Youth Specialist

Socket.dev; Michigan; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

403(b) with employer match

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Spectrum Child and Family Services seeks a dedicated Youth Specialist for a residential program in Belleville, MI. This role provides direct support, guidance, and security to youth in a structured setting, with afternoons (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM) and required weekend availability.

We offer full-time and part-time opportunities, competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, paid time off, and training.

Qualifications

• Education: A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
• Transportation: Reliable, ongoing transportation is essential.
• Driver's license: Michigan Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• Clearances: MDHS Central Registry Clearance and State Police Record Check.
• Health: Physical exam within one year and negative TB test.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, guidance, and security to youth in a residential setting.
• Serve as a positive role model for teenagers in the program.
• Work afternoons (3:00 PM–11:00 PM) with weekend availability.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Driver's license

Clearances

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Afternoon Shift Available 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm

About the role:

Are you a dedicated, experienced youth worker seeking a fulfilling opportunity to guide and support teenage girls? Do you thrive in an afternoon and evening setting and want to be a vital part of a team committed to improving our community?

We are seeking a passionate, experienced Youth Specialist to join our team at a Youth Residential Program in Belleville, MI. We have full-time and part-time opportunities in a role that is essential for providing direct support, guidance, and security to youth in a supportive, structured residential environment.

As a Youth Specialist, you will be a key role model and source of support for teenage boys residing in the program. Your primary shift will be afternoons (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM), with required weekend availability.

Who We Are

Dignity and respect are simple human gifts that belong to all. Since 1976, Spectrum has worked to strengthen children, families, and communities across Michigan. Each day, more than 1,450 children, teens, and adults who deal with mental, physical, emotional, and/or behavioral challenges find help in a Spectrum program. And, we are gratified they do.

What we offer

• Health Insurance (BCN Medical, Dental, Vision)
• BlueCare Network Medical and Rx
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Vision
• 403(b) with employer match
• $25,000Life Insurance,
• Short-term Disability,
• 12 Paid Holidays (including Juneteenth),
• Paid Time Off.
• Paidtraining.
• Advancement opportunities.

Services we provide

Spectrum Child and Family Services supports our community’s children and teens who are delinquent, have been neglected/abused or abandoned, are medically fragile, have multiple physical challenges, and may be dually diagnosed, or may display behavioral or emotional issues. Our programs support a population with constantly changing needs, and our goal is to strengthen and empower the families so they become self-sufficient, stable, and competent.

Qualifications

• Education:A minimum of a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Transportation: Reliable, ongoing transportation is essential, as you will be required to provide transportation for the youth.
• Michigan Driver's License: Must have a valid, unrestricted driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Clearances: Satisfactory results on an MDHS Central Registry Clearance and State Police Record Check.
• Health: Satisfactory physical exam within one year of hire and a negative TB test

Why Join Our Team?

When you become a part of Spectrum, you’ll be part of a team that provides high-quality services to youth in a positive and professional environment. This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position. We are dedicated to the growth of our staff and provide opportunities for required training, workshops, and in-service training.

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