Mental Health Worker - Relief

Introduction

YBGR, WHERE YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

We have employees providing services to youth throughout Montana, working to change the trajectory of children's livesand havinga positive impact.

At Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch (YBGR), our mission is to provide hope and healing to youth facing emotional and behavioral challenges. As aRelief Mental Health Worker, you’ll play a meaningful role in that mission—stepping in to support staff coverage, build healthy relationships with youth, and contribute to a trauma-informed, therapeutic environment.

Whether you’re exploring the mental health field, looking to grow your experience, or want a flexible way to make an impact, this role lets you do valuable work while choosing shifts that fit your life.

• Help create and maintain a positive, safe, and therapeutic environment for youth.
• Supervise, mentor, and support adolescents in daily activities, recreation, and skill-building.
• Teach coping strategies, life skills, and healthy communication.
• Assist with treatment programming and provide timely documentation.
• Maintain regular communication with families and partnering agencies.
• Lead or support psycho-educational groups that promote growth and life skills.
• Collaborate with treatment teams and contribute to agency goals and outcomes.
• Model YBGR’s mission, values, professionalism, and culture of respect.
• Participate in ongoing training and coaching to strengthen your skills.
• Support daily operations while upholding all safety and organizational policies.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Are reliable, compassionate, and motivated to help youth succeed.
• Bring strong values, integrity, and a desire to serve as a positive role model.
• Can maintain professionalism and teamwork in high-energy environments.
• Are comfortable working with youth who have complex emotional and behavioral needs.
• Are committed to trauma-informed care and continuous learning.

Important Expectations for Relief Staff

• Work a minimum of8 hours of direct care each month(training hours do not count toward this requirement).
• Communicate monthly with the YBGR scheduler about your availability.

Working at YBGR means joining a mission-driven team dedicated to empowering youth and strengthening families. You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience in behavioral health, education, and residential care—while making a lasting impact on the kids who need it most.

Required Qualifications:

• 21 years old or older.
• Criminal / Child Abuse Clearance:
  
  Must pass criminal record and child abuse registry background check as required by the State of Montana.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Required Abilities/Skills

• Strong Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to build rapport and maintain healthy boundaries with youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Effective Communication:
  Clear verbal and written communication, including active listening and de-escalation skills.
• Emotional Resilience:
  Ability to manage stress, remain calm under pressure, and model healthy coping skills for youth.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Willingness to work closely with a multidisciplinary team including therapists, supervisors, and other direct care staff.
• Problem Solving:
  Sound judgment and critical thinking in responding to crisis situations or behavioral challenges.
• Adaptability:
  Flexibility to work varying shifts and respond to the dynamic needs of a residential treatment environment.
• Behavior Management:
  Familiarity with or willingness to learn trauma-informed behavior intervention strategies.
• Cultural Competence:
  Sensitiv…