Employment Training Program

2 weeks ago


Grand Rapids, United States Wedgwood Christian Services Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Employment Training Program (ETP) Specialist Position - Part-Time

Working in our Employment Training Program, you will be serving youth who live in one of Wedgwood's 10 residential homes, as well as youth in the community. You'll mentor youth ages 15-18, while helping them develop various hands-on and vocational skills in preparation for joining the workforce. Some of these skills include, but are not limited to: resume building/interview skills, customer service, lawn care/landscaping, wood working, car detailing, small engine repair, janitorial skills, sewing, etc

Hours: 24 hours per week. Shift times vary between 9am-8pm Monday-Friday, and every other Saturday.

*This position has the potential to turn into a permanent full-time role next Spring.

Qualifications:

  • High School diploma is required
  • Prior experience working with adolescents and or prior supervisory or teaching experience is preferred
  • Lawn care experience preferred
  • Woodshop/carpentry experience is preferred
  • The ability to lift at least 50 lbs. of stationary weight is required
  • The ability to bend, twist, stoop and bear weight of materials is required
  • For transportation purposes must have a valid driver's license
  • Subscription to the Statement of Faith of Wedgwood Christian Services and agreement with the goals, purposes, and objectives of the agency.

Wedgwood Christian Services
Since 1960, Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to aggressively taking on the toughest problems facing children and families through residential care, counseling services, and community programs. Our goal is to support and help restore the physical, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual well-being of children, adults, and families in our community.

Mission: Wedgwood Christian Services extends God's love to youth, adults, and families through professional counseling and educational services.

Core Values: Integrity, Compassion, Excellence, and Diversity



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