Youth Support Staff
Make a Difference in a Child’s Life!
EverHope is looking for caring, dependable, and compassionate individuals to join our team as Youth Support Staff. In this role, you will help create a safe, supportive environment for children and teens while building positive relationships that encourage growth, healing, and success.
No specialized experience is required — we provide training! If you enjoy helping others and want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth, we encourage you to apply.
Position Overview
Youth Support Staff provide daily care, supervision, and support to residents while helping maintain a safe, structured, and positive environment. This role focuses on mentorship, relationship-building, and supporting youth in reaching their goals.
Flexible scheduling available based on organizational needs and candidate availability.
What You’ll Do
- Build positive relationships and engage with youth in daily activities
- Provide supervision and help maintain a safe, supportive environment
- Support behavioral, emotional, and developmental growth
- Communicate important updates with leadership and care teams
- Collaborate with counseling, education, and case management staff
- Transport residents to appointments or activities as needed
- Participate in required trainings and team meetings
- Model professionalism, healthy boundaries, and positive communication
Qualifications
To be considered, candidates must:
- Be 21 years or older
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Have a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and acceptable driving record
- Pass required background, child maltreatment, and drug screenings
- Be comfortable working in an active environment with children and teens
- Be able to meet physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds
Helpful but not required: experience working with youth, childcare, mentoring, education, behavioral health, or social services.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking team members who are:
- Compassionate and dependable
- Strong communicators and team players
- Flexible, patient, and professional
- Passionate about helping youth succeed
Why Join EverHope?
At EverHope, the work you do matters. Every interaction is an opportunity to make a lasting impact in a child’s life while working alongside a supportive and mission-driven team.
This job description outlines the general nature of the role and may be adjusted to meet organizational needs.
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Company Description
Working at EverHope (formerly the Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter) offers the opportunity to join a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing a safe haven for children in crisis.