Youth Services Aide; Overnights

Description And Functions

The Wyoming Girls’ School (WGS) in Sheridan is a secure therapeutic and educational facility that provides treatment and support services for court-ordered delinquent girls ages 12–21. WGS is committed to fostering a safe, structured, and trauma-responsive environment that promotes personal growth, accountability, skill development, and positive behavioral change. WGS is seeking motivated, dependable, and service-oriented individuals for an entry-level Youth Services position on the overnight shift (10:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.).

This position is well suited for individuals interested in pursuing or gaining experience in human services, criminal justice, psychology, social work, behavioral health, education, or related fields. College students, recent graduates, and individuals seeking a meaningful career transition are encouraged to apply. Under general supervision, employees in this position provide overnight supervision, monitoring, and support for youth residing at the facility.

Responsibilities include maintaining safety and security, conducting routine checks, documenting observations, responding appropriately to situations as they arise, and contributing to a stable and supportive living environment. This position offers valuable hands‑on experience working with at‑risk youth in a professional treatment setting while developing communication, crisis response, teamwork, and case‑management support skills relevant to careers in human services and public service professions.

Open Until Filled

Enjoy all the historic Western Sheridan has to offer! At the foot of the Big Horn Mountains, you’ll have easy access to hunting, fishing, camping, ATV trails, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, golfing, other outdoor activities, and too many festivals and events to mention. Don’t forget the famous WYO Rodeo held in July and February! Feel like city activities? Billings, Montana, is less than two hours away.

And Wyoming is one of only nine states with no income tax!

Wyoming is also one of nine states with no state income tax, making life here not only beautiful but practical.

$1,000.00 Hiring Bonus (See notes section for eligibility).

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

Employees Enjoy

• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Explore your total compensation: https://compensation calculator.wyo.gov

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