Part-Time Youth Treatment Specialist - Trauma-Informed Care

Wedgwood Christian Services; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid training

Recertification provided

Trauma-informed team

Job summary

Wedgwood Christian Services in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Youth Treatment Specialist (Part-Time) for our residential behavioral health program serving adolescents ages 10-16. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized treatment plans and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment grounded in the Sanctuary Model.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed mentorship, crisis de-escalation, and helping youth build life skills, self-worth and positive identity while

Qualifications

• At least 20 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and safely perform physical interventions when necessary.
• Alignment with Wedgwood’s Statement of Faith, vision and values.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with therapists and case managers.
• Create and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment grounded in the Sanctuary Model® (safety, emotional intelligence, open communication, and social learning).
• Build consistent, mentoring relationships using trauma-informed and relationship-based approaches.
• Utilize verbal de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques to support behavioral regulation.
• Model and teach healthy communication, problem-solving, and daily living skills.
• Support youth in developing life skills, self-worth, and positive identity formation.
• Engage in structured recreational and skill-building activities.
• Administer medications as assigned and support physical wellness routines.
• Document and maintain accurate records in alignment with behavioral health standards.
• Transport residents to appointments, school, court, or community activities as needed.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Verbal de-escalation

Crisis intervention

Relationship-based approaches

Youth advocacy/mentorship

Education

High school diploma or GED

Social Work (BSW in progress or completed)

Counseling

Human Services

Child Development

Criminal Justice (youth focus)

Behavioral Health or related field

Job description

Wedgwood Christian Services in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Youth Treatment Specialist (Part-Time) for our residential behavioral health program serving adolescents ages 10-16. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized treatment plans and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment grounded in the Sanctuary Model.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed mentorship, crisis de-escalation, and helping youth build life skills, self-worth and positive identity while