About this opportunity
Bethany Christian Services USA LLC lists this Youth Specialist - Third Shift opportunity in wyoming, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Category : Social Services - Refugee & Immigrant Program
Requisition Number : YOUTH
Posted : September 17, 2026
Full-Time
Locations
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Wyoming, MI 49418, USA
Description
Must be available for weekends.
Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and make a lasting impact.
Are you passionate about supporting youth in a structured, therapeutic environment? As a Residential Youth Specialist, you will provide afternoon and evening supervision and care to adolescent residents. Your role is essential in helping youth navigate their daily routines, build positive relationships, and work toward their treatment goals.
How Your Role Makes A Difference
Supervise and support 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.
What Will Make You Successful
High School Diploma or equivalent;
Minimum of one year of child welfare experience working with children and/or adolescents;
Prior experience working with youth in a residential setting, preferred;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Must have an ability to provide excellent and compassionate customer service;
Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality;
Must be reliable with time sensitive deadlines and tasks;
Have the ability to serve as positive role model;
Demonstrated ability to nurture and provide structure, support and respect to others;
Must be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team;
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;
This position requires the availability for night shifts, weekends shifts, and holiday coverage
Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years of driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany;
Must 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.
We Invest in You
Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursueexcellence, and are in it for the long haul
Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
Generoustimeoff(11paidholidays,PTOYourWay,paidparentalleave,separatesickandpaidabsencebanks)
Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
Comprehensive employee assistance and wellnessprogram
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Worksite address
wyoming, MI, 49519, US
Who can apply
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