Youth Residential Shift Leader - Lead & Inspire

Four Oaks Enterprise; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Supportive culture

Job summary

Four Oaks is seeking a Shift Leader to guide youth and staff within our programs. You will lead, support, and inspire a team to create a safe, structured environment where youth can grow, build confidence, and learn life skills.

Ideal candidates are at least 21 with a high school diploma or GED and two years of child welfare experience; a Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred. Competitive pay and strong benefits accompany this role.

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 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and inspire youth counselors and team during your shift.
• Build positive relationships with youth to help develop healthy behaviors and independence.
• Coordinate daily shift activities, document accurately, and support program operations.
• Collaborate with program leadership on staffing, scheduling, transportation, and daily program needs.
• Help youth recognize their strengths, overcome challenges, and celebrate progress.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in a social services related field

Job description

Four Oaks is seeking a Shift Leader to guide youth and staff within our programs. You will lead, support, and inspire a team to create a safe, structured environment where youth can grow, build confidence, and learn life skills.

Ideal candidates are at least 21 with a high school diploma or GED and two years of child welfare experience; a Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred. Competitive pay and strong benefits accompany this role.