Youth Specialist - Part-Time - Second Shift

Youth Specialist - Part-Time - Second Shift

Requisition # : req15537

Location : Grand Rapids, MI

Hours : Part-time (20 hours / week)

Schedule : 2 : 00 PM - 10 : 00 PM

Hourly Rate : $19.50

At Bethany Christian Services, we believe families providethe strongest foundation for care and connection. That's why we focus onstrengthening and empowering families, always advocating for family-centeredsolutions to keep children safe. Our work began in 1944 with the care ofa single child. Today, inspired by our faith, our aim is to demonstrate thelove and compassion of Jesus in our services for children, youth, andfamilies. Working at Bethany means joining a team of nearly 2,000 dedicatedprofessionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country.Together, we're united in our mission and these shared values : we're motivatedby our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursueexcellence, and we're in it for the long haul.

Empower Young Lives - Join the Casa del Sol Team!

Are you passionate about supporting youth in a structured, therapeutic environment? As a Residential Youth Specialist at our Boy's Home, you will provide afternoon and evening supervision and care to adolescent male residents. Your role is essential in helping youth navigate their daily routines, build positive relationships, and work toward their treatment goals.

Key Responsibilities :

• Supervise and support male residents during afternoon and evening routines;
• Encourage positive peer interactions and participation in program activities;
• Respond to crises using nonviolent crisis prevention intervention (CPI) techniques when necessary;
• Maintain safe, structured, and nurturing environment;
• Document observations, incidents, and resident progress accurately;
• Participate in team meetings and provide updates on resident behavior and progress;
• Assist with transitions such as mealtimes, study periods, and bedtime preparations;
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

#LI-CP1