3rd Shift Youth Treatment Specialist (Part-Time) | Residential Behavioral Health

Wedgwood Christian Services•Grand Rapids, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Wedgwood Christian Services is seeking a Youth Treatment Specialist to provide direct care within our residential behavioral health program, the Summit Program, which serves adolescents aged 12-18. This specialized program focuses on youth healing from substance use. As a Youth Treatment Specialist, you will be a stable, caring adult who helps youth build resilience, practice emotional regulation, and envision a future beyond trauma. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about behavioral health, substance use recovery, trauma-informed residential care, the 12-Step Model, youth advocacy, and therapeutic mentorship.

Requirements

At least 20 years of age
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver's license
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and safely perform physical interventions when necessary
Alignment with Wedgwood’s Statement of Faith, vision and values

Nice To Haves

Social Work (BSW in progress or completed)
Psychology
Counseling
Human Services
Child Development
Criminal Justice (youth focus)
Addiction Studies
Behavioral Health or related field
Residential treatment (adolescents or adults)
Behavioral health or mental health settings
Juvenile justice or youth-serving programs
Crisis intervention or trauma-informed environments
Rehabilitation or recovery centers/shelters
Group homes, inpatient, or community mental health

Responsibilities

Conduct routine bed checks (at least every 15 minutes) to ensure resident safety and well-being
Accurately document bed checks, observations, and resident behaviors
Maintain a calm, structured, and therapeutic overnight environment
Serve as a consistent, positive role model and build supportive relationships with residents
Utilize verbal de-escalation, crisis intervention, and safe physical interventions when necessary
Support youth in developing social, emotional, and daily living skills
Assist with basic household responsibilities, including light meal preparation and maintaining a home-like environment
Administer medications as assigned and support health and wellness needs
Provide basic first aid and coordinate with medical personnel when needed
Transport residents as required
Ensure residents have necessary clothing and personal care items
Follow all agency and program policies, procedures, and documentation standards