Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Morrison (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School is seeking a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department. The 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. The position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on students’ lives while growing

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring youth or students.
• Ability to lead small-group sessions and activities.
• Strong collaboration with teachers and school staff.
• Understanding of behavior promotion and positive reinforcement.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group sessions and development activities.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and classroom culture across school programs.
• Connect students with appropriate resources and support services.

Skills

Mentoring

Facilitation

Collaboration

Social-emotional learning

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.