Part-Time Youth Development Specialist - Residential Care

Northwest Passage; Town of Webster (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwest Passage, Ltd is seeking a Part-Time Youth Development Specialist in Webster, WI to provide structured care for children and adolescents within a residential setting. The role emphasizes supervision, programming, and collaboration with treatment teams to support youth progress.

Shift hours vary; ideal candidates hold a degree in social/behavioral sciences or equivalent youth-care experience and demonstrate reliability, strong communication, and resilience in challenging environments.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's in social/behavioral science or equivalent experience with youth.
• Proven experience working with youth who have significant mental health needs.
• Reliability and ability to follow through on commitments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with diverse groups.
• Ability to adapt to change and remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a structured, safe living environment for youth.
• Develop, coordinate, and execute programming initiatives.
• Provide nurturing supervision for high-risk youth per least restrictive treatment.
• Document program activities and incidents involving residents.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and classes.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Follow agency policies and understand mental health concepts.
• Advocate for residents' goals and needs.

Skills

Experience with youth care

Communication skills

Self-regulation

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in social/behavioral science

Job description

Northwest Passage, Ltd is seeking a Part-Time Youth Development Specialist in Webster, WI to provide structured care for children and adolescents within a residential setting. The role emphasizes supervision, programming, and collaboration with treatment teams to support youth progress.

Shift hours vary; ideal candidates hold a degree in social/behavioral sciences or equivalent youth-care experience and demonstrate reliability, strong communication, and resilience in challenging environments.