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Youth Specialist II; Refugee Services - Jackson, MI
Job in
Jackson, Jackson County, Michigan, 49203, USA
Listed on 2026-07-04
Listing for:
Samaritas
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-04
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Youth Support Worker, Human Services/ Social Work
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Youth Specialist II (Refugee Services) - Jackson, MI
Wage: $17.10/hour
What You’ll Do:
- 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.
What We’re Looking For:
- 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.
Why Samaritas?
We’re a Michigan-based human services organization rooted in compassion and transformation. When you join us, you join a mission-driven team committed to creating ripples of positive change in the lives of those we serve.
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