Residential Recovery Intern (56166)

Come join our Ember team as a Residential Recovery Intern!

At YSSour Residential Recovery Interns have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting youth as they navigate their recovery journey. Working alongside a dedicated team of professionals youll learn what it takes to create a safe structured and supportive environment where young people can build confidence develop healthy skills and work toward lasting change.

This internship provides a unique opportunity to see residential recovery services in action while learning from experienced staff who are passionate about helping youth and families thrive. Youll gain valuable experience in youth engagement recovery support relationship-building and the day-to-day operations of a residential treatment setting.

Learning Outcomes -By the end of this internship you will:

• Gain firsthand experience working in a residential addiction treatment environment.
• Develop skills in youth engagement communication and professional relationship-building.
• Learn about recovery support trauma-informed care and strengths-based approaches.
• Practice responding to challenges with patience empathy and professionalism.
• Understand the role of structure consistency and connection in helping youth succeed.
• Explore career opportunities in behavioral health social work counseling and related fields.

Job Duties -Responsibilities for this internship include:

• Shadow residential recovery staff and learn about addiction treatment recovery support and daily program operations.
• Build positive relationships with youth through encouragement support and role modeling.
• Assist with resident supervision daily routines activities and skill-building opportunities.
• Participate in recovery-focused groups and learn strategies for coping skills conflict resolution and healthy decision-making.
• Support a safe structured and welcoming residential environment.
• Assist with transportation meals school support and other program needs.
• Complete documentation administrative tasks and other responsibilities that support program operations.
• Participate in orientation professional development and required trainings including Mandatory Reporter and CPR/First Aid.
• Meet regularly with a supervisor for guidance feedback and reflection.

Who You Are

Youre ready to turn what youve learned in the classroom into meaningful hands-on experience. Youre compassionate dependable and interested in behavioral health counseling psychology social work criminal justice or a related field. You enjoy connecting with people from all walks of life are open to feedback and are eager to learn from experienced professionals while making a positive impact in your community.

Schedule / Time Commitment

• Schedule is flexible to meet interns needs. It is the interns responsibility to ensure the number of hours worked meets their academic requirements.
• At least 4hours must be completed each week between the hours of 7:00 am - 10:30 pm

We want to create a world where youth are valued and empowered to stand strong. To do this we ask our staff to embrace YSS core values - Commitment Collaboration Compassion Innovation Integrity and a Can Do Spirit.

Required Qualifications - MUST HAVES:

• Must be at least 19 years old.
• Currently pursuing a bachelors degree.
• Possesses general understanding of the issues facing at-risk youth and their families.
• Must have access to reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications- SHOULD HAVES:

• All majors are accepted. The following majors are preferred: Criminal Justice Social Work Human Services and related fields.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA requirements and professional ethical standards.
• Ability to remain calm professional and compassionate in challenging situations.
• Possesses excellent observational listening verbal and writing skills.
• Reliable steady and able to follow through independently
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Proficient with the majority of Microsoft Office applications and basic database use.
• Curious and eager to learn.
• Takes initiative seeks out opportunities for learning and effectively manages ones own time and work.

TheIDEALCandidate

• Is rooted in purpose and driven by equity inclusion and positive social impact.
• Brings humility respect and cultural awareness to every interaction.
• Speaks a second language (especially one spoken in our communities).

We Celebrate Your Story...

Have you navigated recovery from addiction mental health challenges trauma or housing instabilityYour lived experience offers a unique compassionate perspective that can inspire real change. By sharing your story and serving as a role model or mentor you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and families.Your journey matters. If youre ready to use it to uplift and empower others we warmly encourage you to apply.

Who We Are...

Were YSSone of Iowas largest and longest-standing nonprofits dedicated to putting kids first. Our mission is simple but powerful: spark hope create opportunity and help young people thrive.

• From life-changing programs to a new 50-acre recovery campus were expanding fast and thinking big. Learn more at .
• We value the unique backgrounds identities and experiences each team member brings. As an Equal Opportunity Employer were committed to building a respectful inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can grow and succeed.
• YSS is a nicotine-free workplace.

Stay Connected...

We communicate with applicants viaemail- straight from our Paycom system address: .Please check your inbox regularly (and your spam/junk folder just in case).If the message does end up in spam/junk make sure to add to your list of safe may also send you texts if you give us that permission when you apply. Questions Reach us anytime at

Our Hiring Process - Heres What to Expect...

• Apply Submit your application at We review your skills and experience
• Interview Phone video or in-person conversation
• References Well connect with 3 professional references
• Screening Background check driving record check and license verification if required
• Offer If its a match youll receive a formal offer through Paycom