Youth Specialist I, Independent Living Plus, Part -Time -Grand Rapids $14.00 Hourly

Position Details: Do you have reliable transportation and experience working with youth?
We have a part time opportunity in Grand Rapids, MI. Welcome to Samaritas!
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 pays $14 per hour. This is an opportunity to meet some amazing people and learn some new things!
Work Hours: Combination of 1st & 2nd Shifts
Shift: Afternoon
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Provides direct assistance and guidance to youth transitioning between foster care and independence 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.

_________________________________________________________________________________:Job Qualifications
Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 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.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish (or the Major language of the youth in care) preferred.

Additional Work Requirements

• Valid unrestricted driver’s license with good driving record, proof of current registration and automobile insurance preferred

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At Samaritas, we ask you to join us - to “Be The Rock That Starts The Ripple”. A ripple of transformation in the individual lives of the 15,000 people we help each year, and a ripple of positive change throughout our community. Our team is growing at Samaritas! We are seeking more Rocks to join our team. We are always looking for additional employees who want to make a big impact and have a lot of fun doing so as part of an enthusiastic, collaborative team. We want you to be our rock!
We walk with people in need, offering hope and compassion while upholding their dignity, advocating for equality and justice, and seeking creative solutions with those who place their trust in us.
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