Overnight Youth Counselor

Orchard Place; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchard Place seeks an Overnight Youth Counselor in Des Moines, IA to support children and families during late hours and promote a safe, healing environment.

You will work with a dedicated team, ensuring safety, daily routines, and compassionate care while contributing to an effort to reduce restraints and enhance overall well-being.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; CNA/LPN/associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to remain awake and alert during the overnight hours.
• Experience working with children and youth.
• Passion for mental health and human services.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and security of children and youth on the unit.
• Complete and document visual checks at least every 20 minutes overnight.
• Assist restless or awake children, new admissions, or disturbance situations.
• Prepare and serve breakfast to the children.
• Help get children ready for school in the morning.
• Maintain unit cleanliness and sanitation.

Skills

Overnight vigilance

Youth experience

Mental health passion

Education

High school diploma

CNA/LPN preferred

Associates or Bachelors degree preferred

Job description

At Orchard Place, we are dedicated to building a brighter future for children and families through compassionate care, early intervention, and community integration. Join our team and be part of a mission-driven organization that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Job Title

Overnight Youth Counselor

Location

Des Moines, IA (South)

Pay for this position is posted at

$18.00

Schedule for this position

Wednesday-Friday and every other Saturday OR Sunday-Tuesday and every other Saturday from 9:45pm to 9:00am.

Application Deadline

not applicable

Position Overview

Works under the direct supervision of the Milieu Treatment Coordinator for assigned building. The Overnight Youth Counselor is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of residents during late evening and early morning hours. Supports the overall vision of reducing physical restraints and lock seclusions by creating a sanctuary of safety that eliminates barriers to healing.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and security children and youth on the unit
• Complete and document visual checks on the children at least every 20 minutes throughout the overnight hours
• Provide assistance to children who may be restless or awake at night, new admissions or children who are creating a disturbance
• Prepare and serve breakfast to the children
• Assist in getting children ready for school in the morning
• Maintain unit cleanliness and sanitation

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement of a high school diploma, preference given to individuals with CNA, LPN, associate's or bachelor's degree
• Ability to remain awake and alert during the overnight hours
• Experience working with children and youth
• Passion for mental health and human services

What are some of the things our current staff enjoy while working here?

• Enjoy a competitive benefits and time off package.
• Make a significant impact on and provide valuable input in the overall care and treatment for the children and families that we serve.
• Work with a supportive and diverse team to provide the best care to our clients.
• Receive professional development and training opportunities.
• Have your employment at Orchard Place qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF forgives the remaining balance on your federal Direct Loans after you make 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full time for a qualifying public service employer (such as Orchard Place).
• Professional Development Career Ladder offers opportunities to receive periodic pay increases and promotions

Criminal and abuse registry checks completed as required by Orchard Place's licensing and accreditation standards.