Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Rio Rancho, NM seeks a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring and small-group facilitation.

The role collaborates with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs, promote positive behavior, and connect students with resources, helping them thrive.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth development and mentoring.
• Ability to facilitate small groups and support student growth.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring to students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group sessions to promote engagement and learning.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to integrate development activities into daily routines.
• Help design and deliver development programs that address student needs.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with available resources.

Skills

Mentoring

Facilitation

Collaboration

Program design

Behavior promotion

Resource connections

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.