Youth Specialist

Position Details:

 

FULL TIME YOUTH SPECIALIST 3pm - 11pm

 

Do you have a passion for helping youth? We have a YOUTH SPECIALIST role in the FLINT 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 position is at an ALL GIRLS Independent Living Home. The ideal candidate would be able to uphold professional boundaries, while still nurturing positive relationships with the youth. You must be able to work independently, while maintaining open-communication. 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 weekend pay offered. 

 

 

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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

Duties And Responsibilities:
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 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

Qualifications:
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

#childwelfare #socialwork #residential

 

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