Lead Overnight Youth Support Specialist

Avenues for Youth • Minneapolis, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Overnight Youth Support Specialist provides leadership and oversight during overnight operations, ensuring the safety, stability, and well-being of youth residents. This role combines direct youth support with staff leadership, coaching, and operational responsibility to ensure smooth and effective overnight shifts. This is a fully onsite, hands-on role working closely with youth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• 2–4 years of relevant experience
• Must be at least 24 years of age

Nice To Haves

• Experience with trauma-informed care and youth work preferred
• Supervisory experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe, structured, and supportive overnight environment
• Oversee overnight operations including room checks, phones, and shift tasks
• Maintain cleanliness and order of the program space
• Provide coverage when needed to ensure supervision
• Build positive, professional relationships with youth
• Provide mentoring and support with routines, meals, and independent living skills
• De-escalate conflicts and support a safe environment
• Support youth in developing life skills
• Supervise and support overnight staff
• Provide coaching and guidance during shifts
• Assist with scheduling and coverage needs
• Support onboarding and training
• Complete documentation accurately and timely
• Provide clear shift updates
• Maintain professional communication

Benefits

• Health insurance with strong employer contribution
• Employer-paid dental, life, AD&D, and disability coverage
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Staff appreciation events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level