Overnight Youth Service Worker

Tanager Place; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and teens. As a Youth Service Worker, you will provide essential care and support, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients in a therapeutic environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while being part of a team that values professional growth and wellness. With flexible schedules and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is perfect for those passionate about social services and making a difference in the lives of young people. Embrace the chance to inspire hope and foster growth in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employer-paid life insurance

Employer-paid short and long-term disability

10 paid holidays

Generous PTO policy

Access to Headspace app

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services that are client-centered and professional.
• Ensure supervision and safety of clients while in care.

Skills

Client-centered care

Strengths-based approach

Supervision and safety

Therapeutic relationship building

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details Job Location: 2309 C ST SW - CEDAR RAPIDS, IA Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $16.00 - $19.00 Hourly Job Shift: Graveyard Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

About Tanager

Beginning in 1879, we are Linn County's First Children's Human Services agency, always evolving to serve the needs of our community. Our programs focus on prevention, treatment, and outreach, serving children and teens of all ages. Tanager is proud to support more than 4,000 kids per year.

Why Tanager?

• We value our team members and offer Full-time employees an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, EAP, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, employer-paid life insurance, and employer-paid short and long-term disability.
• Your wellness matters to us. We offer our Full-time team members 10 paid holidays and a generous PTO policy.
• New for 2023! Weekly payroll and full access to the Headspace app for all team members.
• Be part of an organization that inspires hope and improves the wellbeing of children in the community.
• We support your professional growth and promote opportunities for advancement.
• Full-time and part-time positions available with a 4 or 3 day a week schedule.
• Shifts are 10 hours and run from 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM.

Job Details

As a Youth Service Worker, you will function as a member of the Inpatient Team providing direct care services that are client-centered, strengths-based, and professional. This position provides for the supervision and safety of our clients while in our care, providing normalcy activities for growth and well-being. Youth Service Workers establish a therapeutic relationship with clients based on trust and respect.

Acceptable Experience/Training/Education:

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Tanager is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.