Mental Health Worker - Nights

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch•Billings, MT

13d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch (YBGR) is hiring a Night Mental Health Worker to help provide a safe, calm, and supportive environment for youth during nighttime hours. The role supports YBGR’s mission to inspire hope and healing in youth and families by providing consistency, compassion, and care in a residential setting. The position is based at the Billings Campus in Billings, Montana, and is full-time on the graveyard shift. Compensation is $19.21–$21.62 per hour, based on education and relevant experience; this range reflects steps 1–5 of an 11-step pay schedule. YBGR offers ongoing training, opportunities for advancement, and a supportive, mission-driven team culture.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Pass a criminal background check and Montana child abuse registry check.
Demonstrate safety awareness and emergency readiness.
Show empathy and compassion for youth in crisis.
Have excellent communication and observation skills.
Maintain boundaries and professionalism.
Be organized and dependable, with solid documentation habits.
Be team-oriented and selfless, with a mission-driven mindset.
Demonstrate YBGR’s core values: Faith, Integrity, Relationship, and Stewardship.
Be willing to obtain First Aid/CPR and Violence Intervention Prevention certification.
Be able to remain stationary for extended periods.
Be physically able to assist in crisis interventions involving youth up to 300 lbs.
Have high stress tolerance and the ability to de-escalate difficult situations.
Be able to perceive and respond effectively to verbal and non-verbal cues.

Responsibilities

Conduct scheduled bed checks every 15–30 minutes to ensure youth safety and well-being.
Maintain a clean, organized lodge office and assist with laundry and linens.
Provide positive interaction and support to youth during overnight hours.
Communicate with day staff to support continuity of care.
Complete required documentation, chart audits, and filing.
Respond appropriately in crisis or high-stress situations.
Participate in monthly coaching and supervision.
Uphold YBGR’s mission, values, and safety standards.
Engage in ongoing training and professional development.