What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker (Secure Youth Facility) position at Spectrum Human Services?
About the Role
We seek responsible individuals to work with teenagers from 12 - 20 years old in a highly secure setting. Successful candidates are great communicators passionate about helping young people meet their individual goals and contribute to a positive peer community. The starting pay rate is commensurate with relevant experience.
The Maintenance Worker is responsible for facility maintenance and repairs. This position services, repairs, and installs plumbing and heating fixtures and systems. Essential to this position is the responsibility for performing preventative maintenance of assigned SJJS facilities and installs, services, and repairs. This includes special events setup and breakdown of equipment. spot painting, floor care, and other minor maintenance activities, maintenance of mechanical equipment and locking systems
- What we offer
- Health Insurance (BCN Medical, Dental, Vision),
- BlueCare Network Medical and Rx
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Vision
- 403(b) with employer match
- $25,000 Life Insurance,
- Short-term Disability,
- Holiday Pay (including Juneteenth),
- Paid Time Off.
- Ulliance Employee Assistance Program
- Advancement opportunities.
- Minimum Requirements
- A High School diploma or GED is required for this position.
- Satisfactory State Police Record Check, negative T.B test, satisfactory physical exam, including pre-employment drug screen.
- Possess a valid and unrestricted Michigan driver's license and a safe driving record.
- Must have reliable transportation.
The youth in this program may receive individual counseling emphasizing personal accountability and restorative justice. The youth worker develops professional relationships with the youth and serves as a mentor.
Must complete and return a record of no findings on the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Child Protective Services (CPS) clearance, a criminal history background check, a physical examination which indicates satisfactory health status free from infectious diseases including TB, and physical ability to perform the functions of this job description with or without accommodation. Must have reliable transportation and a valid State of Michigan Driver’s License.
Our Approach
Here at Spectrum, we believe dignity and respect are simple human gifts that belong to everyone. Since 1976, Spectrum has worked to strengthen children, families, and communities across Michigan.
Spectrum Juvenile Justice Services utilizes the Forward Focused Treatment Model©, the first evidence-based clinical treatment program developed for adolescents with offending severe behaviors. The cognitive-behavioral treatment model is based on current research in adolescent brain development and juvenile justice treatment and includes trauma-focused assessment and treatment. Treatment is guided by a developmentally informed conceptualization of each youth’s risks and needs and utilizes a multimodal and multi-pronged approach.
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Salary : $25,000
