YAS Overnight Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Community Youth Services is actively seeking Overnight Counselors for the Young Adult Shelter located in Olympia. This role is crucial in providing a secure and supportive environment for young adults aged 18-21 at Rosie’s Place Drop-In & Resource Center.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety and Stability : Ensure a safe and stable environment for youth during shelter hours (9:00 PM - 8:30 AM).
• Crisis Intervention : Offer crisis intervention, referrals, and support system strengthening.
• Shift Schedule : Work three 12-hour overnight shifts weekly, remaining awake throughout, beginning at 8:45 pm.
• Compensation : The starting wage is $21.71 to $24.25 per hour.

Qualifications:

• Experience : At least two years of direct experience or education in social sciences related to high-risk youth.
• Lived Experience: We highly value candidates who have personal experience overcoming challenges similar to those faced by our youth, providing them with unique empathy and understanding.
• Availability : Must carry a cell phone during working hours.

Duties Include:

• Environment Management : Maintain a healthy shelter environment and utilize best practices for positive behavior facilitation.
• Program Oversight : Enforce rules to keep a calm atmosphere and manage safety decisions, including evictions or law enforcement contact if needed.
• Transition Coordination : Assist with participant transitions into and out of the shelter.
• Documentation : Record interactions and behaviors, and report significant events to the Program Director.
• Participant Care : Prepare evening snacks, track attendance, and manage participant identification and behavior.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young adults by providing a safe haven and supportive services during the night.

About Us : CYS has been a cornerstone in downtown Olympia for over 50 years, offering a wide range of services to at-risk youth and their families. As the largest child welfare agency in southwest Washington, we pride ourselves on a staff-driven culture that values our team as our greatest asset.

Benefits :

• Competitive salary starting at $21.71 to $24.25 per hour.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, HSA contributions, dental, vision, life insurance, and more paid by the agency.
• Generous vacation, sick leave, 11+ paid holidays, and 4 personal holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

Join us at CYS and be part of a team that’s dedicated to creating positive change and providing hope for the future.  Apply today and help us support the youth in their journey to independence!

How to Apply : Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your experience and passion for working with youth. We look forward to hearing from you!

Community Youth Services is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.