Youth Care Specialist - Shelter Care at our Mukwonago Campus

Norris; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a compassionate Youth Care Specialist to join their team. This rewarding role involves providing care and supervision to youth in a supportive environment, ensuring their emotional and educational needs are met. With a focus on trauma-informed care, you will engage with young individuals, implement treatment plans, and maintain a safe space for healing. The position requires flexibility and offers numerous benefits, including health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous PTO. If you are passionate about making a positive impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Advance Pay Option

Generous PTO benefits

Mileage Reimbursement

403(b) Plan with matching contributions

Qualifications

• Experience in youth care or related field preferred.
• Ability to manage behavior and provide emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and well-being of youth in care.
• Implement treatment plans and maintain documentation.
• Provide direct care and recreational activities.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Behavior management

Meal planning

Medication administration

Youth advocacy

Education

High School Diploma

Relevant certifications in youth care

Job description

The mission of Norris, Inc. is Transforming lives through the power of connection and healing.

Are you looking for an employer that is innovative and trauma-informed? Are you seeking a challenging and rewarding job? When you choose a career with Norris, you make a positive impact on the lives of others every day.

Norris' Group Care Programs provide treatment, educational, and therapeutic recreational services to youth ages 8 through 17 and their families. Youth receive services related to mental health, emotional behavioral disorders, problematic sexualized behaviors, AODA, and trauma, including abuse or neglect.

The Norris team strives to provide high-quality care by making meaningful connections and creating a safe space for healing. We engage with those we serve, colleagues, and the community with respect, compassion, and acceptance.

Norris is currently seeking a Youth Care Specialist for our Shelter Care Program at our Mukwonago, WI campus.

Under the supervision of the Milieu Supervisor, the Youth Care Specialist (YCS) is responsible for the care and supervision of youth at the Waukesha County Shelter Care at River's Edge Campus. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, well-being, emotional and educational needs, providing direct care, meal planning, serving as a Youth Advocate, managing behavior, transportation, medication administration, recreation, and other therapeutic services. Services promote trauma-informed care. The YCS also implements treatment plans, maintains documentation, and upholds daily routines. The position requires a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Other Benefits to Consider:

• Great health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• HSA option with company contributions up to $500 annually for individuals or $1,000 for families.
• Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service).
• Advance Pay Option.
• Generous PTO benefits, including holidays and a birthday PTO day.
• Mileage Reimbursement.
• 403(b) Plan with company matching contributions after one year of service, with additional discretionary contributions up to 2% annually.

Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/VETS/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants can learn more by viewing the federal "Know Your Rights" poster and the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination notice.