Youth Service Worker - Sign on Bonus

Tanager; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization focused on child welfare seeks Youth Service Workers at their Cedar Rapids location. The role involves direct client care, prioritizing a supportive environment for developmental outreach. With competitive pay and benefits, they're committed to team member wellness and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

10 paid holidays and generous PTO

Weekly payroll

Access to Headspace App

Tuition reimbursement

Employer paid life insurance

Qualifications

• Must be 20 years of age.
• At least one year of prior experience working with children in a professional setting.
• Or - AA or Bachelor's degree in a related field (no experience required).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services that are client-centered and professional.
• Supervise and ensure safety of clients, facilitating growth activities.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with clients based on trust.

Skills

Experience working with children

Client-centered care

Trust and respect in relationships

Education

AA or Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, sociology, social work, nursing, criminal justice or human services

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Main Campus - CEDAR RAPIDS, IA

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Up to $1,000 sign on bonus

About Tanager

Beginning in 1879, we are Linn County's First Children's Human Services agency. We're always evolving to serve the needs of our community. Our programs focus on prevention, treatment and outreach, and serve children and teens of all ages. As a non-profit organization, Tanager is proud to support more than 4,000 kids per year.

Why Tanager?

• We value our team members and offer Full-time employees an excellent benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, EAP, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, employer paid life insurance and employer paid short and long term disability.
• Your wellness matters to us. We offer our Full-time team members 10 paid holidays and a generous PTO policy.
• New for 2023! Weekly payroll and full access to Headspace App for all team members.
• Be part of an organization that inspires hope and improves the wellbeing of children in the community.
• We support your professional growth and promote opportunities for advancement.
• Full-Time and Part-Time both available with working 1 weekend day
• Part- Time rate is $17.00/hour
• Full - Time rate is $18.00/hour
• $1,000 sign on bonus available for Full-Time
• $500 sign on bonus available for Part-Time

Job Details

As a Youth Service Worker you will function as a member of the Inpatient Team providing direct care services that are client centered, strengths based and professional. This position provides for the supervision and safety of our clients while in our care providing normalcy activities for growth and well-being. Youth Service Workers establish a therapeutic relationship with clients based on trust and respect.

Qualifications

Acceptable Experience/Training/ Education:

• Must be 20 years of age
• At least one year of prior experience working with children in a professional setting
• Or - AA or Bachelor's degree in a related field of work ( no experience working with children required)
• Related fields of degree defined as :psychology, counseling, sociology, social work, nursing, criminal justice or human services related
• Any equivalent combination for experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work

Required Special Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid Driver's License and meet the driving requirements of the agency

Tanager is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees