Residential Youth Care Specialist

3 days ago


Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Bethany Full time
Residential Youth Specialist

Bethany is a leading international Christian nonprofit organization that strengthens and preserves families, supports displaced people, and finds safe, loving families for children in need. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Youth Specialist to join our team.

Job Summary

The Residential Youth Specialist will provide care and supervision to residents in our residential treatment facility. This role requires a positive role model who can encourage, teach, and shape the lives of adolescent male youth. The successful candidate will work effectively with moderate supervision, following guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Build positive relationships with youth in the program
  • Encourage positive growth and development
  • Intervene in a caring and consistent manner
  • Supervise youth during daily routines and activities
  • Work as part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team
  • Implement components of the sexual offender's treatment program
  • Attend bi-monthly meetings with supervisor
  • Conduct nonviolent crisis prevention intervention (CPI) procedures
  • Oversee daily routines, including meal times, study times, outings, and bedtime
  • Present social history at staff meetings and review legal, family, psychological, and school history
  • Complete other duties as assigned
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Prior experience working with youth in a residential setting (preferred)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and exercise confidentiality
  • Reliability with time-sensitive deadlines and tasks
  • Ability to serve as a positive role model
  • Demonstrated ability to nurture and provide structure, support, and respect to others
  • Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions
  • Ability to pass required medical examinations and physical ability to fulfill essential job functions
  • Valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S.
  • Pass a criminal history screen and subscription to Bethany's Statement of Faith and Mission Statement


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