Residential Recovery Intern: Youth Support & Growth

YSS; Cambridge (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

CPR/First Aid training

Mandatory Reporter training

Job summary

YSS is seeking a Residential Recovery Intern in Iowa to gain hands-on experience supporting youth on their recovery journey within a structured residential setting. You will work alongside professionals to learn youth engagement, recovery support, and trauma-informed care, while participating in orientation and required trainings.

You will shadow staff, build positive relationships with youth, assist with daily routines and programming, and complete necessary documentation.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years old.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Shadow residential recovery staff and learn about addiction treatment, recovery support, and daily program operations.
• Build positive relationships with youth through encouragement, support, and role modeling.
• Assist with resident supervision, daily routines, activities, and skill-building opportunities.
• Participate in recovery-focused groups and learn strategies for coping skills, conflict resolution, and healthy decision-making.
• Support a safe, structured, and welcoming residential environment.
• Assist with transportation, meals, school support, and other program needs.
• Complete documentation, administrative tasks, and other responsibilities that support program operations.

Skills

Youth engagement

Communication

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

YSS is seeking a Residential Recovery Intern in Iowa to gain hands-on experience supporting youth on their recovery journey within a structured residential setting. You will work alongside professionals to learn youth engagement, recovery support, and trauma-informed care, while participating in orientation and required trainings.

You will shadow staff, build positive relationships with youth, assist with daily routines and programming, and complete necessary documentation.