Overnight Youth Counselor Organization:

Watson Children's Shelter Location:

Missoula, Montana Reports to:

Shelter Program Manager Classification:

Full-time or Part-time, Non-Exempt Position Summary The Overnight Youth Counselor provides trauma-informed, direct care and awake supervision to children residing at Watson Children's Shelter during overnight hours. This role includes housekeeping duties to ensure a clean and healthy environment. The overnight youth counselor role provides safety, stability, and consistency while maintaining the structured routines and upkeep of the shelter. The Overnight Youth Counselor plays a critical role in creating a calm, secure night-time environment where children can rest and feel safe. This position is ideal for individuals who are dependable, self-directed, emotionally regulated, and deeply aligned with our mission to provide safety, healing, and stability for children in crisis. A strong fit is someone motivated by purpose-driven work and committed to trauma-informed care. Key Responsibilities Overnight Direct Care & Supervision Acts Provide supervision and support to children during assigned shifts. Provide awake and active supervision of residents throughout the overnight shift. Work at and provide coverage for both Watson Children's Shelter locations as operational needs require. Complete nightly housekeeping duties as defined by supervisor. Maintain a safe, calm, and structured environment during sleeping hours. Conduct and document routine bed checks per agency policy. Respond appropriately to nighttime needs, distress, illness, or behavioral concerns. Assist with morning routines including meals, hygiene, activities, transitions, and supervision. Support children's emotional, behavioral, and physical needs while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. Follow individualized care plans, safety plans, and daily directives provided by Case Managers, Shelter Manager and Directors. Work with Case Managers and Shelter Program Managers by recommending needs and services to support a child's unique needs, such as clothing, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and/or mental health services. Coordinate and/or provide transportation for youth. Model communication skills and assist with relationship building skills. Work with youth to meet their unique and individual needs. Set healthy and developmentally appropriate limits and boundaries with youth and help them understand and adhere to house rules and routines. Provide appropriate and developmentally appropriate responses to given behavior. Learn to identify the need beneath the behavior and strive to meet need. Provide instruction and praise for positive behavior. Implement trained crisis intervention skills when necessary. Record behavioral data in communication logs, case notes, and incident reports. Documentation & Communication Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner, including shift notes, routine logs, intake forms, incident and injury reports, supervised visit notes, mileage logs, and other assigned records. Communicate important child, program, facility, and supply needs to supervisory staff promptly. Promote open, effective, and professional communication with staff while following confidentiality and chain-of-command protocols. Program & Facility Support Maintain cleanliness and organization of the shelter during overnight hours. Complete assigned housekeeping, preparation tasks, or organizational duties as directed. Prepare materials or spaces for the following day's programming as assigned. Monitor facility safety and follow emergency procedures as required. Professional Expectations Adhere strictly to all agency, corporate, and governmental policies, including those prohibiting abuse, neglect, or exploitation of children. Immediately report any suspected abuse or policy violations to supervisory staff and the Department of Public Health and Human Services as required. Maintain confidentiality of all information related to children, families, and staff. Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, courtesy, and respectful conduct at all times. Maintain punctuality and reliability for assigned shifts. Maintain current contact information with administrative staff. Perform additional duties as assigned, ensuring tasks are reasonable, relevant, and clearly communicated. Utilize required phone app platforms for scheduling, communication, time tracking and more. Training & Professional Development Attend and participate in staff meetings and training. Complete all required annual trainings and any supplemental trainings as determined by supervisors, licensing requirements, and agency standards. Maintain required certifications provide by the agency. Watson Children's Shelter is an equally-opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person