Shift Leader: Youth Residential Care that Transforms Lives

Four Oaks Family And Childrens Services; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Career growth opportunities

Paid leave and paid holidays

Team-oriented environment

Meaningful work

Job summary

Four Oaks Family And Childrens Services is seeking a Shift Leader for Youth Residential Care in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role focuses on leading daily shift operations, supervising Youth Counselors, and maintaining a structured, therapeutic environment for youth facing behavioral and emotional challenges.

The position emphasizes hands-on leadership, relationship-building, and adherence to daily routines, with collaboration to support program goals and ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a 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 daily shift operations with hands-on supervision of youth in a residential setting.
• Be a positive role model to help youth develop coping skills, manage emotions, and make positive choices.
• Coordinate staffing and support daily routines, therapeutic interventions, and behavior management strategies.
• Maintain accurate shift logs and daily documentation; ensure timely reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Youth services

Team supervision

Positive role model

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in social services (preferred)

Job description

Four Oaks Family And Childrens Services is seeking a Shift Leader for Youth Residential Care in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role focuses on leading daily shift operations, supervising Youth Counselors, and maintaining a structured, therapeutic environment for youth facing behavioral and emotional challenges.

The position emphasizes hands-on leadership, relationship-building, and adherence to daily routines, with collaboration to support program goals and ensure high-quality care.