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Location

Lansing, Michigan

Core responsibilities

The youth specialist provides direct care, medication administration, and educational support to youth during morning routines and school hours. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, structured environment while utilizing trauma-Informed approaches to support emotional regulation and behavioral needs.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be at least 21 years old and hold an associate degree in a relevant field such as human services, education, or psychology. A minimum of 2 years of experience working with children or adolescents in a professional or residential setting is required.

associate degreeTeamworkCommunicationDocumentationDe-escalationBehavioral supportRelationship buildingConflict resolutionMedication administrationCrisis interventionSafety monitoringTrauma-informed careClassroom managementEmotional regulationEducation supportTask breakdown