Youth Specialist - Boy's Home - Second Shift

Bethany Christian Services
Grand Rapids, MI
Requisition # : req15536

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week)

Schedule: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Hourly Rate: $19.50

At Bethany Christian Services, we believe families provide the strongest foundation for care and connection. That's why we focus on strengthening and empowering families, always advocating for family-centered solutions to keep children safe. Our work began in 1944 with the care of a single child. Today, inspired by our faith, our aim is to demonstrate the love and compassion of Jesus in our services for children, youth, and families. Working at Bethany means joining a team of nearly 2,000 dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we’re united in our mission and these shared values: we’re motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursue excellence, and we’re in it for the long haul.

Empower Young Lives - Join the Casa del Sol Team!

Are you passionate about supporting youth in a structured, therapeutic environment? As a Residential Youth Specialist at our Boy's Home, you will provide afternoon and evening supervision and care to adolescent male residents. Your role is essential in helping youth navigate their daily routines, build positive relationships, and work toward their treatment goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and support male residents during afternoon and evening routines;
  • Encourage positive peer interactions and participation in program activities;
  • Respond to crises using nonviolent crisis prevention intervention (CPI) techniques when necessary;
  • Maintain safe, structured, and nurturing environment;
  • Document observations, incidents, and resident progress accurately;
  • Participate in team meetings and provide updates on resident behavior and progress;
  • Assist with transitions such as mealtimes, study periods, and bedtime preparations;
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent;
  • Minimum of one year of experience working with youth or in child welfare;
  • Prior experience in a residential or overnight care setting preferred;
  • Strong communication skills and ability to remain alert and responsive overnight;
  • Ability to serve as a positive role model and maintain professional boundaries;
  • Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality;
  • Must be reliable with time sensitive deadlines and tasks;
  • Must be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team;
  • Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite;
  • Must be able to pass required medical examinations and have the physical ability to fulfill the essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident;
  • Successfully pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization;
  • Must be 21 years old with a valid driver’s license with at least 3 years driving experience to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;
  • Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
  • Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.
Posted 2025-09-29

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