• Youth Specialist, Refugee Services

    Samaritas (Jackson, MI)


    Position Details

    We have a PART TIME o pportunities working with refugee youth in Jackson . Come work with our older youth in a family home like environment! AFTERNOON SHIFT 3PM to 11PM. Hourly Wage $17.10 Hourly

     

    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.

     

    APPLY TODAY! #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve!

     

    Wage & Shift Details

     

    $17.10 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 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

    + Plus, many more benefits

    + Retirement Plan (403b) – Contributions

    + Awesome Employee Discounts

     

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    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

    + Provide transportation for youth to appointments according to outlined safety rules

    + Monitor overnight activity at the home

     

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    Job Qualifications Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification

     

    + High school diploma or equivalency preferred

    + 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

     

    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

     

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    Samaritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/Vets/Disabled. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. We can recommend jobs specifically for you!Samaritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/Vets/Disabled (https://careers-samaritas.icims.com/connect?back=intro&findajob=1&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-435624383)

     

    Requisition Number2025-11374

     

    Employee TypePart-Time

     

    Hours Per Pay Period48

     

    ShiftAfternoon

     

    Work Hours3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

     

    Position LocationUS-MI-Jackson

     

    Work Environment:Onsite

     

    Benefits Available:Dental, Earned Sick Time, Employee Discounts, Holiday Pay, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Paid Time Off, Retirement, UKG Wallet - Pre-Pay Options, Vision Insurance

     

    Exact WageUSD $17.10