About the Role

We seek responsible individuals to work with children aged 12 - 20 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.

As a member of the security and safety team at Spectrum's secure youth residential facility, The OCC Operator has several essential duties, which include monitoring, screening visitors, keeping an eye on youth activities within the facility and while outside for activities, transporting youth to court hearing, medical appointments and when emergencies occur, maintaining accurate records and other tasks vital to ensuring the safety and security of the facility.

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 in Life Insurance,
• Short-term Disability,
• Holiday Pay (including Juneteenth),
• Paid Time Off.
• Advancement opportunities.

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 meet the following requirements

Must complete and return a record of no findings on the DHHS Clearance, a criminal history background check free of felony convictions, 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 serious offending 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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