Overnight Youth Treatment Specialist - UC Program (PT)

Wedgwood Christian Services; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP program

Student loan forgiveness (PSLF)

Free training & recertification

Gym access

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Wedgwood Christian Services seeks an Overnight Youth Treatment Specialist (PT) for Baraka Unaccompanied Children Home in Grand Rapids, MI. You will supervise adolescents in a residential program, provide daily care, and support treatment activities from therapy to transport.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, English fluency (Spanish preferred), and a valid driver's license. You will work every other weekend 9p-7a and help maintain a safe, therapeutic home.

Qualifications

• English speaking required; Spanish speaking high preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• A high school diploma or equivalent required. Additional education and/or certification in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience supervising adolescents with emotional/behavioral disorders preferred.
• Must have a valid driver;s license.
• Federally funded program requiring vaccines: Varicella, MMR, DTaP, Influenza, COVID-19.

Responsibilities

• Perform bed checks at least every 15 minutes within the residential program.
• Document accurate records and reports on bed checks and client behaviors.
• Strive to create a therapeutic milieu: warmth, empathy and respect.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate client treatment programs; facilitate and support all programs.
• Observe and monitor client behaviors and use agency interventions to keep residents safe.
• Provide first aid or CPR if required and schedule medical/dental/vision appointments.
• Transport residents as needed.
• Maintain a clean, orderly home; supervise and participate in chores.
• Report property damage and participate in supervision and team meetings.

Skills

English speaking

Spanish speaking (preferred)

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Psychology/Social Work background preferred

Job description

Wedgwood Christian Services seeks an Overnight Youth Treatment Specialist (PT) for Baraka Unaccompanied Children Home in Grand Rapids, MI. You will supervise adolescents in a residential program, provide daily care, and support treatment activities from therapy to transport.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, English fluency (Spanish preferred), and a valid driver's license. You will work every other weekend 9p-7a and help maintain a safe, therapeutic home.