Impactful Residential Youth Specialist, 2nd Shift

Bethany Christian Services USA LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with employer"s

Generous time off (11 paid holidays, P

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Bethany Christian Services USA LLC in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Residential Youth Specialist for the 2nd shift. This full-time position supports youth in a Christian faith-based residential program, promoting safety, growth, and positive daily routines.

You will work night/weekend shifts, follow treatment guidelines, participate in team meetings, manage meals, study time, activities, and crises, and serve as an advocate for residents while maintaining confidentiality and professional

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of child welfare experience working with children and/or adolescents.
• Must be 21 years old with a valid U.S. driver’s license and at least 3 years of driving experience.
• Ability to pass criminal history screen and TB test.
• Must be able to work night shifts, weekends, and holiday shifts.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and retain knowledge about the sexual offender treatment program and implement components on the job.
• Actively participate in activities and encourage positive interaction and growth among residents.
• Attend bi-monthly meetings with supervisor to discuss job performance or concerns.
• Follow treatment guidelines with caring, consistent intervention when needed.
• Promptly conduct CPI as required.
• Oversee residents’ daily routines including meals, study, outings, bedtime, and jobs.
• Advocate for residents by sharing social history at staff meetings and reviewing histories to guide treatment goals.
• Provide residential advocacy at staff meetings with updates on level, time, placement, and progress.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Customer service

Independent work

Reliability

Team collaboration

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Bethany Christian Services USA LLC in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Residential Youth Specialist for the 2nd shift. This full-time position supports youth in a Christian faith-based residential program, promoting safety, growth, and positive daily routines.

You will work night/weekend shifts, follow treatment guidelines, participate in team meetings, manage meals, study time, activities, and crises, and serve as an advocate for residents while maintaining confidentiality and professional