Youth Support Specialist — 1st Shift, Weekends

1210 Genesee Lake School Oconomowoc Development Training Center of Wisconsin LLC; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Genesee Lake School is seeking compassionate Support Professionals for 1st shift (6am/7am-3pm) with rotating weekends. The role involves direct care, academic support, and positive engagement for students across school, residential, and community settings.

We offer a full benefits package and opportunities to contribute to a therapeutic, team-based environment focused on growth and independence for children and young adults with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges.

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.
• Ability to maintain a calm and effective demeanor in emergency and stressful situations.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License and have an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, academic support, and positive engagement for students across school, residential, and community settings.
• 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 according to each student’s ITP/IEP.
• Complete required documentation (incident reports, data sheets, shift summaries).
• Assist classroom teachers with instructional and behavioral support; follow lesson plans and IEP accommodations.

Skills

Strong communication

Calm under pressure

Driver's license

Team collaboration

Ability to implement interventions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Genesee Lake School is seeking compassionate Support Professionals for 1st shift (6am/7am-3pm) with rotating weekends. The role involves direct care, academic support, and positive engagement for students across school, residential, and community settings.

We offer a full benefits package and opportunities to contribute to a therapeutic, team-based environment focused on growth and independence for children and young adults with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges.