Youth Prevention Specialist

Arbor Circle Corporation; Michigan; On-site; USD 38,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-driven salary

Health insurance

11 holidays

3 weeks vacation + sick time

Supportive workplace culture

Equity and inclusion groups

Professional development

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Arbor Circle is seeking a Youth Prevention Specialist in Newaygo, MI to deliver youth-centered services in schools and community settings, focusing on trauma-informed care and evidence-based approaches. The role involves outreach, group facilitation, program development, data management, and supporting community-wide projects, with a commitment to equity and collaboration.

Ideal candidate has a bachelor's in social work or related field, valid driver's license, ability to work independently, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Knowledge of Newaygo County resources.
• Experience leading groups.
• Certified prevention specialist or willingness to obtain certification.
• Strong ability to work independently and move projects forward with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

• Provide youth-centered services in schools and community settings.
• Lead outreach and group facilitation.
• Develop and evaluate programs, including data management.
• Support project management and community-wide initiatives.

Skills

Leading groups

Independent work

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

3 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.