Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; 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 development programs and promote positive behavior within a residential school setting.

This position offers the opportunity to connect students with resources and to contribute to a nurturing, diverse culture while growing professionally in Education, Training & E-Learning.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students in school settings.
• Ability to lead small-group sessions with diverse learners.
• Strong collaboration with teachers and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group sessions and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with teachers to design and implement development programs.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

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.