Employment Training Program Specialist (Full-Time)

Wedgwood Christian Services•Grand Rapids, MI

8d•$18 - $20

About The Position

Working in our Employment Training Program, you will be serving youth who live in one of Wedgwood's 10 residential homes, as well as youth in the community. You'll mentor youth ages 15-18, while helping them develop various hands-on and vocational skills in preparation for joining the workforce. Some of these skills include, but are not limited to: resume building/interview skills, customer service, lawn care/landscaping, wood working, car detailing, small engine repair, janitorial skills, sewing, etc. Hours : Shift times vary between 9am-8pm Monday-Friday, and every other Saturday. Were starting team members $18-20 per hour with a generous benefits package. Youll join a passionate, purposeful, and collaborative team who is committed to doing what it takes to give youth a brighter future. Wedgwood Christian Services Since 1960, Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to boldly taking on the toughest problems facing children and families through residential care, counseling services and community programs. Leaning on our faith and core values of integrity, compassion, excellence, and diversity, we tackle the crucial work of supporting and restoring the wellbeing of all those who call West Michigan home. Mission: Wedgwood Christian Services extends God's love to youth, adults, and families through professional counseling and educational services. Core Values : Integrity, Compassion, Excellence, and Diversity

Requirements

High School diploma is required
Must have a valid drivers license
The ability to lift at least 50 lbs. of stationary weight is required
The ability to bend, twist, stoop and bear weight of materials is required
Subscription to the Statement of Faith of Wedgwood Christian Services and agreement with the goals, purposes, and objectives of the agency.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with adolescents and or prior supervisory or teaching experience is preferred
Lawn care experience preferred
Woodshop/carpentry experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Mentor youth ages 15-18
Helping youth develop various hands-on and vocational skills in preparation for joining the workforce
Skills include resume building/interview skills, customer service, lawn care/landscaping, wood working, car detailing, small engine repair, janitorial skills, sewing, etc.