

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small groups and activities to engage learners.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to implement programs.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students individually and in small groups.
• Collaborate with teachers to design development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with resources.

Skills

Mentoring

Group facilitation

Collaboration

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.