Youth Service Worker Interviews

Tanager Place; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Career growth

Job summary

Tanager Place in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Youth Service Worker to provide daily support and mentorship to youth in a 24-hour residential program. You will work in a therapeutic environment, helping youths build skills, confidence, and hope for the future.

The role emphasizes direct-care experience, teamwork, and a commitment to mental health, with opportunities for full-time or part-time scheduling and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Must be 20 years of age or older.
• One year of direct-care experience in childcare or related settings.
• An AA degree, 3 years of college, or a BA degree in a human services field.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support, structure, and mentorship to youth in a residential setting.
• Support youth with behavioral and mental health challenges in a safe, therapeutic environment.
• Collaborate with a team to promote healing, resilience, and skills development.

Skills

Direct care

Youth work

Mental health support

Education

Associate's degree in human services or related field

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

Job description

Make a Lasting Impact - Become a Youth Service Worker

At Tanager, we believe in the power of people to transform lives. As a Youth Service Worker, you’ll play a vital role in inspiring, empowering, and healing youth in our 24-hour residential care program. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to create lasting, life-changing impact.

You’ll work directly with youth facing behavioral and mental health challenges, providing daily support, structure, and mentorship in a safe and therapeutic environment. Every interaction is a chance to make a difference — to help young people build skills, confidence, and hope for the future.

If you’re passionate about mental health, driven to support youth, and ready to make a real difference — we want to meet you.

Why Join Tanager?

• Meaningful Work – Directly support youth in a safe, therapeutic environment
• Competitive Pay – Earn a wage that reflects industry standards and your qualifications
• Comprehensive Benefits Package – Including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off – Prioritize your own well-being and work/life balance
• Full-Time & Part-Time Positions Available – Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
• Career Growth Opportunities – Be part of a mission-driven organization that invests in you

Our Mission

We exist to inspire, empower, and heal. Everything we do is centered around helping youth heal from trauma, build resilience, and develop the skills needed to thrive.

Tanager Variety Club Bldg.
2309 C Street SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Must be 20 years of age or older
One year of direct-care experience working in childcare or adult (or)
An Associate’s (AA), 3 years of college experience and/or a Bachelor (BA) degree in a human services related field.

Summer-Only Position Details (Not currently hiring)

Start Date: On or before May 18th
End Date: August 21st
(Summer-only staff support youth during the summer months be assisting with daily routines, supervision, activities, and skill-building opportunities.)

This position is a great way to:
Gain direct experience working with youth
Build skills relevant to social work, psychology, education, and human services
Explore a potential career in residential or behavioural health services

Bring your passion. Bring your purpose. Join Tanager and be a difference-maker!