Youth Specialist II; Refugee Services – Jackson, MI
Listed on 2026-06-21
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Social Work
Child Development/Support, Family Advocacy & Support Services -
Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support
Overview
Now Hiring Youth Specialist - Refugee Services. Empower Youth Transform Lives. Join Samaritas.
Nation Wage $1710/hour.
Location:
Jackson, MI. Status:
Full Time.
Are you ready to make a lasting impact? As a Youth Specialist with Samaritas, you’ll provide direct supervision and support to refugee youth in a residential setting, helping them feel safe, valued, and empowered to thrive.
Responsibilities- Create a family‑like environment that models positive behaviors and expectations.
- Assist youth with daily routines, meal prep, medication administration, skill building, and activities.
- Provide safe transportation to appointments and monitor overnight activity.
- Be a trusted mentor and advocate for youth navigating trauma, displacement, and cultural adjustment.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Ability to learn de‑escalation techniques and become CPR/First Aid certified.
- Direct care experience in mental health or working with vulnerable populations preferred.
- Bi‑lingual in Spanish strongly preferred.
- Must be 21 years or older, have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and meet vaccine requirements.
Samaritas is a Michigan‑based human services organization rooted in compassion and transformation. When you join us you become part of a mission‑driven team committed to creating ripples of positive change in the lives of those we serve.
APPLY TODAY and be the rock that empowers youth and builds brighter futures.
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