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Youth Counselor

1 month ago

Wittenberg Marathon County WI, United States LSS of WI & UP MI Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and patient Youth Counselor to join our team at Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI. As a Youth Counselor, you will work directly with our residents, primarily males 10-15 years old, providing a safe and therapeutic environment. Through structured guidance and a trauma-informed care approach, you will be a positive role model, offering support, encouragement, and protection of the youth in our care.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain sight and sound supervision within established policies and procedures
  • Record observations and maintain records and reports, daily documentation and logs
  • Monitor access to and ensure personal hygiene of clients
  • Transport and escort clients between facilities, meetings, appointments, and/or other activities
  • Ensure living spaces are organized, safe, and free of contraband
  • Prepare meals and/or supervise clients during meal times
  • Provide information to parents, referring workers, therapists, and other professionals concerning the status of clients, within established guidelines
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalency is required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, which includes Social Work, Psychology, or Sociology, Law Enforcement, or a closely related field preferred
  • A minimum of one (1) year of work experience in the field of Human Services
  • Crisis management experience
  • Prior Mandt and CPI experience
Benefits
  • Medical/dental/vision insurance
  • Flex spending for dependent and health care
  • Paid time off (80 hrs vacation, 64 hrs of sick time)
  • Ten paid holidays
  • Subsidized on-site, dorm-style housing for staff
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid training in trauma-informed care, evidence-based practices, and facilitating psycho-educational groups
  • Ability to contribute to 403B
  • Employee assistance program
  • Service awards and recognition

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.