Residential Youth Advocate - 2nd Shift

Bethany Christian Services; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Generous PTO

Education reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Bethany Christian Services seeks a Residential Youth Specialist to support youth in a faith-based residential setting. You will implement treatment components, supervise daily routines, and advocate for residents while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team.

The role requires at least one year in child welfare, strong communication, and a willingness to work night/weekend shifts. A valid driver's license and background checks are mandatory, with opportunity for professional growth within a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of child welfare experience.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to pass required medical examinations and have the physical ability to fulfill the essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and retain knowledge pertaining to the sexual offender treatment program, and successfully implement components on the job.
• Actively participate in assigned activities and encourage positive interaction and growth amongst the residents.
• Attend bi-monthly meetings with supervisor to discuss job performance, and/or issues or concerns.
• Follow the treatment guidelines by intervening in a caring and consistent manner, when the need arises.
• Promptly conduct the nonviolent CPI procedure, when necessary.
• Oversee the residents’ daily routines to include meal time, study time, outings, bedtime, assigned jobs, and other residential activities.
• Serve as a residential advocate by presenting social history at staff meeting following admission as well as reviewing the criminal sexual conduct and legal history, family history, psychological history, school history, and identify the issues or behaviors that would warrant attention in the treatment.
• Provide residential advocacy at staff meetings by updating the team on information related to current level, length of time on that level, date of placement, length of stay, goal attainment percentages from the prior 4 weeks, school progress report, think tank or room restriction time, incident reports, assessment of overall functioning, interaction with peers and staff, and recommendation for new or revised treatment goals.
• Perform essential functions of this position without operating a motor vehicle.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule, including the ability to work night shifts, weekends, and holiday shifts.
• Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department.
• May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany sponsored event.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bethany Christian Services seeks a Residential Youth Specialist to support youth in a faith-based residential setting. You will implement treatment components, supervise daily routines, and advocate for residents while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team.

The role requires at least one year in child welfare, strong communication, and a willingness to work night/weekend shifts. A valid driver's license and background checks are mandatory, with opportunity for professional growth within a