Overnight Youth Shelter
Listed on 2026-09-06
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Social Work
Youth Support Worker, Community Support Services
and the job listing Expires on September 6, 2026
We are seeking someone with a PRN schedule to fill in for overnights as needed, at The Landing, a new youth and young adult shelter that opened in Loveland in January 2025. This relationship-centered individual will be responsible for providing direct supervision of youth ages 15-20 at The Landing and supporting each youth or young adult in their next steps to independence.
This includes orienting new youth to the shelter, connecting youth with resources including food/laundry/computer access/case management, assisting youth in increasing self-efficacy and reducing risky behavior, ensuring client safety, providing delivery of appropriate and effective program services, and maintaining a safe and positive environment. Duties include supervision of youth overnight, ensuring facilities are maintained, youth orientations and assessments, crisis phone counseling, documentation, and ensuring that the program is facilitated in a manner that meets the mission of The Landing and The Matthews House.
Your work will enable you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve and will contribute to the positive, supportive work culture at The Matthews House.
Job Location: Loveland
Status: Part-time, PRN status, hours as needed;
Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $21-22/hour plus overnight differential of $2.00/hour
This posting will be open through Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 4pm MST.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Required:
Be at least 21 years of age and have completed two years of college education. A high school diploma or equivalent and one year’s experience in the human services field may be substituted for the required college education. - 1+ year of experience in human services is required. 2+ years of experience working in shelters or working with youth is preferred.
- Must be able to transport and have a clean driving record.
- Must pass a CBI/FBI fingerprint screening and drug test.
- Knowledge of local community and resources preferred.
- Bilingual/bicultural Spanish speaker is preferred but not required.
Essential Duties and Major Responsibilities
Overnight Supervision & Safety Monitoring – 35%
- Monitor participant areas, conduct regular safety checks, and ensure adherence to overnight routines and shelter policies.
- Respond to safety concerns, de-escalate conflicts, and coordinate emergency response when necessary.
Facility Maintenance & Cleaning – 25%
- Maintain a clean, safe, and functional building throughout the overnight shift.
- Perform routine cleaning (e.g., bathrooms, kitchens, common areas, sleeping areas), trash and recycling removal, restocking of hygiene and cleaning supplies, and basic facility checks.
- Report maintenance issues or safety hazards to supervisors or operations staff.
Facility Operations & Basic Needs Support – 20%
- Support evening and overnight operations, including room assignments (as applicable), hygiene and laundry access, snack distribution, and maintaining organized common and sleeping spaces.
- Complete overnight logs, incident reports, and shift handoff notes.
- Communicate observations and follow-ups to supervisors and day staff to support continuity of care.
Participant Engagement, Training & Professional Boundaries – 10%
- Build respectful, strengths-based relationships with youth and young adults while maintaining clear professional boundaries.
- Participate in required trainings and adhere to TMH policies related to confidentiality, mandated reporting, ethics, and professional conduct.
Assist with other duties as assigned.
SCHEDULE:
- Schedule will be PRN, pick up shifts as needed..
- Services will be provided in The Landing.
BENEFITS:
- 401(k) with 3% match by employer
- A mission-driven environment with strong staff culture
The Matthews House Mission: Empowering youth and families through connection, self-efficacy, and independence.
The Matthews House Vision: A community that is aware, belongs, and is self-sufficient.
The Matthews House Values: Relationship-centered, Assume the best of people, Own your role, Innovation, Remain curious
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT & AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
The Matthews House is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability or any other status protected by state or local law.
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