Floater Youth Worker Shift Lead

Winnebago Tribe•Winnebago, NE

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Floater Youth Worker provides support across all shifts, working as a Youth Worker or Shift Lead depending on staffing needs. The role helps ensure consistent, high-quality care for youth residents at the Youth Crisis Intervention Center and Safe House in Winnebago, Nebraska. Responsibilities include receiving juveniles into the facilities, maintaining their safety and well-being, supporting behavioral, emotional, and medical needs, and advising parents or guardians, caseworkers, and other relevant agencies about program processes. The position floats between Youth Worker and Shift Lead duties and is cross-trained in both roles, facility operations, crisis procedures, and youth care protocols. The employee meets periodically with the Unit Coordinator to arrange and make up the schedule. Schedule flexibility, professionalism, adaptability, compassion, and teamwork are essential to maintaining safe, structured, and culturally supportive environments for youth in crisis. The position is regular full-time, non-exempt, and reports to the Unit Coordinator. It is based at the Youth Crisis Intervention Center and Safe House in Winnebago, Nebraska. Compensation is $20.63 per hour. Applicants must submit an application, resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation. Applications received after the closing date or without the required documents will not be considered. Native American preference applies as described in the posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of college coursework in social work, psychology, criminal justice, education, or a related field; or one year of direct experience working with at-risk youth. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are considered.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Valid driver’s license and eligibility to meet applicable driving guidelines.
Demonstrated ability to manage youth behavior with empathy, consistency, and sound judgment.
Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with youth, families, coworkers, and partner agencies.
Strong crisis management, problem-solving, and de-escalation skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while following established procedures.
Positive attitude, professionalism, and excellent customer service skills.
Must obtain and maintain Mandatory Reporter Certification.
Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certification when hired.
Must obtain Handle With Care crisis intervention certification when hired.
Participate in ongoing in-service and professional development training.
Willingness to pursue continued education or training in criminal justice, behavioral health, or social work.
Complete intensive monitoring training.
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently and to communicate effectively and professionally in writing and verbally.
Comply with applicable child-abuse and violent-felony declaration requirements and criminal-record checks described in the posting.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; regularly stand, walk, sit, bend, and reach for extended periods; and use manual dexterity with full range of motion in all extremities.
Ability to work in high-stress, emotionally charged situations and demonstrate emotional resilience, patience, and clear decision-making under pressure.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision, and values.
Provide intake and orientation services to juveniles, parents or guardians, attorneys, social workers, and other relevant parties, explaining facility policies and procedures.
Use trauma-informed care principles and maintain a calm, supportive approach during intakes and interventions.
Monitor and supervise youth throughout assigned shifts to ensure safety, structure, and positive engagement.
Implement and monitor daily activity schedules, group routines, and behavioral management programs.
Provide direct care and supervision during meals, recreation, study, and rest periods.
Recognize and respond appropriately to behavioral, emotional, and medical needs, coordinating with medical and clinical staff as necessary.
Document daily observations, behavioral incidents, and progress in behavioral assessment logs.
Assist in crisis situations, including intensive suicide monitoring, and follow safety protocols and intervention plans.
Support youth experiencing substance use or withdrawal behaviors during intake and stabilization.
Coordinate with tribal elders and cultural program staff to incorporate traditional healing and cultural education into daily routines.
Participate in meal planning, preparation, and facility cleanliness.
Provide outreach services to at-risk or disenfranchised youth as directed.
Protect the confidentiality of records and information in accordance with tribal, state, and federal requirements.
Guide, mentor, onboard, and train new staff as assigned.
Assume supervisory responsibilities during assigned shifts or when lead staff are absent.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the safe and effective operation of all shifts.
Meet periodically with the Unit Coordinator to review and make up the work schedule.
Work flexible hours and rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, and stay for extended shifts or cover additional duties as program needs require.