Youth Service Aide (Overnights) 2026-02433

State of Wyoming; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring Bonus

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement - Pension and 457B plans

Flexible schedules

Job summary

The Wyoming Girls’ School (WGS) in Sheridan is seeking motivated, dependable Youth Services staff for the overnight shift (10:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.). The role focuses on safe supervision, incident documentation, and supportive living environment for court-ordered delinquent girls ages 12–21.

The position offers a $1,000 hiring bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities to gain experience in human services and public service fields. A background check is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 0–1 year of progressive work experience in Youth Services or related field preferred.
• Background information check required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor youth overnight using cameras and physical checks.
• Document unusual events and observations.
• Ensure safety of youth and premises; respond to emergencies.
• Assist in morning routines: cleaning, breakfast, hygiene, activities, and school.
• Provide support to students; conduct regular building and perimeter checks.

Skills

Strong communication

Observation skills

Crisis response skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

General Description

The Wyoming Girls’ School (WGS) in Sheridan is a secure therapeutic and educational facility that provides treatment and support services for court-ordered delinquent girls ages 12–21. WGS is committed to fostering a safe, structured, and trauma-responsive environment that promotes personal growth, accountability, skill development, and positive behavioral change. WGS is seeking motivated, dependable, and service-oriented individuals for an entry-level Youth Services position on the overnight shift (10:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.). This position is well suited for individuals interested in pursuing or gaining experience in human services, criminal justice, psychology, social work, behavioral health, education, or related fields. College students, recent graduates, and individuals seeking a meaningful career transition are encouraged to apply. Under general supervision, employees in this position provide overnight supervision, monitoring, and support for youth residing at the facility. Responsibilities include maintaining safety and security, conducting routine checks, documenting observations, responding appropriately to situations as they arise, and contributing to a stable and supportive living environment. This position offers valuable hands‑on experience working with at‑risk youth in a professional treatment setting while developing communication, crisis response, teamwork, and case management support skills relevant to careers in human services and public service professions. Enjoy all the historic Western Sheridan has to offer! At the foot of the Big Horn Mountains, you’ll have easy access to hunting, fishing, camping, ATV trails, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, golfing, other outdoor activities, and too many festivals and events to mention. Don’t forget the famous WYO Rodeo held in July and February! Feel like city activities? Billings, Montana, is less than two hours away. And Wyoming is one of only nine states with no income tax! Wyoming is also one of nine states with no state income tax, making life here not only beautiful but practical.

This Position Offers

$1,000.00 Hiring Bonus (see notes section for eligibility)

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work‑life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

Essential Functions

• Utilizes cameras and physical visual checks to monitor students while they are sleeping, maintaining these checks on a frequent basis.
• Documents unusual events.
• Monitors physical plant, focusing on safety issues.
• During morning hours, assists in preparing the students for cleaning, breakfast, hygiene, collecting urinalysis, physical training/educational group activities, and school.
• Provides support and assistance to students.
• Completes building & perimeter checks on a frequent basis.
• Promptly responds to emergency or crisis situations.
• Applies physical and non-physical intervention skills in crisis situations.

Preferences

Preference may be given to applicants with a high school diploma, plus one year of work experience with the public or youth.

Knowledge

• Skilled in both written and verbal communication, with strong interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of physical and non-physical intervention skills in crisis situations.
• Skills in observation, basic report writing, and verbal/non-verbal communication.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma

Experience: 0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services)

OR

Education & Experience Substitution: 1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

Physical Working Conditions

• Must remain awake and alert during shift.
• Must complete the mandatory State of Wyoming and Wyoming Girls' School Training.

Notes

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background information check, Including the taking of fingerprints, which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, for every successful applicant.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Human Resources Contact: [e-mail]