Youth Specialists - Staff Supported Adolescent Housing - Royal Oak

Location: Royal Oak (by Royal Oak High School). Full‑time, 40 hours per week. Shifts: 3 pm – 11 pm or 11 pm – 7 am. On‑site support for youth living in independent‑living group homes.

About the role

Youth Specialists provide supervision, emotional support, and trauma‑informed care to adolescents transitioning from foster care to independent living. The position creates a safe, stable environment, offers empathy, structure, and guidance, and works collaboratively with a team dedicated to youth empowerment and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and emotional support in a trauma‑informed setting.
• Respond to crises with empathy and professionalism.
• Maintain a safe, structured environment that promotes healing and independence.
• Document observations and incidents according to program standards.
• Serve as a role model by modeling responsible behaviors.
• Guide youth in daily living skills, including household chores.
• Monitor youth activities to ensure safety and wellbeing.
• Report non‑compliance with home rules to the Case Manager.
• Maintain communication with youth to ensure adjustment to program expectations.
• Facilitate or participate in house meetings to review rules, plan activities, or discuss needs.
• Participate in treatment‑planning meetings as needed.
• Communicate implementation of each youth’s Independent Living Plan with the Independent Living Coach, Case Manager, and other appropriate parties.
• Report safety hazards and needed repairs to the designated Case Manager or Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; college coursework in social services preferred.
• Associate’s degree in human services, 60 college credits, or equivalent experience.
• Professional training in social work, social services, or child development preferred.
• Experience working in a group home or residential setting preferred.
• Experience working with youth in high‑stress environments.
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license with good driving record, proof of current registration and automobile insurance; reliable personal transportation required.

Pay

• $18.00 per hour base.
• +$1.00 per hour for weekend or overnight shifts.
• +$2.00 per hour for shifts that qualify as both weekend and overnight.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Growth opportunities in youth services and trauma‑informed care.
• Mission‑driven team making a real impact.

Schedule

Shifts are 3 pm – 11 pm or 11 pm – 7 am, 40 hours per week.