Youth Specialist II, Independent Living Plus-Third Shift

2 days ago


Lansing, Michigan, United States Samaritas Full time
Job Title: Youth Living Specialist, Independent Living Plus-Third Shift

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Youth Living Specialist to join our team at Samaritas. As a Youth Living Specialist, you will work with refugee youth in a family home-like environment, providing guidance and support as they transition to independent living.

About the Position:

This program prepares our older youth for independent living as they transition to adulthood. We are looking for experienced adult staff who can help our youth between the ages of 17 and 18 while they learn the skills they need to transition into independent living. Mentoring is an important and large part of the daily responsibilities of this position.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide guidance in daily living skills, including household chores to youth
  • Monitor activities of youth to ensure their safety and wellbeing. Report non-compliance 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

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • College coursework in social services preferred
  • Professional training in social work, social services or child development preferred
  • Experience working in a group home or residential setting preferred
  • Experience working with youth preferred
  • 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

What We Offer:

  • Competitive medical, dental, and 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

How to Apply:

Apply today and join our team at Samaritas



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