Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Sterling (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School, a cost-free pre-K through 12th grade residential school, seeks a Youth Development Specialist to mentor students and support holistic growth. You will facilitate small groups and collaborate with teachers and staff to design development programs that promote positive behavior and learning success.

The role emphasizes mentoring, program facilitation, and connecting students with available resources within a nurturing campus culture.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students in educational or residential settings.
• Ability to facilitate small groups and adapt to diverse student needs.
• Demonstrated collaboration with teachers and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Facilitate small-group sessions and activities.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs.
• Promote positive behavior and connect students with appropriate resources.

Skills

Mentoring

Group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Connecting students with resources

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.