Youth Support Professional - 1st shift

Mypathcompanies; Town of Oconomowoc (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

PerkSpot discounts

Job summary

Genesee Lake School, a MyPath Company in Oconomowoc, WI, seeks a Youth Support Professional for 1st shift to provide direct care, academic support, and positive engagement for students across school and program settings. This year-round role includes classroom and residential activities with emphasis on safety and skill-building.

The position requires 21+ with a high school diploma or GED, experience with students with disabilities, and ability to implement safe behavioral interventions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in an educational setting serving students with disabilities.
• Strong communication and calm demeanor in emergencies.
• Ability to implement approved physical intervention techniques.

Responsibilities

• Program & Student Life Support: Supervise and engage students in living, activity, and community settings; support daily living skills; model and reinforce positive behavior; complete required documentation; promote health and safety.
• Classroom Support: Assist classroom teachers with instructional and behavioral support; follow lesson plans and IEP accommodations; use assistive devices; collect and document data; provide one-on-one or small group support; help with virtual learning.
• Team Collaboration & Professional Conduct: Communicate effectively with education, clinical, and program staff; participate in meetings and trainings; use de-escalation techniques; uphold MyPath's values.
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6/7:00am–2/3:00pm with rotating weekends; program support before/after school; non-school days and early release days; flexible to work in different classrooms.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical intervention

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Social Science or Education

Job description

Youth Support Professional - 1st shift### Youth Support Professional - 1st shiftApply: Oconomowoc, WI: Posted Today: JR109433Majority Women Employee-Owned. Empowered by Everyone to Transform Lives. **Overview**# ***We are seeking compassionate and skilled Support Professionals to join our team that have availability to work 1st shift (6am/7am-3pm) as well as rotating weekends year round. Competitive pay starting at $21/hr with a full benefits package.*** Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you enjoy guiding and supporting individuals in a therapeutic, team-based environment? **Genesee Lake School**, a MyPath Company, provides residential, educational, and community-based services for children and young adults with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Our mission is to promote growth, independence, and a high quality of life for the individuals we serve. **Job Summary:** We are currently seeking a **Support Professional** to provide direct care, academic support, and positive engagement for students throughout school and program settings. This year-round position supports students during classroom hours Monday–Friday and transitions to program support during non-school days (such as spring/winter breaks and early release days). The Support Professional plays a critical role in promoting student safety, participation, skill-building, and overall development across school, residential, and community settings. **Key Responsibilities:** **Program & Student Life Support*** Supervise and engage students in living, activity, and community settings* Support daily living skills including hygiene, recreation, budgeting, and social skills* Model and reinforce positive behavior in accordance with each student’s ITP and IEP* Complete required documentation (incident reports, data sheets, shift summaries, etc.)* Promote health and safety by enforcing site procedures and maintaining a clean environment. **Classroom Support*** Assist classroom teachers with instructional and behavioral support* Follow lesson plans and IEP accommodations/modifications as directed* Use assistive and adaptive devices to enhance student learning* Collect and document academic and behavioral data* Provide one-on-one or small group support to foster academic and social development* Help implement virtual learning when applicable **Team Collaboration & Professional Conduct*** Communicate effectively with education, clinical, and program staff* Participate in meetings, trainings, and professional development* Use safe and approved de-escalation techniques when necessary* Uphold MyPath's values through respectful, proactive, and collaborative conduct **Schedule*** Monday through Friday 6/7:00am – 2/3:00pm and rotating weekends.* Program support coverage before/after school, on non-school days and early release days.* Flexibility to work in different classrooms based on daily scheduling needs**Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package** At **Genesee Lake School**, a MyPath Company, we are committed to supporting our employees' well-being, financial security, and professional growth. Our benefits package includes: **Financial & Retirement Benefits*** 401(k) Retirement Plan with MyPath Financial Wellness Resources* Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)* On-demand Access to Earned Wages* Student Loan Pay Down Assistance* Tuition Reimbursement **Health & Wellness*** Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)* Life & Disability Insurance* Voluntary Life Insurance Options* Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance* My Voyage Wellness Program **Work-Life Balance & Additional Perks*** Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* Childcare Search Assistance* Employee Discount Program via PerkSpot* Pet Insurance Discount We value our employees and are dedicated to providing meaningful benefits that enhance our owners lives. **Qualifications:** **Education & Experience:*** High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Education, or related field preferred* Minimum 1 year of experience working in an educational setting serving students with disabilities**Required Skills & Attributes:*** Ability to maintain a calm and effective demeanor in emergency and stressful situations.* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.* Ability to work independently and as part of a team to deliver high-quality care.* Ability to effectively implement approved physical intervention techniques. **Additional Requirements:*** Must be at least **21 years old**.* Must possess a valid **Driver's License** and have an acceptable driving record.* Willingness to work with residents in a variety of settings, including community outingsAre you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you enjoy guiding and supporting individuals in a therapeutic, team-based environment? **Genesee Lake School**, a MyPath Company, provides residential, educational, and community-based services for children and young adults with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Our mission is to promote growth, independence, and a high quality of life for the individuals we serve.