Lead Youth Treatment Specialist

5 days ago


Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Wisconsin Community Services Full time
Job Title: Lead Youth Treatment Specialist

Wisconsin Community Services is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Lead Youth Treatment Specialist to join our team at the Bakari Youth Residential Care Center. As a key member of our specialized services division, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care and support to youth with mental health needs.

Job Summary:

The Lead Youth Treatment Specialist is responsible for providing direct care, nurturing, and supervision to youth, ensuring their needs are met. Additionally, you will lead shifts, train staff, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct care and supervision to youth, including coaching, mentoring, and role-modeling.
  • Lead shifts, ensuring staff are trained and meeting the needs of youth, and all staff are following policies and procedures.
  • Supervise and manage staff, including writing performance evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions.
  • Facilitate field training for new staff and lead shift transition meetings, monthly staff meetings, and consultation team meetings.
  • Administer medication as prescribed and document accordingly.
  • Complete documentation, including shift reports, critical incident reporting, and communication logs.
  • Collaborate with leadership to develop programming, monitor compliance, and carry out performance improvement projects.
Requirements:
  • A high school diploma or equivalent, bachelor's degree preferred.
  • At least 21 years old (at least 2 years older than the oldest resident).
  • Minimum of one year of experience serving children with mental health needs.
  • Working knowledge of computer applications preferred.
  • Ability to display cultural competence and respond respectfully to people of all cultures, languages, classes, races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, and other diversity factors.
  • Valid driver's license, automobile, and insurance sufficient to meet agency requirements preferred.
Working Conditions:

The Bakari Youth Residential Care Center is a state-licensed residential care center, type II. The work environment is fast-paced, and the ability to manage young clients who have experienced trauma is essential. Local travel is required, and the ability to provide coverage as needed is necessary.

Wisconsin Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that values and respects the worth of all individuals, regardless of their background, culture, or identity.



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