Youth Development Specialist

Milton Hershey School; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School is seeking a Youth Development Specialist in the Education, Training & E-Learning department to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. The role involves mentoring, facilitating small groups, and collaborating with teachers and staff to design and deliver development programs.

The Specialist promotes positive behavior, connects students with resources, and helps create nurturing, diverse environments while growing professionally within the school.

Qualifications

• Supports students’ academic, social, and emotional growth through mentoring.
• Facilitates small groups and collaborates with teachers and staff.
• Helps design and deliver development programs and promote positive behavior.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students to support their growth and well-being.
• Facilitate small-group sessions with students.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff on student development.
• Connect students with internal and community resources.

Skills

Mentoring

Small-group facilitation

Collaboration with teachers

Program design

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.