Youth Aide- MYTC

State of Michigan; Michigan; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A state government agency is seeking a Youth Aide to supervise and instruct youth in meal preparation and laundry duties. The role emphasizes maintaining safety and security while managing various tasks. Applicants must have a high school diploma and relevant experience documented in their application. Potential applicants should verify the work location and schedule during interviews. The position is located at 400 N. Rose Street, Mr. Clemens, MI and requires physical reporting to the office.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school.
• Experience equivalent to Youth Aide is required based on level.
• Youth Aide E8: Two years of experience equivalent to a Youth Aide, including one year equivalent to a Youth Aide 7.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and instruct youth in meal preparation and service.
• Maintain safety and security during meal and laundry services.
• Process Department of Education paperwork.
• Process Department of Education paperwork for school meal reimbursements, self-audits, nutritional analyses, and menu reports as needed.
• Perform laundry functions for the facility.
• Supervise and instruct youth in laundering clothes, bedding, and facility items.
• Maintain safety and security while youth complete cleaning and laundry duties.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Youth Aide 7 experience

Youth Aide E8 experience

Job description

Job Description

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. For more information, please visit MDHHS Diversity Equity and Inclusion.

Position Description

• Supervise and instruct youth in the preparation of meals using approved techniques and following established menus.
• Supervise youth in the service of meals.
• Maintain safety and security while participating and/or supervising youth in all phases of food services including sanitation, use of equipment, following instructions, cooking, serving, clean‑up, and maintenance of the kitchen dining area.
• Process all Department of Education paperwork regarding school meal reimbursements, self‑audits, nutritional analyses, and menu reports as needed.
• Perform laundry function for the facility.
• Supervise and instruct youth in the process of laundering youth clothes and bedding, as well as facility items.
• Maintain safety and security while performing and/or supervising youth completing cleaning and laundry duties.

Requirements

• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• Relevant experience and/or education referred to in supplemental questions must be documented in resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a cover letter.
• Attach a copy of an official transcript(s) if applicable. We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web‑based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Education and Experience Levels

• Education: Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
• Youth Aide 6: No specific type or amount is required.
• Youth Aide 7: One year of experience equivalent to a Youth Aide 6.
• Youth Aide E8: Two years of experience equivalent to a Youth Aide, including one year equivalent to a Youth Aide 7.

Additional Requirements and Information

• The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.
• Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
• This position is located at 400 N. Rose Street, Mr. Clemens, MI. The selected incumbents will be required to physically report to this office. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
• As a Condition of Employment: Some positions within this class series are assigned job duties that may require possession of the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle.
• The Department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
• Questions related to this position may be directed to Ellicia Jackson at [e-mail].
• MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.