Youth Counselor
$18.5 per hourLutheran Social Services of Wisconsin
Youth Counselor (Youth Care Worker / Residential Counselor) - 2nd Shift
Full-Time | Wittenberg, WI | Onsite 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM 4-Day Work Week | Every Other Weekend Required $18.50/hour Weekdays | $20.50/hour Weekends
Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth
Are you passionate about helping children and teens overcome challenges, heal from trauma, and build brighter futures? Homme Youth & Family Programs, part of Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS), is seeking a compassionate and dependable Youth Counselor to provide direct care, supervision, behavioral support, and mentorship to youth in a residential treatment setting.
This role is ideal for candidates with experience in human services, youth development, behavioral health, mental health, social work, psychology, counseling, juvenile justice, education, direct care, residential care, or child welfare.
About Homme Youth & Family Programs
Homme Youth & Family Programs provides trauma-informed residential treatment and care for children and adolescents who have experienced significant trauma, behavioral challenges, and family disruption. Our multidisciplinary approach combines therapy, education, life skills development, behavioral interventions, and family engagement to help youth achieve lasting success.
What You'll Do
As a Youth Counselor, Youth Care Worker, or Residential Counselor, you will serve as a positive role model while helping youth develop the skills needed for long-term success.
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide direct care and supervision for youth ages 10-15
- Maintain sight and sound supervision to ensure safety
- Support behavioral management plans and therapeutic programming
- Teach daily living skills and healthy coping strategies
- Assist youth with personal hygiene and independent living skills
- Transport and escort residents to appointments, school activities, and community outings
- Prepare meals and supervise mealtimes
- Complete daily documentation, incident reports, and behavioral observations
- Communicate effectively with families, therapists, educators, and treatment team members
- Respond appropriately to crisis situations using approved intervention techniques
- Create a safe, structured, and trauma-informed environment for youth
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled
- Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications and training
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Education, Behavioral Science, or related field
Preferred Experience
Experience in any of the following areas is highly valued:
- Behavioral health
- Mental health
- Residential treatment
- Direct care
- Youth services
- Child welfare
- Social services
- Juvenile justice
- Crisis intervention
- Group homes
- Case management
- Foster care
- Special education
- Therapeutic recreation
- Trauma-informed care
Why Join LSS?
At Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan, you'll do meaningful work while building a rewarding career helping youth reach their full potential.
Benefits Include
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
- 80 hours of vacation annually
- 64 hours of sick leave annually
- 10 paid holidays
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mileage reimbursement
- Service awards and employee recognition
- Comprehensive paid training
- Trauma-informed care training
- Evidence-based intervention training
- Subsidized on-site housing available
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and remain active throughout an 8-hour shift
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to safely respond to behavioral and crisis situations
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to maintain a safe environment for youth during all activities
Apply Today
If you're looking for a meaningful career where you can make a lasting impact on the lives of youth and families, we encourage you to apply.
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Help youth heal, grow, and succeed. Apply today.
Travel Required
Yes. Daily local as required
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