Youth Specialist - Grand Rapids, United States - Samaritas

Samaritas

Verified Company

Grand Rapids, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Position Details:

Do you have a passion for helping youth? We have a YOUTH SPECIALIST role in the GRAND RAPIDS area providing direct assistance and guidance to youth transitioning between foster care and independent living in Staff Supported Housing. We will train someone with a heart for helping kids. This role will work OVERNIGHTS ON THE WEEKEND and fill in when needed on other shifts.
A valid unrestricted driver's license with a good driving record, proof of current registration and automobile insurance plus reliable personal transportation suitable for safely transporting youth is required.

Welcome to Samaritas Nation

Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation.

The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.

APPLY TODAY #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve

This position has a pay rate of $15.00 per hour with additional overnight & weekend pay offered as applicable.
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What's In It For You:

Some of the benefits you may receive are:

Full Time/Part Time

Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee)
Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)

Retirement Plan (403b)

Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133%
Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals
Awesome Employee Discounts

UKG Wallet

Pre-Pay Options
Plus, many more benefits

Contingent

Retirement Plan (403b)

Contributions
Awesome Employee Discounts

UKG Wallet

Pre-Pay Options

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Provides direct assistance and guidance to youth transitioning between foster care and indepent living in Staff Supported Housing.

Duties and Responsibilities

Serve as a role model to youth in residence by modeling responsible behaviors as required
Provide guidance in daily living skills, including household chores to youth
Monitor activities of youth to ensure their safety and wellbeing. Report noncompliance with home rules to the Case Manager
Maintain communication with youth to ensure adjustment to program expectations
Facilitate and /or participate in "house meetings" to review house rules, plan activities or discuss other needs of house/group
Participate in treatment planning meeting with each youth as needed or requested
Communicate implementation of each youth's Independent Living Plan with Independent Living Coach, Case Manager and other appropriate parties
Maintain adequate awareness of youth's activities to ensure the safety of the youth, other residents, staff and the home are maintained
Report safety hazards and needed repairs within home and grounds to designated Case Manager or Supervisor

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Job Qualifications

Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
College coursework in social services preferred
Professional training in social work, social services or child development preferred

Experience

Experience working in a group home or residential setting preferred
Experience working with youth preferred

Additional Work Requirements

Valid unrestricted driver's license with good driving record, proof of current registration and automobile insurance required; reliable personal transportation suitable for safely transporting persons served required

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