Employment Training Program Specialist/Food Service Aide

4 days ago


Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Wedgwood Christian Services Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to fill a part-time position in our Employment Training Program and Food Service Department. As an Employment Training Program Specialist/Food Service Aide, you will have the opportunity to work with youth ages 15-18, helping them develop various hands-on and vocational skills. You will also provide on-call coverage in our Food Service Department, assisting with food preparations and kitchen-related tasks.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work in our Employment Training Program, mentoring youth and helping them develop skills such as resume building, customer service, lawn care, woodworking, and more.
  • Provide on-call coverage in our Food Service Department, assisting with food preparations and kitchen-related tasks.
  • Work a total of 24 hours per week, with shift times varying between 9am-8pm Monday-Friday and every other Saturday.
  • Have the potential to turn into a permanent full-time role next Spring.
Requirements
  • High School diploma required.
  • Prior experience working with adolescents and/or prior supervisory or teaching experience preferred.
  • Lawn care experience preferred.
  • Woodshop/carpentry experience preferred.
  • The ability to lift at least 50 lbs. of stationary weight required.
  • The ability to bend, twist, stoop, and bear weight of materials 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.
Benefits
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
  • Pet insurance.
  • Legal insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • A Locally Partnered Employee Assistance Program.
  • Direct deposit.
  • Federal Student Loan Forgiveness through PSLF.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • No-cost, employer-paid training and re-certification provided to staff.
  • Wedgwood has a full gymnasium and state-of-the-art 24-hour wellness center filled with a wide variety of workout equipment, available to staff at no cost.
  • Walking trail that leads around the beautiful campus.
  • Through community partnerships, Wedgwood employees and in some cases family members, are eligible for application and tuition fee discounts for several local colleges and universities.
About 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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