Human Services Professional

Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PSLF eligibility

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Generous PTO +10 paid holidays

403(b) employer contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Service awards

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS) in Eau Claire, WI is seeking a Human Service Professional for the GainingGround program. This full‑time role delivers trauma‑informed, recovery‑focused services to individuals living with mental illness or experiencing homelessness, across a variety of community settings.

Responsibilities include crisis support, case management, coordination with service teams, and helping with Social Security, housing, IDs, and employment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human services field is required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work in community-based environments.
• Experience supporting individuals in crisis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional human services to individuals and groups in various settings.
• Assist with Social Security, IDs, employment, and housing applications.
• Coordinate mental health and recovery support with service teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support client independence.

Skills

Crisis support

Documentation

Communication

Organization

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hum. Serv. or related field

Job description

HumanServiceProfessional-GainingGround(FullTime)

LutheranSocialServicesofWisconsin&UpperMichigan(LSS) Eau Claire, WI | FullTime,Monday-Friday,8AM-5PM | BenefitsEligible

LutheranSocialServicesofWI&UpperMIisseekingaHumanServiceProfessionaltojoinourteamatGainingGround, a resource center dedicated to providing a safe, stigma-free environment for individuals living with mental illness and those experiencing homelessness. Our mission is to deliver trauma-informed, recovery-focused servicesthathelpindividualsgainstabilityandbecomeactivemembersofthecommunity.

If you have experience supporting individuals in crisis - including those navigating homelessness, mental health challenges, or the criminal justice system - we strongly encourage you to apply.

WhatYou’llDo

Inthisrole,youwillprovideprofessionalhumanservicestoindividualsandgroupsacrossavarietyofsettings,includingcommunitylocations,shelters,jails,offices,andschools. Servicesmaybe delivered in person or through audio/visual platforms.

Yourworkmayinclude:

• AssistancewithSocialSecurity,IDs,employment,andhousingapplications
• Mentalhealthcoordination&recoverysupport
• Lifeskills,copingskills,andbudgetingsupport
• Medicationmanagementassistance
• Educationcoordination(GED,technicalcollege)
• ComprehensiveCommunityServices(CCS)support

You'llcollaboratewithclientsandserviceteams,maintainaccuratedocumentation,applyevidence-basedpractices,andhelpindividualsbuildindependenceandstability.

WhatWe'reLookingFor

Education: Bachelor's degree in a human services related field is required (examples include Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Sociology, Special Education, Occupational Therapy, and others). Degrees not listed may require transcript review.

Requirements:

• Validdriver'slicenseandreliabletransportation
• Abilitytoworkincommunity-basedenvironments
• Strongdocumentation,communication,andorganizationalskills
• Comfortworkingwithindividualsexperiencingcrisis
• Abilitytouseelectronichealthrecordsandstandardcomputerapplications

WhyJoinLSS?

Wetakecareofourpeoplesotheycantakecareofothers.

Benefitsinclude:

• PublicServiceLoanForgiveness(PSLF)eligibility
• Medical,dental,andvisioninsurance
• FlexibleSpendingAccounts
• GenerousPTO+10paidholidays
• 403(b)withemployercontribution
• EmployeeAssistanceProgram
• Serviceawards&recognition

AboutLSS

At LSS, we serve with compassion and integrity. We value dignity, respect, and trauma-informed care. Our team members represent the agency as servant leaders - in thought, words, and actions.

ReadytoMakeanImpact?

If you're passionate about supporting individuals on their path to stability and recovery, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us continue building a stronger, more compassionate community.

LutheranSocialServicesofWIandUpperMIisanequalopportunityemployer.

Travel Required

Yes . Daily Local Travel Required

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelor Degree or better in Hum. Serv. or Related Field or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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