Careers
Make a Lasting Impact - Become a Youth Service Worker
At Tanager, we believe in the power of people to transform lives. As a Youth Service Worker, you’ll play a vital role in inspiring, empowering, and healing youth in our 24-hour residential care program. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to create lasting, life-changing impact.
You’ll work directly with youth facing behavioral and mental health challenges, providing daily support, structure, and mentorship in a safe and therapeutic environment. Every interaction is a chance to make a difference — to help young people build skills, confidence, and hope for the future.
If you’re passionate about mental health, driven to support youth, and ready to make a real difference — we want to meet you.
Why Join Tanager?
- Meaningful Work – Directly support youth in a safe, therapeutic environment
- Competitive Pay – Earn a wage that reflects industry standards and your qualifications
- Comprehensive Benefits Package – Including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off – Prioritize your own well-being and work/life balance
- Full-Time & Part-Time Positions Available – Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
- Career Growth Opportunities – Be part of a mission-driven organization that invests in you
Our Mission
We exist to inspire, empower, and heal. Everything we do is centered around helping youth heal from trauma, build resilience, and develop the skills needed to thrive.
Open Interviews - No Appointment Needed
We’re actively hiring year-round and summer-only Youth Service Workers. Stop by at the following times to learn more and apply on the spot.
Tuesday: 8am – 11am
Thursday: 4pm – 6pm
Friday: 1pm – 4pm
Tanager Variety Club Bldg.
2309 C Street SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Minimum Requirements:
• Must be 20 years of age or older
• One year of direct-care experience working in childcare or adult (or)
• An Associate’s (AA), 3 years of college experience and/or a Bachelor (BA) degree in a human services related field
Summer-Only Position Details:
• Start Date: On or before May 18th
• End Date: August 21st
(Summer-only staff support youth during the summer months be assisting with daily routines, supervision, activities, and skill-building opportunities.)
This position is a great way to:
• Gain direct experience working with youth
• Build skills relevant to social work, psychology, education, and human services
• Explore a potential career in residential or behavioral health services