Bethany
Youth Specialist, ILP
Bethany, Grand Rapids, Michigan, us, 49528
Youth Specialist, ILP
Requisition # : req14402
Location:
Grand Rapids, MI
Hours:
Part-time (20-24 hours/week) 3rd Shift weekends
$500 bonus after 90 days with satisfactory performance
What it's like to work here
We love God and we love people. Love like that motivates us to cast a big vision and believe that, together, we can change the world through family. For 80 years, our faith has inspired us to provide every child and family the safety, love, and connection they deserve.
At Bethany, our culture is driven by five core values: We're motivated by our faith. We support one another. We champion justice. We pursue excellence. We're in it for the long haul. For nearly 80 years, our faith has inspired us to serve children and families close to home and around the world.
How your role makes a difference
As an Independent Living Plus (ILP) Youth Specialist, you will be primarily responsible for providing care and supervising residents in the program. This individual will serve as a resident advocate for assigned residents, while also ensuring that residents' developmental and cultural adjustment needs are met within a safe and supportive environment that enhances their ability to meet their treatment and educational growth goals.
You'll provide direct care, but also invest relationally into teenagers the program, helping them feel safe and assessing their needs. You'll join a team that takes action, providing exceptional care to these children.
Your responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Providing care, safety, and supervision of residents at bedtime and early morning Mentoring and providing therapeutic support to residents Helping facilitate intake of new clients when necessary Completing required documentation throughout shift Assisting with light cleaning, laundry, organizing, filing, and other administrative tasks Attending trainings and staff meetings We invest in you
Experience working in a team environment with other professionals who support one another, pursue excellence, and are in it for the long haul Opportunities for growth and promotions within Bethany Cross training in other programs where possible Competitive benefits package (*dependent on hours worked) $500 bonus after 90 days + shift premium Low-cost health benefits (medical, dental, and vision)* Generous time off (11 paid holidays, PTO Your Way plan that supports work-life balance and wellness, sick time, paid absence banks)* Comprehensive employee assistance program Employee covered long-term disability and term life insurance* QUALIFICATIONS:
What will make you successful
Must have high school diploma or equivalent Prior experience working with youth from diverse cultures, preferred; Computer skillssufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of MicrosoftOffice suite; Must be 21 years old with a valid driver'slicense with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalfof Bethany. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain areliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage; Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries Pass required medical examinations and have physical ability to fulfill essential job functions, including physical restraint of a resident Pass an initial TB test May be required to work nights, weekend and holidays Subscriptionto and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, andDiversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment.
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Requisition # : req14402
Location:
Grand Rapids, MI
Hours:
Part-time (20-24 hours/week) 3rd Shift weekends
$500 bonus after 90 days with satisfactory performance
What it's like to work here
We love God and we love people. Love like that motivates us to cast a big vision and believe that, together, we can change the world through family. For 80 years, our faith has inspired us to provide every child and family the safety, love, and connection they deserve.
At Bethany, our culture is driven by five core values: We're motivated by our faith. We support one another. We champion justice. We pursue excellence. We're in it for the long haul. For nearly 80 years, our faith has inspired us to serve children and families close to home and around the world.
How your role makes a difference
As an Independent Living Plus (ILP) Youth Specialist, you will be primarily responsible for providing care and supervising residents in the program. This individual will serve as a resident advocate for assigned residents, while also ensuring that residents' developmental and cultural adjustment needs are met within a safe and supportive environment that enhances their ability to meet their treatment and educational growth goals.
You'll provide direct care, but also invest relationally into teenagers the program, helping them feel safe and assessing their needs. You'll join a team that takes action, providing exceptional care to these children.
Your responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
Providing care, safety, and supervision of residents at bedtime and early morning Mentoring and providing therapeutic support to residents Helping facilitate intake of new clients when necessary Completing required documentation throughout shift Assisting with light cleaning, laundry, organizing, filing, and other administrative tasks Attending trainings and staff meetings We invest in you
Experience working in a team environment with other professionals who support one another, pursue excellence, and are in it for the long haul Opportunities for growth and promotions within Bethany Cross training in other programs where possible Competitive benefits package (*dependent on hours worked) $500 bonus after 90 days + shift premium Low-cost health benefits (medical, dental, and vision)* Generous time off (11 paid holidays, PTO Your Way plan that supports work-life balance and wellness, sick time, paid absence banks)* Comprehensive employee assistance program Employee covered long-term disability and term life insurance* QUALIFICATIONS:
What will make you successful
Must have high school diploma or equivalent Prior experience working with youth from diverse cultures, preferred; Computer skillssufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of MicrosoftOffice suite; Must be 21 years old with a valid driver'slicense with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalfof Bethany. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain areliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage; Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries Pass required medical examinations and have physical ability to fulfill essential job functions, including physical restraint of a resident Pass an initial TB test May be required to work nights, weekend and holidays Subscriptionto and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, andDiversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment.
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