Youth Shelter Advocate – PT/FT Overnight/Evening

180 Degrees Inc; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 61,606,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

PTO

Life insurance

EAP

401K

Holidays

Job summary

180 Degrees Inc in St. Cloud, MN is seeking a Youth Advocate (PT/FT) to support shelter operations at the St. Cloud Youth Shelter. You will be the steady presence for youth, build trust, de-escalate tense moments, and collaborate with a team to help youth stabilize and heal.

This on-site role offers a sign-on bonus, PTO, EAP, 401K, holiday pay, and opportunities to grow with a mission-driven nonprofit serving youth facing homelessness and family conflict.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license auto insurance required; ability to drive Company vehicle without restrictions.
• Ability to pass a criminal background study.
• Experience working with youth preferred.
• Must be able to lift, reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and use flights of stairs.
• Must be able to walk regularly and frequently, including ascending and descending flights of stairs, to conduct safety checks.
• Lifting and physical requirements as required for kitchen and meal preparation duties; and as required to perform the essential functions of this position.

Responsibilities

• Be a stabilizing, trustworthy presence for youth navigating trauma, instability, and uncertainty
• Build genuine relationships that help youth feel seen, safe, and supported
• Manage the day-to-day rhythm of the shelter: milieu management, structure, and support
• Step in with calm, skilled de-escalation when emotions escalates
• Help with daily living needs, because healing starts with the basics
• Support medication management, ensuring youth stay safe and on track with their health needs
• Collaborate closely with a team of Youth Advocates, case managers, and support staff to create a consistent, unified experience for every young person in shelter
• Support case management goals and keep solid documentation by providing direct impact to the youth

Job description

180 Degrees Inc in St. Cloud, MN is seeking a Youth Advocate (PT/FT) to support shelter operations at the St. Cloud Youth Shelter. You will be the steady presence for youth, build trust, de-escalate tense moments, and collaborate with a team to help youth stabilize and heal.

This on-site role offers a sign-on bonus, PTO, EAP, 401K, holiday pay, and opportunities to grow with a mission-driven nonprofit serving youth facing homelessness and family conflict.