Youth Development Specialist

Confidential; Poteet (TX); 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 involves designing and delivering development programs, promoting positive behavior, and connecting students with resources to foster a nurturing, inclusive school culture and opportunities for lifelong learning.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Lead small-group facilitation and activities in coordination with teachers and staff.
• Collaborate with teachers to design and deliver development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and social-emotional learning in the school community.
• Connect students with appropriate resources and supports.

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.