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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

$17.10 per hour plus an additional $1.00 per hour for weekend shift premium

This position rotates occasional weekends and holidays

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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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Requisition Number2025-11705

Employee TypeFull-Time

Hours Per Pay Period80

ShiftVaried

Work HoursVaried

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