Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Maryland; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School, in the Education, Training & E-Learning department, seeks a Youth Development Specialist to support 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. This full-time role offers professional growth and the chance to make a lasting impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• Mentor students to support academic and social growth.
• Facilitate small groups and activities in a school setting.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to design programs.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students and support their academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Lead small-group sessions and activities.
• Coordinate with teachers and staff to deliver development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with available resources.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration

Program design

Behavior support

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.