Night-Shift Youth Treatment Specialist

Wisconsin-Community-Services,-Inc; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wisconsin Community Services in Watertown, WI seeks a Youth Treatment Specialist for the 3rd shift at the Jefferson County Youth Crisis Stabilization Facility. The role supports youth ages 8-17 in a therapeutic milieu, ensuring safety and implementing night routines in a state-certified facility.

Responsibilities include supervising during the night, applying evidence-based practices like DBT, and coordinating with a Lead Youth Treatment Specialist to foster skill use and positive behavior.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years preferred experience serving children with mental health needs.
• CBRF Registry training preferred (Fire Safety, First Aid, medications).
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Working knowledge of computer applications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform third shift room checks and ensure youth safety.
• Follow safety protocols including suicide precautions.
• Coach youth in daily living skills and reinforce coping strategies.
• Administer medication following policy and procedure.
• Assist with meals, laundry, and daily programming setup.

Skills

Communication

Technological Aptitude

Managing Priorities

Critical Thinking

Adaptability

Teamwork

Motivation

Professionalism

Multicultural Sensitivity

Crisis Intervention

Flexibility

Empathy

Trauma Informed Care

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience serving children with mental health needs preferred

CBRF Registry training preferred

Driver’s license

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Microsoft 365

Windows

Word

Excel

Job description

Wisconsin Community Services in Watertown, WI seeks a Youth Treatment Specialist for the 3rd shift at the Jefferson County Youth Crisis Stabilization Facility. The role supports youth ages 8-17 in a therapeutic milieu, ensuring safety and implementing night routines in a state-certified facility.

Responsibilities include supervising during the night, applying evidence-based practices like DBT, and coordinating with a Lead Youth Treatment Specialist to foster skill use and positive behavior.