Youth Prevention Specialist

Arbor-Circl; Brooks Township (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-driven salary

Health insurance options

11 paid holidays

3 weeks' vacation + sick time

Flexible scheduling

Professional development

Job summary

Arbor Circle in Newaygo, MI seeks a Youth Prevention Specialist to provide youth-centered services in schools and community settings. Responsibilities include outreach, group facilitation, program development, and data management to evaluate outcomes.

The role supports system-wide projects with a trauma-informed, equity-focused approach. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Social Work or related field, a valid driver's license, and is willing to pursue certification as a prevention

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social work or related field required.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Knowledge of Newaygo County community resources.
• Experience leading groups.
• Certified prevention specialist or willingness to certify.
• Ability to work independently and drive projects forward.

Responsibilities

• Provide youth-centered services in schools and community settings.
• Engage in outreach, group facilitation and program development.
• Conduct evaluation and manage data to inform outcomes.
• Support community-wide system-based projects.
• Build trauma-informed, equity-centered relationships.

Skills

Group facilitation

Independence

Trauma-informed care

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social work or related field

Job description

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Youth Prevention Specialist

Regular Full-Time Professional Newaygo, MI, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 2003

Salary Range: $37,500.00 To $62,500.00 Annually

This is an entry-level position focused on providing quality, youth-centered services that support the healthy development and overall well-being of youth. Services are provided in schools and other community settings and include outreach, group facilitation, program development, and evaluation, including data management. Position will also involve project management and support of community wide system based projects. Positive outcomes are achieved through purposeful and respectful relationships rooted in trauma-informed care, hope, and evidence-based research. An openness to embrace and explore bias, equity issues, successes, and challenges from a place of understanding and curiosity is needed to succeed and develop in the position/organization.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social work or related field
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record required
• Knowledge and understanding of Newaygo County community resources
• Experiences leading groups
• Certified prevention specialist or willingness to achieve certification required
• Other Key Skill: a strong ability to work independently and move projects forward without constant oversight is required.
  

Learn More About Arbor Circle

At Arbor Circle, we support our employees with:

Market-driven and equitable salary practices

Robust health insurance options

11 paid holidays (including floating holidays meaningful to you)

3 weeks' vacation upon hire, plus separate paid sick time

A supportive, fulfilling, and inclusive workplace culture

Equity and inclusion-focused affinity and work groups

Ongoing professional development and meaningful career growth opportunities

Quality supervision and flexible scheduling

The ideal candidate will bring curiosity, empathy, and a willingness to engage in thoughtful exploration of bias, equity, and challenges in order to thrive and grow with our organization.