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Iowa Youth Services

Major Gift Officer (56138)

Ames, IA · On-site

$29 - $35/hr

At YSS, every gift saves lives, restores hope, and creates limitless opportunities for youth who ... Development, Associate Director, or Director of Development. What You'll Do * Build & Hunt:

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Sales Associate

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

$12.75 - $17.50/hr

... youth. Through partnerships with brands such as adidas, Brandy Melville, Essentials Fear of God ... The Sales Associate is responsible for generating sales through exhibiting passion for product ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for youth associate in Iowa is $16.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $16.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a youth associate?

Youth Associates are professionals who work with young people, typically in settings such as libraries, community centers, or youth organizations. Their main responsibilities include planning and leading activities, providing guidance and support, and creating a safe and welcoming environment for youth. They often assist with educational programs, mentor youth, and help connect them to resources and opportunities. Youth Associates play a key role in fostering personal growth and positive social interactions among young people.

What are the typical responsibilities of a youth associate?

As a Youth Associate, your daily responsibilities often include planning and facilitating activities, workshops, or programs for young people, providing mentorship and guidance, and assisting with the administrative tasks necessary to keep youth initiatives running smoothly. You may also be responsible for collaborating with other staff members, engaging with parents or guardians, and monitoring the progress and well-being of participants. Weekly tasks often include attending team meetings, tracking program outcomes, and helping to organize community events or outreach efforts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a youth associate?

To thrive as a Youth Associate, you generally need experience working with young people, a background in education or social services, and knowledge of youth development principles. Familiarity with case management software, program management tools, and current youth engagement platforms is often required. Strong communication, patience, and problem-solving abilities are crucial soft skills for building trust and motivating youth. These skills and qualities are essential for fostering positive youth outcomes and ensuring effective program delivery.

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Infographic showing various Youth Associate job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,009 per year, or $16.4 per hour.

RESIDENTIAL DIRECT CARE-STOP-BERTRAM

FOUR OAKS FAMILY AND CHILDRENS SERVICES

Cedar Rapids, IA • On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Be the person who shows up. Be the example. Make an impact.

Looking for a job where no two days are the same—and where the work you do truly matters?

As a Youth Counselor at our STOP Campus in Bertram, Iowa, you’ll work directly with boys ages 12–17, providing structure, support, encouragement, and consistency during an important time in their lives. This isn't a desk job. You'll be actively involved in their day, helping youth build skills, navigate challenges, make better choices, and recognize their potential.

What is STOP?

Our STOP (Supervised Treatment Opportunity Program) Campus is a structured residential program serving adolescent boys ages 12–17. The program provides a safe, supportive, and highly structured environment where youth can work on behavioral needs, develop positive coping and life skills, build healthy relationships, and prepare for successful transitions back to their families and communities.

At STOP, our goal isn't simply to supervise youth—it's to meet them where they are, hold them accountable, recognize their strengths, and help them move forward.

What You'll Do

As a Youth Counselor, you'll be one of the people our youth interact with most. You'll provide direct care and supervision while building relationships that create opportunities for growth and change.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Build meaningful relationship with youth based on consistency, trust, respect, and appropriate boundaries.
  • Provide a safe, structured, and supportive environment while maintaining appropriate supervision.
  • Use everyday situations as opportunities to teach problem-solving, communication, accountability, coping, and other life skills.
  • Recognize potential problems early and use proactive strategies to help prevent situations from escalating.
  • Utilize approved behavior-management and de-escalation techniques to help youth develop healthier responses and behaviors.
  • Help youth gain insight into their choices, recognize patterns, and learn to self-identify and self-correct behaviors.
  • Understand each youth's individual treatment plan and provide appropriate supervision and treatment interventions.
  • Participate in group, behavioral, and life-space interventions and provide appropriate feedback and direction.
  • Ensure youths' basic needs are consistently and appropriately met.
  • Serve as a positive role model and an agent of change for the youth in our care.
  • Safely transport youth to program activities and community resources while following agency transportation and supervision protocols.
  • Work collaboratively with your team, supervisors, and other professionals to review progress and provide the best possible programming for each youth.
  • Follow medication-management guidelines and established program procedures.
  • Develop and maintain knowledge of Behavioral Health Intervention Services (BHIS).
  • Complete required documentation accurately and on time, including daily case notes, behavioral documentation, visual checks, and other program records.
If you're looking for more than just a job and want an opportunity to make a difference for youth who need positive, consistent adults in their corner, we'd love to hear from you.The Kind of Person We're Looking For

You don't need to have all the answers. You do need to be someone who can remain calm when things get challenging, set appropriate boundaries, follow through, work as part of a team, and see the potential in a young person even on a difficult day

To qualify you must be at least 21 years of age and meet one of the following requirements:

  • Possess a High School Diploma/GED and/or 2 years of related experience or
  • Possess an Associates Degree and 1 year of related experience or
  • Possess a Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services related field of study

Apply now for immediate consideration!

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