Youth Specialist II, Refugee Shelter - Varied

Position Details

Youth Specialist – Refugee Services (Grand Rapids, MI)

Empower Youth. Transform Lives. Join Samaritas Nation!

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.

• Provide direct supervision of youth in a residential setting.
• 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 with a good driving record, proof of current registration and automobile insurance, reliable personal transportation, and meet vaccine requirements.

Pay Rate: $20.00/hr Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Samaritas is 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.

Be the rock that empowers youth and builds brighter futures! #Be The Rock

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