Youth Specialist, Overnight (53968)

Yss•Mason City, IA

About The Position

YSS is hunting for a night-owl with a big heart and a quick brain to hold down the fort as our next Overnight Youth Specialist ! As our overnight pro, you’ll be the calm, trusted presence making sure clients feel safe, respected, and able to actually sleep through the night. When the sun comes up, you’ll help everyone start their day on track—and keep the space running smoothly with some light cleaning and laundry. What you’ll be up to: Keeping clients safe, accounted for, and supported throughout the night on the 11pm-7am shift . Modeling the kind of communication, boundaries, and behavior that helps folks thrive. Handling admissions and getting paperwork squared away (not glamorous, but oh-so-important). Taking referral calls, gathering info, and connecting people to the right YSS or community resources. Jumping into crisis mode with calm confidence when needed. Logging essential client details so each shift stays in the loop. Please know this is not a complete list of the position’s responsibilities. Duties can change. What We Provide... We believe in your potential, we meet you where you are, and we invest in your future. Beyond the meaningful work, YSS provides the following benefits: Supportive leadership team and mission-driven culture. Flexibility and autonomy in a collaborative environment. Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits. Health insurance Voluntary dental insurance Voluntary vision insurance Life insurance and long-term disability coverage Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance Professional liability insurance coverage Flexible spending account/health savings account Supplemental compensation award Generous Paid Time off and Leave Four weeks of paid time off (PTO) Volunteer time off Paid holiday leave Birthday holiday Wellness Program Opportunities Paid membership to the Athletic Club of Ames Employee Assistance Program for all employees Flu shots Mental health support YSS is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer. 403(b) retirement offerings

Requirements

High school diploma or higher.
Two years of related experience (the real-world kind that proves you can handle the job).
Ability to travel and transport clients as needed.
For insurance purposes, you must:
Be 21 or older
Hold a valid state-issued driver’s license and a clean driving record
Carry insurance that meets YSS standards

Nice To Haves

Strong communication skills—verbal, nonverbal, written, and the subtle art of “I see what’s going on here.”
Ability to collaborate with people across all backgrounds and identities.
Solid critical thinking and problem-solving chops.
Good at managing resources without wasting time, energy, or snacks.
Strong time-management skills (for yourself and when guiding others).
Be rooted in purpose and driven by equity, inclusion, and positive social impact.
Bring humility, respect, and cultural awareness to every interaction.
Speak a second language (especially one spoken in our communities).

Responsibilities

Keeping clients safe, accounted for, and supported throughout the night on the 11pm-7am shift
Modeling the kind of communication, boundaries, and behavior that helps folks thrive.
Handling admissions and getting paperwork squared away (not glamorous, but oh-so-important).
Taking referral calls, gathering info, and connecting people to the right YSS or community resources.
Jumping into crisis mode with calm confidence when needed.
Logging essential client details so each shift stays in the loop.