Refugee Group Home Youth Specialist - Part Time 2nd Shift

Bethany Christian Services USA • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Bethany Christian Services is a faith-rooted organization that works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. It operates across 29 states, strengthening families, supporting foster care and adoption, and assisting refugees. The Refugee Group Home Youth Specialist works alongside refugee and immigrant children seeking family reunification, older youth preparing for adulthood in a new country, and foster families caring for these children. This is a part-time, second-shift role, with scheduled shifts of 2 PM–10 PM or 3 PM–11 PM. Weekend work is required, and the position also requires availability for night shifts and holiday coverage.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of child welfare experience working with children and/or adolescents.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to provide excellent and compassionate customer service.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Reliability with time-sensitive deadlines and tasks.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model.
• Ability to nurture and provide structure, support, and respect to others.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Ability to pass required medical examinations and physically perform essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident.
• Successfully pass an annual TB test and document a preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization.
• Availability for night shifts, weekends, and holiday coverage.
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• At least 21 years old, with a valid driver’s license and at least three years of driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany.
• 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.
• Subscribe to and integrate the agency’s Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with youth in a residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Participate in assigned activities and encourage positive interaction and growth among residents.
• Attend bi-monthly meetings with the supervisor to discuss job performance, issues, or concerns.
• Follow treatment guidelines and intervene in a caring and consistent manner when needed.
• Conduct nonviolent crisis prevention intervention (CPI) procedures promptly when necessary.
• Oversee residents’ daily routines, including meals, study time, outings, bedtime, assigned jobs, and other residential activities.
• Serve as a residential advocate by presenting residents’ social histories at staff meetings following admission and reviewing legal, family, psychological, and school histories, as well as identifying issues or behaviors warranting attention in treatment.
• Provide residential advocacy at staff meetings by updating the team on residents’ current level and time on that level, placement date, length of stay, goal attainment percentages from the prior four weeks, school progress, think tank or room restriction time, incident reports, overall functioning, interactions with peers and staff, and recommendations for new or revised treatment goals.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule, including availability for night shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Participate in Bethany-sponsored events when required or requested.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Team environment with professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursue excellence, and are committed for the long haul.
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility.
• Generous time off, including 11 paid holidays, PTO Your Way, paid parental leave, and separate sick and paid absence banks.
• Education reimbursement for those who qualify.
• Employee assistance and wellness program.
• Employer-paid long-term disability and group term life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED