Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Seaside (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; 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 Specialist helps design and deliver development programs, promotes positive behavior, and connects students with resources, contributing to a nurturing, diverse culture and lasting impact on students’ lives while growing professionally.

Qualifications

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Lead small-group activities and discussions.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to design enrichment programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group mentoring to students.
• Facilitate development programs and activities.
• Partner with teachers to promote positive student behaviors and well-being.

Skills

Mentoring

Group facilitation

Collaboration

Student support

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.