Youth Development Specialist

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

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Parma, OH 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, with a focus on residential school life and long-term student success.

Qualifications

• Supports students’ academic, social and emotional growth through mentoring.
• Facilitates small-group sessions and collaborates with teachers and staff.
• Helps design and deliver development programs and promotes positive behavior.
• Connects students with available resources and supports residential life.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic and personal growth.
• Lead small-group sessions and coordinate with classroom teachers.
• Develop and deliver development programs for student growth.
• Promote positive behavior and a respectful school culture.
• Connect students with resources and supports as needed.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration

Program design

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.