Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Palos Heights, IL seeks a Youth Development Specialist to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring and small-group facilitation. You will collaborate with teachers and staff to design engaging development programs and promote a positive school climate.

The role focuses on connecting students with resources, guiding behavior, and helping them succeed inside and outside the classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students in educational settings.
• Ability to facilitate small groups and manage discussions.
• Strong collaboration with teachers and school staff.
• Experience designing or delivering development programs.

Responsibilities

• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring.
• Help design and deliver development programs for students.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to implement curricula and activities.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with available resources.

Skills

Mentoring

Group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Program design

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.