Job Information
Samaritas Youth Specialist I, Refugee in Lansing, Michigan
Position Details
About the position
This program prepares our older youth for independent living as they transition to adulthood. We are looking for experienced adult staff that 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 a important and large part of the daily responsibilities of this position.
This position is a home monitor to assist our older youth with daily life responsibilities such as; assistance around the home, homework questions, meal prep, occasional transporting youth to work, appointments, and other events. This opening is providing general assistance to our youth and providing an adult in our homes to supervise, keep our youth safe in their home environment and assist with daily living skills
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Wage & Shift Details
Part Time Rotating Afternoons & Overnights
48 Hours Biweekly
$15.00 per hour plus an additional $1.00 per hour for weekend shift premium
This position rotates occasional weekends and holidays
What's In It For You
Some of the benefits you may receive are:
Full Time/Part TimeCompetitive 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
Provides direct supervision of youth in a residential setting.
Duties and Responsibilities
Establish a family-like environment in the residence that includes modeling supporting behaviors and expectations
Assist youth with participating in daily schedule and routine, including but not limited to meal preparation, medication administration, developing independent skills, and preparing and organizing activities
May provide transportation for youth to appointments according to outlined safety rules
Monitor overnight activity at the home
Job Qualifications
Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
High school diploma or equivalency required
Ability to learn de-escalation techniques and become CPR and first aid certified
Experience
Direct care experience in a mental health field or working with vulnerable adults preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Ability to read, write and speak fluent English; Spanish preferred
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Good communication skills with ability to work compassionately and display sensitivity to persons served
Additional Work Requirements
Valid unrestricted driver’s license with good driving record, proof of current registration and automobile insurance preferred; reliable personal transportation suitable for safely transporting persons served preferred
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Requisition Number2024-11081
Employee TypePart-Time
Hours Per Pay Period48
ShiftVaried
Work HoursVaried/8 Hour Shift
Position LocationUS-MI-Lansing
Work Environment:Onsite