Weekend Youth Specialist — Trauma-Informed Care

Samaritas; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Samaritas in Royal Oak is seeking a dedicated Youth Specialist for weekend shifts in a staff-supported boys' housing program serving youth transitioning from foster care to independent living. On-site role emphasizes compassionate supervision, trauma-informed approach, and safety.

You’ll collaborate with a team, support daily living skills, document observations, and respond calmly to crises to help youth heal and grow in a structured, empowering environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in human services or 60 college credits or equivalent experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable vehicle for transporting youth as needed
• Experience or interest in working with youth in high-stress environments

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and emotional support in a trauma-informed setting
• Respond to crises with empathy and professionalism
• Maintain a safe, structured environment that promotes healing and independence
• Document observations and incidents in accordance with program standards
• Collaborate with a team dedicated to youth empowerment and recovery
• Serve as a role model to youth in residence by modeling responsible behaviors
• Provide guidance in daily living skills, including household chores
• Monitor activities of youth to ensure safety and wellbeing

Skills

Empathy

Crisis management

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in human services

60 college credits

Job description

Samaritas in Royal Oak is seeking a dedicated Youth Specialist for weekend shifts in a staff-supported boys' housing program serving youth transitioning from foster care to independent living. On-site role emphasizes compassionate supervision, trauma-informed approach, and safety.

You’ll collaborate with a team, support daily living skills, document observations, and respond calmly to crises to help youth heal and grow in a structured, empowering environment.