Mental Health Worker

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch • Billings, MT

8d • $19 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Mental Health Workers at Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch support children and adolescents receiving residential treatment services. They act as mentors, role models, coaches, advocates, and trusted adults, building relationships and helping young people develop skills for life. The role involves meaningful and challenging work, with opportunities to support youth through both significant breakthroughs and everyday challenges.

The position is based at the Billings Campus in Billings, Montana. It is full time, with afternoon/evening shifts and required weekend coverage. Employees work five shifts per week, with two weekdays off. Starting pay is $19.21–$21.62 per hour, based on education and relevant experience. Eligible employees may receive wage increases at 90 days, six months, and annually thereafter, based on their hire date. The employer also describes an 11-step pay schedule, ongoing training, and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Successfully pass required criminal background and child abuse registry clearances in accordance with Montana requirements.
• Demonstrate empathy and compassion when responding to youth who are struggling.
• Communicate clearly, listen, collaborate, and handle difficult conversations respectfully.
• Maintain confidentiality, ethical conduct, and appropriate relationships with youth and families.
• Complete accurate documentation and follow treatment plans, procedures, and safety expectations.
• Be reliable, follow through, stay engaged, think ahead, and take responsibility for work.
• Work collaboratively and support colleagues and the needs of youth and the team.
• Adapt to changing plans, remain calm during challenging moments, and use appropriate humor when helpful.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with youth.
• Provide supervision.
• Facilitate activities.
• Teach life skills.
• Support treatment plans.
• Document observations accurately.
• Maintain a safe environment.
• Help youth navigate challenges and celebrate successes.
• Collaborate with colleagues and support the needs of youth and the team.
• Follow procedures, safety expectations, confidentiality requirements, and professional boundaries.

Benefits

• Wage advancement opportunities, including eligibility for increases at 90 days, six months, and annually thereafter, based on hire date.
• An 11-step pay schedule.
• Ongoing training.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• A supportive team committed to youth, families, and the organization's mission.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED