Overnight Crisis Worker for Youth & Outreach

Community Youth Network; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

CYN Counseling Center in Grayslake, IL seeks a Bachelor's level Crisis Worker for overnight crisis response to runaway, locked out, or homeless youth. The role requires crisis intervention skills, client engagement, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Compensation is competitive for overnight shifts.

Coverage rotates on 5 pm–9 am shifts Monday–Thursday, Friday 5 pm–Monday 9 am, including holidays. This is a vital part of our continuum of care and youth support services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's level crisis worker with human services background.
• Overnight shift experience preferred.
• Ability to engage clients in crisis situations.
• Reliable and able to work independently or with a team.

Responsibilities

• Handle crisis situations for runaway, locked out, or homeless youth.
• Maintain coverage on rotating overnight hours (5 pm–9 am; weekends/holidays).
• Engage clients in therapeutic work during crisis interventions.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Client engagement

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CYN Counseling Center in Grayslake, IL seeks a Bachelor's level Crisis Worker for overnight crisis response to runaway, locked out, or homeless youth. The role requires crisis intervention skills, client engagement, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Compensation is competitive for overnight shifts.

Coverage rotates on 5 pm–9 am shifts Monday–Thursday, Friday 5 pm–Monday 9 am, including holidays. This is a vital part of our continuum of care and youth support services.