Youth Service Worker Open Interviews

Make a Difference Every Day Become a Youth Service Worker at Tanager

Are you looking for a role where you can truly change lives Imagine being the reason a child smiles again builds self-confidence or discovers a new dream. As a Youth Service Worker at Tanager you wont just have a job youll have a purpose. Every interaction you have can shape a childs future helping them feel seen supported and safe. If you believe in the power of human connection healing and growth this is your chance to help a child discover their potential.

About Tanager

Since 1879 weve been dedicated to supporting children and families in Linn County and as the first childrens human services agency in the county our mission continues to evolve with the needs of our community. Today we serve over 4000 children and teens annually through prevention treatment and outreach programs.

Were more than a non-profit were a community of caregivers working together to Inspire Empower and Heal.

Position Overview: Youth Service Worker

As a Youth Service Worker youll be part of our Inpatient Team delivering direct care services that are:

• Client-centered
• Strengths-based
• Professional and compassionate

Your role ensures the safety supervision and wellbeing of youth in our care. Youll also plan and lead activities fun healing experiences that promote growth trust and resilience. Most importantly youll build therapeutic relationships rooted in respect empathy and consistency. We offer a $3.00 an hour shift rate differential for hours worked between 10:00pm on Friday - 10:00pm on Sunday. Multiple shifts are available.

Why Choose Tanager

We care for the people who care for our kids. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical dental vision and pet insurance
• Financial Security: Retirement plan employer-paid life short & long-term disability
• Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Work-Life Balance: 10 paid holidays Compassionate Leave generous PTO policy
• Growth Support: Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for advancement
• Convenient Pay: Weekly payroll
• And most of all the chance to inspire hope and make a lasting impact.

Walk in interviews available on the the following days/times in May

Mondays between 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Tuesdays between 8:00am - 11:00am

Wednesdays between 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Walk in interviews are located at

Tanager Main Office

2309 C St SW

Cedar Rapids IA 52404

• Must be 20 years old
• One year of previous direct experience working with children youth or families in a professional setting OR meet the following education requirements -
  • Associates degree (AA) in psychology counseling social work nursing criminal justice or a related human services field. Completion of two years of college courses toward a BA in the related field will qualify)

Ready to Inspire Hope

If youre passionate about helping youth find their strength voice and purpose Tanager is the place for you. Join a team where your work truly matters and where every day brings a new chance to make a positive impact.

Apply today and start changing lives including your own.

Tanager is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.