Youth Development Specialist

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

Job summary

Milton Hershey School seeks a Youth Development Specialist 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 that promote student growth and well-being.

The Specialist connects students with resources and helps foster positive behaviors within a nurturing residential school environment, enabling professional growth for staff and students alike.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students.
• Ability to facilitate small groups and collaborate with teachers.
• Experience designing and delivering development programs.

Responsibilities

• Support students' academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring.
• Facilitate small groups and collaborate with teachers and staff.
• Help design and deliver development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with resources.

Skills

Mentoring

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.