Trauma-Informed Youth Counselor (Residential)

Lutheran Social Services; Town of Wittenberg (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

80 hours of vacation annually

64 hours of sick leave annually

10 paid holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement

Service awards and employee recogniton

Comprehensive paid training

Trauma-informed care training

Subsidized on-site housing available

Job summary

Homme Youth & Family Programs, part of Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS), is seeking a compassionate Youth Counselor to provide direct care, supervision, and mentorship in a residential treatment setting.

You'll work 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM on a 4-day schedule with every other weekend, helping youth ages 10–15 develop life skills, cope with trauma, and participate in therapeutic activities while maintaining safety and a structured environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision for youth ages 10-15
• Maintain sight and sound supervision to ensure safety
• Support behavioral management plans and therapeutic programming
• Teach daily living skills and healthy coping strategies
• Assist youth with personal hygiene and independent living skills
• Transport and escort residents to appointments, school activities, and community outings
• Prepare meals and supervise mealtimes
• Complete daily documentation, incident reports, and behavioral observations
• Communicate effectively with families, therapists, educators, and treatment team members
• Respond appropriately to crisis situations using approved intervention techniques
• Create a safe, structured, and trauma-informed environment for youth

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Criminal Justice, Counseling, Education, Behavioral Science, or related field

Job description

Homme Youth & Family Programs, part of Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS), is seeking a compassionate Youth Counselor to provide direct care, supervision, and mentorship in a residential treatment setting.

You'll work 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM on a 4-day schedule with every other weekend, helping youth ages 10–15 develop life skills, cope with trauma, and participate in therapeutic activities while maintaining safety and a structured environment.