Care Advocate Specialist

Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Subsidized dorm-style staff housing

Paid time off + 10 paid holidays

403B retirement contributions

Paid training in trauma-informed care

Employee assistance program

Service awards and recognition

Job summary

Homme Youth and Family Programs, part of Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, is hiring for a full-time 2nd shift to support youth and families in a trauma-informed program.

You will develop behavioral plans, conduct client screenings, mentor staff in trauma-sensitive care, and lead groups while ensuring documentation meets licensing standards. Weekend shifts offer higher pay and a 4-day work week is available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services preferred.
• Residential youth experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing strength-based behavioral support plans
• Conducting client screenings and follow-up case management
• Coaching and mentoring staff in trauma-sensitive care
• Leading recreational, educational, and psycho-educational groups (including Aggression Replacement Training)
• Providing crisis counseling, advocacy, and guidance
• Maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with licensing standards
• Collaborating with supervisors, therapists, and external partners to support each client’s progress

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Job description

Homme Youth and Family Programs (Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI) Full-Time | 2nd Shift (2 PM–10 PM or 3 PM–11 PM weekdays; every other weekend 12–14 hr shifts) $20.50/hr (Weekdays) | $22.50/hr (Weekends) 4-day work week

About Us

Homme Youth and Family Programs is a nationally recognized treatment program serving children and adolescents facing challenges such as trauma, delinquency, victimization, AODA, cognitive behavioral issues, dual diagnosis, and independent living support.

Our multidisciplinary team of counselors, therapists, advocates, and teachers provides wraparound care through psychiatric, educational, clinical, and milieu services. Using a trauma-informed approach, we help youth and families recover, grow, and reintegrate into the community.

What You’ll Do

• Developing and implementing strength-based behavioral support plans
• Conducting client screenings and follow-up case management
• Coaching and mentoring staff in trauma-sensitive care
• Leading recreational, educational, and psycho-educational groups (including Aggression Replacement Training)
• Providing crisis counseling, advocacy, and guidance
• Maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with licensing standards
• Collaborating with supervisors, therapists, and external partners to support each client’s progress

Who We’re Looking For

You are compassionate, patient, and resilient. You know how to set boundaries while remaining flexible, and you thrive in challenging environments where you can make a difference.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Human Services preferred

Benefits

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (health & dependent care)
• Subsidized dorm-style staff housing onsite
• Paid time off + 10 paid holidays
• 403B retirement contributions
• Paid training in trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices
• Employee assistance program
• Service awards and recognition

Travel Required

Yes . Frequent local day trips required.

Experience

1 year: Residential experience with youth

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License

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