Contingent Youth Worker

Contingent Youth Worker (Part-Time/As Needed)Make an Impact. Build Futures. Be the Difference.

Looking for meaningful part-time work where you can make a lasting impact? Genesis Youth Services (GYS) is seeking compassionate, dependable individuals to join our team as Contingent Youth Workers.

This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to mentor, encourage, and empower young women as they develop the life skills needed to become confident, independent adults. If you're passionate about serving youth in a trauma-informed, supportive environment, we'd love to meet you.

Please Note: This position requires availability to work overnight, weekend, holiday, and rotating shiftsas needed to support our 24-hour residential program.What You'll Do

As a Contingent Youth Worker, you'll provide direct care and supervision for young women residing in our Independent Living Plus (ILP) Program. You'll help create a safe, structured, and encouraging environment while serving as a positive role model and mentor.

Responsibilities include:

• Building positive, professional relationships with residents through mentorship and support.
• Encouraging youth to achieve their personal, educational, and independent living goals.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming residential environment.
• Monitoring daily activities and promoting healthy peer interactions.
• Documenting participant progress and communicating important updates to leadership.
• Protecting confidential information and maintaining accurate records.
• Following all Genesis Youth Services and MDHHS policies, procedures, and ILP requirements.
• Participating in ongoing training and professional development.
• Performing additional duties that support the success of the program and its participants.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking individuals who are compassionate, dependable, patient, adaptable, and committed to helping youth succeed in a residential setting.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (college coursework or degree preferred).
• Previous supervisory or youth development experience is preferred.
• Valid Michigan driver's license with a safe driving record and current auto insurance.
• Negative TB test.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 90 days of hire.

Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of:

• State and federal Live Scan fingerprint background check.
• MDHHS and Michigan State Police clearance.
• Verification of required documentation, including a resume, applicable college transcripts, and three professional references.

Why Join Genesis Youth Services?

At Genesis Youth Services, we believe every young person deserves encouragement, stability, and the opportunity to thrive. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Make a lasting impact in the lives of young women.
• Gain valuable experience in youth development and trauma-informed care.
• Work alongside a supportive, mission-driven team.
• Help prepare youth for successful, independent futures.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're dependable, passionate about helping others, and willing to serve during the times our youth need support most—including overnight and weekend shifts—we encourage you to apply today. Your compassion, guidance, and commitment can help transform lives—one young person at a time.

Ideal for professionals seeking supplemental income, graduate students in human services, retired first responders or educators, and individuals pursuing careers in social work, psychology, counseling, or criminal justice.

Work Location: In person