IHYC Overnight Youth Specialist- PT (55969)

YSS; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Program

Personal Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance Discounts

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Retirement Savings Opportunities

Ongoing Training and Professional Dev

Job summary

YSS in Des Moines, IA seeks overnight youth support staff to supervise and guide young people in a safe, structured living environment. You will be on site during overnight shifts and respond to emergencies while helping youth meet basic needs and learn independent living skills.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or equivalent, at least one year in human services, and a valid driver's license with a clean record.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of experience in the human services field.
• Age 21 or older with valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to work night shifts and provide crisis support.

Responsibilities

• Provide awake overnight supervision during specified hours and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Enforce program expectations, boundaries, and safety guidelines.
• Monitor routines including curfew, bedtime, wake up, chores, hygiene, and visitor activity.
• Assist youth with basic needs such as food, clothing, hygiene products, and transportation.
• Teach independent living skills and support job searching and self-care.
• Complete shift logs, incident reports, and required program paperwork.

Skills

Active listening

Communication

Collaboration

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: DSM Lighthouse - Des Moines, IA 50316

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $17.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Minimal

Job Shift: Overnight (Wednesday 8:00p.m.–8:00a.m. and Friday 9:00a.m.–8:00p.m.)

Job Category: Direct Care – Supportive Housing

Overview

You will help create a safe, supportive, and stable environment where young people can rest, grow, and build independence. During your awake shifts (8:00p.m.–1:00a.m. and 6:00a.m.–8:00a.m.) you will provide supervision, guidance, and crisis support while ensuring each youth’s basic needs are met. Between 1:00a.m. and 6:00a.m. you will remain on site and be on duty during a sleep period, available to respond to emergencies as needed.

What You’ll Do

• Support & Supervise Youth
  • Provide awake overnight supervision from 8:00p.m.–1:00a.m. and 6:00a.m.–8:00a.m., remaining on site to respond to emergencies during 1:00–6:00a.m.
  • Build trusting, supportive relationships while consistently enforcing program expectations, boundaries, and safety guidelines.
  • Monitor daily routines, including curfew, bedtime, wake‑up, chores, personal hygiene, and visitor activity to maintain a safe, structured living environment.
  • Support youth in meeting basic needs, including access to food, clothing, hygiene products, bedding, transportation, and other essential resources.
  • Teach and reinforce independent living skills such as budgeting, cooking, meal planning, laundry, job searching, transportation, healthy relationships, communication, problem‑solving, and self‑care.
  • Connect youth with community resources and assist with referrals when appropriate.
• Ensure Safety & Respond to Needs
  • Conduct emergency bed intakes, urinalysis testing, and room searches as appropriate to maintain a safe, substance‑free environment.
  • Respond to medical needs, administer medications as authorized, and notify on‑call staff of emergencies or significant incidents.
  • Remain prepared to respond promptly to emergencies throughout the overnight shift.
• Maintain the Program Environment
  • Keep the facility clean, safe, and welcoming by completing housekeeping tasks, preparing vacant units for new residents, performing laundry, and conducting routine safety inspections.
  • Identify maintenance concerns, report repair needs, and assist with inventory of household, food, and personal care supplies.
• Documentation & Communication
  • Complete accurate and timely documentation, including shift logs, incident reports, medication records, and required program paperwork.
  • Assist youth with completing required assessments, applications, and other program documentation.
  • Provide phone and front desk support during non‑office hours and ensure the program phone remains accessible throughout the overnight shift.
  • Participate in team meetings, supervision, and required training to support effective communication and high‑quality services.

Who You Are

You are calm under pressure, compassionate by nature, and believe every young person deserves a safe place to land. You recognize that overnight hours can be some of the most important, providing stability, consistency, and reassurance when it’s needed most. You are dependable, observant, and ready to step in with encouragement, guidance, or support whenever the moment calls for it.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• Personal Wellness Programs
• Pet Insurance Discounts
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Retirement Savings Opportunities
• Ongoing Training and Professional Development

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications – Must Haves
  • High School Diploma/equivalent.
  • At least one year of experience in the human services field.
  • Age 21 or older.
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and insurance that meets YSS standards.
• Preferred Qualifications – Should Haves
  • Strong active listening skills with the ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Sound judgment and critical thinking skills to assess situations and make thoughtful decisions.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build rapport and share information effectively.
  • Ability to collaborate with teammates, community partners, and youth to achieve positive outcomes.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and use resources effectively.
  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to balance competing priorities and work independently.

Ideal Candidate

• Dependable, self‑motivated, and great at taking initiative.
• Rooted in purpose and driven by equity, inclusion, and positive social impact.
• Brings humility, respect, and cultural awareness to every interaction.
• Speaks a second language (especially one spoken in the communities served).

We value the unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences each team member brings. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, YSS is committed to building a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace where everyone can grow and succeed. YSS is a nicotine‑free workplace.