Mental Health Worker - Nights

About the role

At Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch (YBGR), our mission is to inspire hope and healing in youth and families. The Night Mental Health Worker plays a vital role by ensuring a safe, calm, and supportive environment during nighttime hours, when youth are often most vulnerable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled bed checks every 15–30 minutes to ensure youth safety and well-being
• Maintain a clean, organized lodge office and assist with laundry and linens
• Provide positive interaction and support to youth during overnight hours
• Communicate effectively with day staff to ensure smooth continuity of care
• Complete required documentation, chart audits, and filing
• Respond appropriately in crisis or high-stress situations
• Participate in monthly coaching and supervision
• Uphold YBGR’s mission, values, and safety standards
• Engage in ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a criminal background and child abuse registry check (Montana)

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong sense of safety awareness and emergency readiness
• Empathy and compassion for youth in crisis
• Excellent communication and observation skills
• Ability to maintain boundaries and professionalism
• Organized and dependable, with solid documentation habits
• Team-oriented with a selfless and mission-driven mindset
• Demonstrates core YBGR values: Faith, Integrity, Relationship, Stewardship

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Primarily indoor environment, with occasional outdoor duties
• Frequent use of computers and office equipment
• Must be physically able to assist in crisis interventions involving youth (up to 300 lbs)
• High-stress tolerance and ability to de-escalate difficult situations
• Must perceive and respond to verbal and non-verbal cues effectively

Pay

Starting salary range: $19.21–$21.62 per hour, based on education and relevant experience. This reflects steps 1–5 of an 11-step pay schedule.

Schedule

Primarily night shift, with occasional weekend and holiday coverage.

Benefits

YBGR offers ongoing training, opportunities for advancement, and a supportive, mission-driven team culture.