Training Program Specialist
Listed on 2026-01-27
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Education / Teaching
Youth Development, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
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Employment Training Program Specialist (Full-Time)Employment Training Program (ETP) Specialist
- Full-time
Working in our Employment Training Program, you will be serving youth who live in one of Wedgwood's 10 residential homes, as well as youth in the community. You'll mentor youth ages 15-18, while helping them develop various hands‑on and vocational skills in preparation for joining the workforce. Some of these skills include, but are not limited to: resume building/interview skills, customer service, lawn care/landscaping, wood working, car detailing, small engine repair, janitorial skills, sewing, etc.
Hours
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Shift times vary between 9am‑8pm Monday‑Friday, and every other Saturday.
We’re starting team members $18‑20 per hour with a generous benefits package. You’ll join a passionate, purposeful, and collaborative team who is committed to doing what it takes to give youth a brighter future.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma is required
- Prior experience working with adolescents and or prior supervisory or teaching experience is preferred
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Lawn care experience preferred
- Woodshop/carpentry experience is preferred
- The ability to lift at least 50 lbs. of stationary weight is required
- The ability to bend, twist, stoop and bear weight of materials is required
- Subscription to the Statement of Faith of Wedgwood Christian Services and agreement with the goals, purposes, and objectives of the agency.
Wedgwood Christian Services
Since 1960, Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to boldly taking on the toughest problems facing children and families through residential care, counseling services and community programs. Leaning on our faith and core values of integrity, compassion, excellence, and diversity, we tackle the crucial work of supporting and restoring the wellbeing of all those who call West Michigan home.
Mission: Wedgwood Christian Services extends God's love to youth, adults, and families through professional counseling and educational services.
Core Values
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Integrity, Compassion, Excellence, and Diversity
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