Youth Specialist Lead, ILP - Lansing, MI

Now Hiring:
Lead Youth Specialist – Independent Living Program

Location: Michigan
Status: Full Time
Wage: $20.00/hour
Incentives:

• +$1/hr for weekend & overnight shifts
• +$2/hr for combined shifts

Lead with Purpose. Empower Youth. Transform Lives.

Samaritas is a Michigan-based human services organization rooted in compassion, faith, and transformation. Inspired by the Good Samaritan, we connect people to families and communities, creating ripples of positive change.

• Create and manage schedules for Independent Living Plus Youth Specialists
• Provide shift coverage (including 2nd or 3rd shifts) when needed
• Train and support new Youth Specialists on responsibilities and best practices
• Collaborate with Program Managers on performance management and corrective actions
• Maintain awareness of house operations, staffing needs, and overall program function

• Serve as a mentor and positive role model for youth in residence
• Guide youth in developing daily living skills, including household responsibilities
• Support youth as they transition from foster care to independent living
• Build relationships that foster trust, growth, and accountability

• Monitor youth activities to ensure safety and well-being
• Reinforce house rules and program expectations
• Participate in house meetings and treatment planning sessions
• Communicate youth progress with case managers, coaches, and program staff
• Report safety concerns, maintenance needs, or behavioral issues appropriately

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in social services, Child Development, or related field (preferred)

• Experience in a group home, residential setting, or working with youth strongly preferred
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Background in child welfare or human services a plus

• Ability to provide trauma-informed care in high-stress environments
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills
• Ability to mentor and positively influence youth behavior and development
• Team-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
• Bilingual (Spanish or language of youth served) preferred

• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Reliable personal transportation and proof of insurance
• Ability to safely transport youth as needed

• Make a direct impact on youth transitioning to independence
• Step into a leadership role with growth opportunities
• Be part of a mission-driven, supportive team
• Help shape brighter futures every day

Apply today and #Be The Rock  for youth working toward independence.

If you’re ready to lead, mentor, and make a lasting difference in the lives of youth, we want to hear from you.

Join Samaritas and help build the path to independence—one young person at a time.