College & Career Counselor
Company: Milton Hershey School
Location: Hershey
Posted on: January 27, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Back to all Careers JOB ID: 26000010 Hershey, PA
Full-time Job Category: Counselor Milton Hershey School (MHS) is
one of the worlds best pre-K through 12th grade private schools,
where approximately 2,200 students from disadvantaged backgrounds
are provided with a cost-free home and a top-notch character &
career-focused education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and
Catherine Hershey in 1909, the school is fully endowed today, with
the resources to ensure students can thrive. The school has
prepared over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive
lives and is expanding to serve more students. MHS is seeking a
missiondriven College & Career Counselor. This role is profoundly
impactful and unlike counseling positions in traditional high
schools. Because every MHS student comes from an economically
disadvantaged background and because career readiness is a founding
principle of MHS, our counselors take a holistic, highly
personalized, and involved approach to preparing students for
success after graduation. The College & Career Counselor plays a
central role in helping students discover their strengths, explore
career pathways, and build the academic, professional, and personal
readiness needed for longterm success. This is an on-site position
in Hershey, PA. This position offers a highly competitive salary
range & includes a benefits package.Key Responsibilities include:
Individual & Group Counseling Provide oneonone and group guidance
sessions to help students develop meaningful postgraduation plans.
Monitor academic and behavioral performance and offer proactive,
strength-based advisement. Career Exploration & Skill Development
Conduct assessments and deliver classroom lessons to help students
identify interests, aptitudes, and careeraligned skills. Advise
students on selecting coursework that aligns with their chosen
career pathways. WorkBased Learning & Career Readiness Facilitate
authentic work experiences, including job shadowing, internships,
and oncampus employment. Collaborate with MHS staff to ensure
students gain realworld exposure and professional competencies.
PostSecondary Planning Guide students through planning for
employment, trade programs, certificate programs, and college
pathways. Support students in completing college applications,
FAFSA forms, and all related documentation. Consult with the MHS
Scholarship Program to ensure students plans align with available
financial resources. College & Program Partnerships Build and
maintain strong relationships with colleges, training programs, and
postsecondary institutions. Plan, lead, and debrief campus visits
and tours to support informed student decisionmaking. Assessment &
Testing Coordination Coordinate and facilitate state and national
standardized exams. Events & Extended Availability Plan and execute
special events related to college and career readiness. Work
occasional days outside the standard school week to meet the
program needs and ensure student support. The MHS Difference -
Success in this role requires: Extensive availability to students
for individualized planning and support. Deep collaboration with
teachers, houseparents, administrators, and parent/sponsors. A
commitment to the culture of excellence, compassion, and teamwork
that defines Milton Hershey School. A passion for helping students
overcome barriers and achieve lifechanging outcomes. This is more
than a counseling role, it is an opportunity to shape futures, open
doors, and empower students to build lives of purpose and
possibility. Qualifications: Education & Experience Masters degree
in School Counseling (required). Minimum of 3 years of experience
in School Counseling and/or College & Career Counseling, preferably
with students from economically disadvantaged settings.
Demonstrated ability to inspire, guide, and advocate for youth,
with a strong commitment to ensuring success for every student.
Technical Skills Experience using Student Information Systems such
as Infinite Campus or PowerSchool. Knowledge of TraumaInformed Care
principles and effective response strategies. Proficiency with
Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications. Experience
using Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Canvas, Schoology,
or Google Classroom. Ability to facilitate standardized exams and
analyze test data to inform student planning. Professional
Competencies Strong collaboration skills and a proven record of
effective teamwork. Exceptional timemanagement, organization, and
multitasking abilities. Excellent verbal, written, and platform
communication skills. A proactive, solutionsoriented mindset with a
commitment to continuous improvement. Willingness to participate in
and lead student extracurricular activities as part of the schools
wholechild approach. Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of
integrity as all staff are role models for students. Apply Now
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