Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Tucker (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Tucker, Georgia, seeks a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department. This on-site role supports students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring, small-group facilitation, and collaboration with teachers and staff.

You will help design and deliver development programs, promote positive behavior, and connect students with resources while contributing to a nurturing, diverse culture and growing professionally.

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring students in educational or residential settings.
• Ability to facilitate small groups and engage diverse learners.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to partner with teachers and staff.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mentoring

Group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Empathy

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.