Youth Worker

Spectrum Human Services, Inc. & Affiliated Companies; Highland Park (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Youth Worker to connect with and mentor youth in a secure residential treatment setting. This role emphasizes empathy and guidance, helping young individuals navigate challenges while fostering personal development. Join a dedicated team focused on making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

$2/hour raise after 6 months

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Life insurance & short-term disability

Holiday pay

Paid Time Off

Advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to connect with youth and communicate effectively.
• Understanding of mentorship and emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Build mentor relationships with youth.
• Support individual treatment goals.
• Encourage personal growth and community responsibility.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Base pay range

$18.00/hr - $19.00/hr

Make a Real Impact — Join Our Team as a Youth Worker

Are you someone who connects easily with others, leads with empathy, and wants to make a real difference in your community? We’re looking for compassionate, emotionally intelligent individuals to work directly with youth ages 12–20 in a secure residential treatment setting. This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to help young people grow, heal, and prepare for a brighter future. Candidates must be able to foster and maintain professional mentor relationships that align with Spectrum's treatment guidelines and Michigan Department of Health & Human Services licensing requirements.

Whether you're an experienced professional searching for deeper meaning in your work, a parent returning to the workforce, or someone ready for a meaningful career change, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

Why Join Us?

We offer a full-time afternoon shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM), along with:

• $18/hour to start with a $2/hour raise after 6 months
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision – through Blue Cross/Blue Shield)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• $25,000 in Life insurance & short-term disability
• Holiday pay (9 recognized holidays, including Juneteenth)
• Paid Time Off
• Advancement opportunities for those ready to grow
  
  

What You'll Be Doing

As a Youth Worker, you’ll play a vital role in mentoring and guiding young people navigating tough life chapters. You’ll build trust, provide structure, and create a supportive environment where they can develop accountability and positive decision-making skills. Your role will include:

• Building strong, respectful mentor relationships with youth
• Supporting individual treatment goals with compassion and consistency
• Encouraging personal growth and community responsibility
• Ensuring safety, structure, and support within the facility
  
  

You’ll be part of a team that believes every young person deserves dignity, respect, and a chance to succeed — no matter their past.

Who We're Looking For

This role is a great fit for people who:

• Have a natural ability to connect and communicate with young people
• Understand the power of mentorship and emotional support
• Can stay calm under pressure and guide in difficult situations
• Want to be part of something bigger than themselves
  
  

To Join Our Team, You’ll Need

• A high school diploma or GED
• A clean background check and central registry clearance
• A valid Michigan Driver’s License and reliable transportation
• A physical exam indicating good health and ability to meet the job’s physical demands
  
  

Our Approach

Since 1976, Spectrum has worked to uplift youth, families, and communities across Michigan. We use the Forward Focused Treatment Model, an evidence-based, trauma-informed approach rooted in the latest research on adolescent brain development and juvenile justice. We believe in second chances and providing the right tools for success.

Ready to make an impact?

If you're looking for a career where you can bring your whole heart to work and know that what you do matters, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and help us change lives, one young person at a time.

3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

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