Youth Treatment Specialist (Full-Time) | Residential Behavioral Health
$42,640–$46,800 year
On-siteGrand Rapids, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with therapists and case managers while creating a safe, therapeutic environment grounded in the Sanctuary Model. Build consistent, mentoring relationships using trauma-informed approaches and utilize verbal de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques to support behavioral regulation. Model healthy communication, problem-solving, and daily living skills to help youth develop self-worth and positive identity formation. Administer medications as assigned, support physical wellness routines, and transport residents to appointments, school, court, or community activities. Document accurate records in alignment with behavioral health standards. Serve adolescent girls (ages 12–17) in the Cook Claus Program, which specializes in healing from trafficking and sexual trauma. Work primarily in the second shift (3pm–11pm) with rotating weekend coverage.
Required Qualifications
- At least 20 years of age
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and safely perform physical interventions when necessary
- Alignment with Wedgwood's Statement of Faith, vision and values
Desired Qualifications
- Social Work (BSW in progress or completed)
- Psychology
- Counseling
- Human Services
- Child Development
- Criminal Justice (youth focus)
- Women & Gender Studies
- Addiction Studies
- Behavioral Health or related field
- Residential treatment (adolescents or adults)
- Behavioral health or mental health settings
- Juvenile justice or youth-serving programs
- Crisis intervention or trauma-informed environments
- Women's rehabilitation or recovery centers/shelters
- Group homes, inpatient, or community mental health
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