Youth Support Shift Lead

Youth Support Shift Lead

Full-Time | Paid Training | Daily Pay Available

At Crossroads Programs, Inc., we're not just hiring employees — we're building a team of compassionate professionals who believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life.

Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or looking for work with purpose, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided.

For more than 40 years, Crossroads Programs, Inc. has provided safe and supportive residential treatment opportunities and therapeutic services designed to empower youth ages 5 to 21.

Hope Homes – Timber House provides a therapeutic environment focused on individualized care and support for residents between 14 and 21 years old.

Our team of professionals plays a vital role in helping adolescents navigate their unique challenges and empowering them to reach their full potential. Hope Homes – Timber House believes in the power of a supportive and inclusive community.

When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values compassion, teamwork, growth, and the belief that every person deserves the opportunity to thrive.

Why Join Our Team? Competitive Pay & Benefits
• Competitive Compensation
• Daily Pay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Available after 30 days of employment
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

Every day, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Make a difference in the lives of youth
• Support individuals and families
• Build meaningful relationships
• Strengthen communities
• Be part of a mission-driven organization

The Youth Support Shift Lead makes a positive impact on the lives of adolescents with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

You'll help create a safe, structured, nurturing environment while supporting youth in developing independence, confidence, and life skills.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Oversee shift operations and assign duties to staff
• Help motivate and support team members
• Maintain a structured, safe, and nurturing environment
• Provide leadership and on-call support when needed

• Work directly with youth experiencing behavioral health challenges
• Provide trauma-informed and strength-based support
• Build positive and meaningful relationships with residents
• Serve as a mentor and positive role model

• Design and lead life skills and educational activities
• Tailor activities to each youth's individual needs and strengths
• Assist youth with daily living activities
• Reinforce social skills and independence

• Observe and evaluate youth's daily functioning
• Help identify individual needs and strengths
• Support individualized service approaches
• Implement appropriate behavior management strategies

• Provide transportation as needed
• Support youth participation in community activities and services
• Reinforce positive behaviors and social skills
• Provide additional support during challenging situations

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• Team-oriented
• Service-focused
• Professional
• Positive
• Committed to helping others

Qualifications:

• Minimum:
  High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred:
  Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field

• Minimum of 2 years working directly with youth in an out-of-home treatment setting
• Some program elements may require 3–5 years of experience

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