Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; St. George (VT); 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 positive behavior and connections to resources.

The position emphasizes nurturing and inclusive culture while contributing to students’ lifelong learning and well-being within a residential school setting.

Qualifications

• Mentor students to support academic, social and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small groups and collaborate with teachers and staff.
• Design and deliver development programs and promote positive behavior.
• Connect students with available resources to support success.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring and guidance to students.
• Lead small-group sessions and collaborate with teachers and staff.
• Support program development within Education, Training & E-Learning.
• Promote positive behavior and student well-being.

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.