Overnight Youth Advocate — Calm Shelter Leader

180 Degrees; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus $600

PTO 18 days annually

Life, STD, LTD

EAP

401K match up to 4%

12 paid company holidays

Medical, Dental, FSA & HSA

Job summary

180 Degrees seeks an Overnight Youth Advocate to be the steady presence at the St. Cloud Youth Shelter. You will engage with youth 12–19, build trust, model life skills, de-escalate moments, and work with a multidisciplinary team to support stabilization, healing, and progress.

You will be in an on-site, overnight role (11 pm–7 am or 10 pm–8 am shifts) providing crisis response, documentation, and direct care to youth in a safe, structured environment.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance; ability to drive company vehicle.
• Ability to pass a criminal background study.
• Experience working with youth preferred.
• Must be able to lift, reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and use stairs.
• Must be able to walk regularly, including stairs, to conduct safety checks.
• Lifting and physical requirements for kitchen and meal prep.
• Cultural competence and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to build rapport with youth while maintaining boundaries.
• De-escalation, crisis response, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong observational and communication skills.
• Basic food preparation skills.
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic documentation.

Responsibilities

• Be a stabilizing, trustworthy presence for youth navigating trauma, instability, and uncertainty.
• Build genuine relationships that help youth feel seen, safe, and supported.
• Manage the day-to-day rhythm of the shelter: milieu management, structure, and support.
• Step in with calm, skilled de-escalation when emotions escalate.
• Help with daily living needs, because healing starts with the basics.
• Support medication management, ensuring youth stay safe and on track with their health needs.
• Collaborate with a team of Youth Advocates, case managers, and support staff to create a consistent, unified experience for every young person in shelter.
• Support case management goals and keep solid documentation by providing direct impact to the youth.

Skills

De-escalation skills

Crisis response

Observation & communication

Multitasking

Basic computer skills

Job description

180 Degrees seeks an Overnight Youth Advocate to be the steady presence at the St. Cloud Youth Shelter. You will engage with youth 12–19, build trust, model life skills, de-escalate moments, and work with a multidisciplinary team to support stabilization, healing, and progress.

You will be in an on-site, overnight role (11 pm–7 am or 10 pm–8 am shifts) providing crisis response, documentation, and direct care to youth in a safe, structured environment.