Overnight Youth Counselor — Part-Time

Job overview

The Overnight Youth Counselor role is onsite in Woodward, IA, and is listed as part-time. The posting states $19 per hour for full-time employment; compensation for this part-time listing is not specified. Woodward Academy describes a mission-driven, trauma-responsive team supporting young people. The counselor helps create a safe and supportive environment where youth can build confidence and life skills. Through daily interactions, structured activities, and calm responses during crises, the role supports youth development and ongoing care.

What you'll do

• Build positive relationships with youth through daily interactions and structured activities
• model teamwork, accountability, and respect
• collaborate with peers to maintain a safe and supportive environment
• guide youth through recreational, vocational, and life-skill development programs
• respond calmly and effectively in moments of crisis
• complete required reports and documentation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

overnight youth counselor

woodward ia

woodward academy

part-time

youth support

youth development

life skills

crisis response

trauma-responsive team

paid training

high school diploma or equivalent

on-site

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Fully paid training. Full-time employee benefits listed include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• retirement plan options
• paid time off and holiday pay
• tuition reimbursement
• on-site meals
• 24/7 gym access
• and other programs.

Why this role

The posting describes fully paid safety and skills training. Full-time employee benefits, with eligibility typically beginning after 30 days, include insurance, retirement options, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, on-site meals, 24/7 gym access, and other listed programs.

About the employer

Woodward Academy is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Residential Care Facilities. Sector: 62.