Top 29 Youth specialist Jobs in Royal Oak Mi

Youth Specialist
Macomb County Government —Macomb County, MI
- $48,083.75 - $62,192.32 a year
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
14d
Youth Specialist
Wellspring Lutheran Services —Livonia, MI
- $21.63 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
Youth & Family Engagement Specialist (Part-Time)
WAYNE-METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY —Dearborn Heights, MI
- $19 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
13d
Youth Specialist
Christ Child House —Detroit, MI
- $19.98 - $20.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
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Professional Mentor - Detroit
Friends of the Children —Detroit, MI
- $55,120 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- 7 years
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
Resident Advisor - Youth Specialist (Part Time)
MCHS Family of Services —Detroit, MI
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Youth Specialist 7-E9 - MYTC
State of Michigan —Macomb, MI
- $22.73 - $30.19 an hour
- Online Application
- Residential
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Services Specialist Assistant 8-E10 - Family Team Support - Wayne County (North Central)
State of Michigan —Detroit, MI
- $3,844.80 - $5,294.40 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Children
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Youth Specialist Supervisor 11 - MYTC
State of Michigan —Mount Clemens, MI
- $4,267.20 - $5,942.40 a month
- Online Application
- 11+ years
- Mid-level
- Psychology
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Early Intervention Specialist
Matrix Human Services —Ferndale, MI
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Youth Peer Support Specialist
CNS Healthcare —Detroit, MI
- $18.60 - $25.13 an hour
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Youth Skills Specialist, Independent Living Program
HACS —Warren, MI
- $38,000 - $48,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Office
- Driver's License
- Education
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Services Specialist Assistant 8-E10 (Family Team Support) - Oakland County
State of Michigan —Pontiac, MI
- $3,844.80 - $5,294.40 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Children
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Program Specialist - Jackson
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN —Highland Park, MI
- From $18 an hour
- Travel
- Reliable transportation
- Public school
14d
Services Specialist Assistant 8-E10 - Family Team Support (FTS) - Macomb County
State of Michigan —Clinton Township, MI
- $3,844.80 - $5,294.40 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Children
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Youth Specialist
Spectrum Human Services —Westland, MI
- $17.00 - $18.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Current TB test
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- 403(b) matching
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Substance Use Prevention Specialist
America's Community Council —Troy, MI
- High school diploma or GED
- Education
- Social Work
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Specialist, Intake Services
The Children's Center of Wayne County, Inc. —Detroit, MI
- $30,300 - $36,360 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Office
- Windows
- 403(b) matching
- Health savings account
Program Specialist - Dauch
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN —Detroit, MI
- From $18 an hour
- Entry level
14d
Transitional Living Specialist
Family Youth Interventions —Mount Clemens, MI
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Current TB test
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 403(b) matching
- 403(b)

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Youth Specialist

Macomb County Government -
Macomb County, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$48,083.75 - $62,192.32 a year
14 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Passenger vehicle
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

As part of our total benefit package, Macomb County proudly offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, with no monthly premium to employees for single, two (2) person or family coverage. Health care, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment.

CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Youth Specialist

SALARY:

$48,083.75 - $62,192.32

DEPARTMENT:

Juvenile Justice Center

Opening Date:

08/05/2026

Closing Date:

08/19/2026 12:00 a.m.

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement or Human Resources and Labor Relations Policy

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period

CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Full-time (40 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position varies based upon days, afternoons or midnights shifts.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Provides care, safety and security of residents at the Juvenile Justice Center. Assists in the implementation of programs and work assignments. Observes and reports information relevant to residents’ behavior.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in the implementation of programs designated by the Director.

Ensures that assigned residents are appropriately dressed, fed and that all work assignments are completed in a timely manner.

Controls or physically manages residents engaged in violent or disruptive behavior that weigh in excess of one hundred (100) pounds.

Oversees, referees, demonstrates and supervises various activities, including recreational activities and work assignments.

Observes and reports information relevant to residents’ behavior.

Enters case information into a computerized software system and generates reports as directed.

Works mandatory overtime as directed.

May transport residents to various locations for services.

Operates an automobile to perform job functions.

Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Education and Experience

Possession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test (GED)

Preferred Education and Experience

An Associate Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice or a related field from an accredited college or university
Previous experience working with adolescent youth

Required Licenses or Certifications

Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and an operable insured automobile for authorized travel

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES:

Knowledge of:

Human behavior
Individual differences of ability, personality and differences
Potential behavior problems of children
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word
Principles and processes for providing customer service

Skill in:

Active listening
Critical thinking
Judgment and decision making
Social perceptiveness
Service orientation

Ability to:

Provide direction to residents in the completion of assigned tasks
Communicate clearly
Resolve conflict between residents
Recognize and anticipate behavior and potential problems within the unit
Assist children with daily living and recreational activities and to effectively role-model, teach, and counsel children to encourage appropriate behavior while maintaining professional boundaries
Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign
Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
Maintain the confidentiality of information
Work independently

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

N/S =Never/Seldom O =Occasionally F/C = Frequently/Continuously

Work Environment

Office or similar indoor environment: F/C

Outdoor environment: O

Street environment (near moving traffic): N/S

Construction site: N/S

Confined space: N/S

Exposures

Individuals who are hostile or irate: F/C

Individuals with known violent backgrounds: F/C

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): N/S

Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): N/S

Communicable diseases: O

Moving mechanical parts: N/S

Fumes or airborne particles: N/S

Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: N/S

Loud noises (85+ decibels): N/S

Blood Borne Pathogens: F/C

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

N/S =Never/Seldom O =Occasionally F/C = Frequently/Continuously

Demand :

Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: N/S

Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): O

Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: N/S

Crawling (moving about on hands and knees). Inspecting in confined spaces: N/S

Digging: N/S

Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: O

Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: O

Kneeling to work at low levels: N/S

Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/C

Leg/Foot Movement: F/C

Lift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another (covered by the items below): F/C

Over 100 pounds: F/C

Push / Pull objects away from or towards the body: F/C

Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): O

Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/C

Standing in an upright position without movement: F/C

Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: F/C

Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: O

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS:

Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.

The Police Officers Association of Michigan (POAM) bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.

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