Youth Service Worker Summit House

Make a Difference Every Day Become a Youth Service Worker- Summit House at Tanager

Are you looking for a role where you can truly change lives Imagine being the reason a child smiles again builds self-confidence or discovers a new dream. As a Youth Service Worker at Tanager you wont just have a job youll have a purpose. Every interaction you have can shape a childs future helping them feel seen supported and safe. If you believe in the power of human connection healing and growth this is your chance to help a child discover their potential.

About Tanager

Since 1879 weve been dedicated to supporting children and families in Linn County and as the first childrens human services agency in the county our mission continues to evolve with the needs of our community. Today we serve over 4000 children and teens annually through prevention treatment and outreach programs.

Were more than a non-profit were a community of caregivers working together to Inspire Empower and Heal.

Position Overview: Youth Service Worker- Summit House

As a Youth Service Worker youll be part of our Residential Services Team delivering direct care services that are:

• Client-centered
• Strengths-based
• Professional and compassionate

Your role ensures the safety supervision and wellbeing of youth in our care. Youll also plan and lead activities fun healing experiences that promote growth trust and resilience. Most importantly youll build therapeutic relationships rooted in respect empathy and consistency. We offer a $3.00 an hour shift rate differential for hours worked between 10:00pm on Friday - 10:00pm on Sunday. Multiple shifts are available.

Why Choose Tanager

We care for the people who care for our kids. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical dental vision and pet insurance
• Financial Security: Retirement plan employer-paid life short & long-term disability
• Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Work-Life Balance: 10 paid holidays Compassionate Leave generous PTO policy
• Growth Support: Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for advancement
• Convenient Pay: Weekly payroll
• And most of all the chance to inspire hope and make a lasting impact.

• Must be 18years old
• Education and Experience:
  • A bachelors degree with 30 semester hours or equivalent in a human services field (including but not limited to psychology social work mental health counseling marriage and family therapy nursing or education) and at least one year of experience in behavioral or mental health services; or
  • A family support peer specialist (current certification) with a minimum of one year of experience in behavioral or mental health services; or
  • a bachelors degree in a non-human services-related field associates degree or high school diploma (or equivalency) with a minimum of two years experiencein behavioral or mental health services

Required Special Qualifications:

• If approved for driving on behalf of the agency-must be able to meet agencys driver eligibility in order to safely transport youth to/from program and community activities as directed by the agency
• Certified in MANDT CPR and First Aid
• Must have or be able to complete 30 to 60 hours of Crisis and Mental Health in-service training within assigned timeframe
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include scheduled nights weekends and holidays on a part time of full time basis

Ready to Inspire Hope

If youre passionate about helping youth find their strength voice and purpose Tanager is the place for you. Join a team where your work truly matters and where every day brings a new chance to make a positive impact.

Apply today and start changing lives including your own.

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.