Shift Leader - Direct Care

Four Oaks Family & Children Services; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 57,308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Competitive Wages

Growth & Advancement Opportunities

Paid Leave & Holidays

Supportive Team Environment

Meaningful Work

Job summary

Four Oaks Family & Children Services in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an Experienced Shift Leader for Youth Residential Care. You will supervise daily shift operations, support youth, and guide a team of Youth Counselors in a structured, therapeutic setting to help youths grow and learn.

The role emphasizes leadership, accountability, and collaboration with the Program Manager. We offer a safe environment, varied shifts, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth, making a meaningful

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED plus two years of child welfare experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a social services related field is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Lead with confidence by coordinating daily shift operations and providing hands-on supervision of youth in a residential setting.
• Be a positive role model to help youth develop coping skills, manage emotions, and build confidence.
• Turn challenges into opportunities by teaching life skills and reinforcing positive behaviors.
• Build trusting relationships through consistency, patience, respect, and understanding.
• Support and guide your team, providing leadership and promoting teamwork among Youth Counselors.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a social services related field

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Cedar Rapids - Cedar Rapids, IA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School Diploma or GED, Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00Hourly, Job Shift: Varied Shifts, Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, Shift Leader – Youth Residential Care

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Growth. Change Lives.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career while making a difference in the lives of youth who need it most?

At Four Oaks, we believe every young person deserves a safe, supportive environment where they can grow, overcome challenges, and work toward a brighter future. We're looking for a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Shift Leader who is ready to step up, lead by example, and make a lasting impact!

As a Shift Leader in Youth Residential Care, you'll play an important role in creating a structured, therapeutic environment for youth facing behavioral, emotional, and personal challenges. You'll provide hands‑on support to youth while guiding your team through daily activities, challenges, and successes.

This is more than just a leadership role. It's an opportunity to be the positive influence a young person may never forget!

What You'll Do

• Lead with Confidence: Coordinate daily shift operations while providing hands‑on supervision, guidance, and care to youth in a residential setting.
• Be a Positive Role Model: Help youth develop healthy coping skills, manage emotions, build confidence, and make positive choices.
• Turn Challenges into Opportunities: Use everyday situations to teach life skills, encourage accountability, and reinforce positive behaviors.
• Build Trusting Relationships: Create meaningful connections through consistency, patience, respect, and understanding.
• Support and Guide Your Team: Provide leadership, direction, and encouragement to Youth Counselors while promoting teamwork and a positive environment.
• Create a Safe and Structured Environment: Support daily routines, therapeutic interventions, and behavior management strategies that promote safety and personal growth.
• Keep Operations Running Smoothly: Partner with the Program Manager to coordinate staffing schedules, address coverage needs, and assist with home visit transportation arrangements.
• Stay Organized and Accountable: Ensure daily documentation, shift logs, and required reporting are accurate, complete, and timely.
• Be a Solution-Focused Leader: Collaborate with fellow Shift Leaders and program leadership to problem-solve challenges and maintain consistent, quality care.

Why You'll Love Working at Four Oaks

We know that supporting youth through life's challenges takes dedication, patience, and heart. That's why we're committed to supporting the employees who make our mission possible!

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Benefits to support your health and well-being.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Helping you plan for your future.
• Competitive Wages – Compensation for the meaningful work you do.
• Growth & Advancement Opportunities – Build your leadership skills and grow your career.
• Excellent Paid Leave Package – Because time away from work matters, too.
• 7 Paid Holidays – Additional time to recharge.
• Supportive Team Environment – Work alongside individuals who share your passion for helping youth.
• Meaningful Work – Make a lasting difference in the lives of young people every day.

Qualifications & Program Information: What you need:

To qualify for this position you must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED plus two (2) years of child welfare experience.

A Bachelor’s degree in a social services related field is preferable.

Desire to help kids succeed