• Youth Specialist II, Refugee

    Samaritas (Grand Rapids, MI)


    Position Details

    Do you have do you have a high school diploma, experience working with youth and are bi-lingual in Spanish ?

     

    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 $20.00

     

    Click thisSamaritas Preview (https://vimeo.com/344133081) to learn about our varied & impactful person-centered programs.

     

    Here is a link to the latest edition of the Samaritas Electronic Magazine:Our Hands (https://online.flipbuilder.com/vulb/dksy/) . Get to know us!

     

    We ask you to become the rock that creates the ripple of transformation. Click this link to learn more on what being the rock meansWhat Does It Mean? (https://youtu.be/Gg4Q7JG2mhY?si=xuDv1LBH7NYMGqgq)

     

    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

    + Earned Sick Time

    + Awesome Employee Discounts

    + UKG Wallet - Pre-Pay Options

    + Plus, many more benefits

     

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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 required

    + Ability to learn de-escalation techniques and become CPR and first aid certified

    + Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred

    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

     

    #residential #childwelfare #humanservices

     

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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 Number2025-11571

     

    Employee TypeFull-Time

     

    Hours Per Pay Period80

     

    ShiftNight

     

    Work Hours11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.

     

    Position LocationUS-MI-Grand Rapids

     

    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 $20.00