Youth Specialist

Employed through the Shiawassee County Family Court to work at the Shiawassee County Youth Center (Center) located at 110

E. Mack Street, Corunna, Michigan 48817 on an hourly/shift basis for approximately 20-30 hours/week.

Supervise court involved youth attending the Center for day and or evening programming to maintain a safe, secure and positive environment. Work to develop positive, mentoring relationships with the youth attending the Center.

Applicant should have completed 30 semester hours of college or have a high school diploma/GED with experience in a facility or child caring institution.

• Share in the completion of maintenance duties (cleaning, trash, laundry, answering phones/door, etc.) as directed by the Supervisor or Center Director.
• Supervise youth as they complete assigned daily work and ensure high standards.
• Maintain thorough documentation of each Youth’s behavior, compliance with Center rules and completion of educational assignments, medical condition/needs, and attendance. Maintain communication with each youth’s caseworker to update progress.
• Transport and supervise youth during community service completion.
• Monitor youth closely for changes in body language and be ready to de-escalate any situations that may arise.

$18.72-$22.89/hour depending on experience – no benefits available