Youth Development Worker

ADP, Inc.; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same Day/Next Day Pay

Employee Recognition

Holiday Pay

Years of Service Recognition

Paid Training

Health Insurance (HSA)

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Life/AD&D/CI/Disability Insurance

Job summary

Isabella County Day Treatment Program in Mount Pleasant, MI is seeking a Youth Development Worker. This full-time role supports adolescents in a structured, therapeutic environment, helping them build life skills and behavioral change.

You will supervise and mentor youth, foster positive relationships, facilitate group activities, and implement treatment plans while ensuring safety and confidentiality. A valid driver’s license and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience working with adolescents in a child care or related setting.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to pass criminal background and driving record checks.
• Ability to complete CPR and First Aid training.
• Maintain required annual training hours.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor youth in a structured therapeutic environment.
• Build positive relationships while providing guidance and support.
• Facilitate group activities and individual interactions.
• Implement treatment plans and behavioral interventions.
• Transport youth to and from the program and activities.
• Administer medications as directed and maintain documentation.
• Complete required reports and progress notes.
• Participate in Treatment Team meetings and trainings.
• Maintain a clean, safe program environment.
• Assist with daily program operations and meals.
• Ensure safety and confidentiality of all youth.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Dependable

Team-oriented

Calm under pressure

Passionate about helping youth

Job description

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Youth Development Worker

Full Time Mount Pleasant, MI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1010

Youth Development Worker

Help Change a Young Person's Future!

Starting Pay:$17.55 per hour

Why You'll Love Working at MQCSI

Same Day/Next Day Pay Available – Access your earned wages before payday.

Employee Recognition Programs

Holiday Pay

Years of Service Recognition

Paid Training

Career Growth & Leadership Opportunities – We promote from within!

Medical Insurance, including HSA

401(k) with 4% Employer Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Term Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability & Accident Insurance

Full-Time Position

Looking for a Career That Makes a Difference?

Join the team at the Isabella County Day Treatment Program and become a positive influence in the lives of adolescents who need guidance, structure, and support.

As a Youth Development Worker, you'll help create a safe, therapeutic environment where youth can build confidence, develop life skills, and work toward positive behavioral change. Every day brings new opportunities to mentor, encourage, and make a lasting impact.

If you're compassionate, dependable, and passionate about helping young people succeed, we'd love to have you on our team.

What You'll Do

As a Youth Development Worker, you will:

Supervise and mentor youth in a structured therapeutic environment.

Build positive relationships while providing guidance, encouragement, and support.

Facilitate group activities and individual interactions.

Implement established treatment plans and behavioral interventions.

Transport youth to and from the program, appointments, and community activities.

Administer medications as directed and maintain accurate documentation.

Complete required reports, progress notes, and daily documentation.

Participate in Treatment Team meetings, staff trainings, and interdisciplinary meetings.

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized program environment.

Help prepare meals and assist with daily program operations.

Ensure the safety and well-being of all youth while following program policies and confidentiality requirements.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for individuals who are:

Compassionate and patient

Dependable and reliable

Team-oriented

Calm under pressure

Passionate about helping youth succeed

Qualifications

Minimum of one year of experience working with adolescents in a child care agency, child placement agency, educational setting, or comparable life experience such as parenting or youth mentoring.

Valid Driver's License required.

Ability to pass criminal background and driving record checks.

Ability to complete required training, including CPR and First Aid.

Ability to maintain required annual training hours.

Strong communication and documentation skills.

Grow Your Career with MQCSI

At MQCSI, we believe in developing our employees. We provide paid training, ongoing professional development, recognition for your contributions, and opportunities to advance into leadership positions.