Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School is seeking a Youth Development Specialist to support students' academic, social, and emotional growth. You will mentor students, facilitate small groups, and collaborate with teachers and staff to design development programs.

The role focuses on promoting positive behavior and connecting students with available resources within a nurturing, diverse school community.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small groups and collaborate with classroom staff.
• Help design and deliver development programs for students.
• Promote positive behavior and student well-being.
• Connect students with appropriate resources and supports.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers and staff

Program design

Behavior promotion

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.