Position Details
We have a FULL TIME , AFTERNOON SHIFT opportunity working with refugee youth in Lansing . Come work with our older youth in a family home like environment! New Increased Wages $17.10 Hourly!
About the position
This program prepares our older youth for independent living as they transition to adulthood. We are looking for experienced adult staff that can help our youth between the ages of 17 and 18 while they learn the skills they need to transition into independent living. Mentoring is a important and large part of the daily responsibilities of this position .
This position is a home monitor to assist our older youth with daily life responsibilities such as; assistance around the home, homework questions, meal prep, occasional transporting youth to work, appointments, and other events. This opening is providing general assistance to our youth and providing an adult in our homes to supervise, keep our youth safe in their home environment and assist with daily living skills.
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?Wage & Shift Details ?
Varied shift and flexible scheduling
Flexible schedule with 2 overnights/week
$17.10 per hour plus an additional $1.00 per hour for weekend shift premium
This position rotates occasional weekends and holidays
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What's In It For You
Some of the benefits you may receive are:
Full Time/Part Time
Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee)
Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)
Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133%
Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals
Awesome Employee Discounts
Plus, many more benefits
Retirement Plan (403b) - Contributions
Awesome Employee Discounts
Job Summary
Provides direct supervision of youth in a residential setting.
Duties and Responsibilities
Establish a family-like environment in the residence that includes modeling supporting behaviors and expectations
Assist youth with participating in daily schedule and routine, including but not limited to meal preparation, medication administration, developing independent skills, and preparing and organizing activities
Provide transportation for youth to appointments according to outlined safety rules
Monitor overnight activity at the home
Job Qualifications Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
High school diploma or equivalency preferred
Ability to learn de-escalation techniques and become CPR and first aid certified
Experience
Direct care experience in a mental health field or working with vulnerable adults preferred
Additional Work Requirements
Valid unrestricted driver's license with good driving record, proof of current registration and automobile insurance required; reliable personal transportation suitable for safely transporting persons served required
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Requisition Number2024-10334
Employee TypeFull time, Part Time, and Contingent Openings
Hours Per Pay PeriodMultiple Hours Available
ShiftAfternoon
Work Hours3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Weekends and/or Holidays RequiredYes
On Call RequiredNo
Position LocationUS-MI-Jackson