Youth Counselor Summer Position
Wittenberg, WI - USA
Job Summary
Youth Counselor (Summer Only) Change a Life This Summer!
Homme Youth & Family Programs Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI
Location: Wittenberg WI
Pay: $18.50/hr (MonFri) $20.50/hr (Weekends)
Schedule: Fullâtime Summer Only 8 AM10 PM Every other weekend required
Housing: Subsidized onâsite dorm housing available
Do More Than a JobChange a Life
Youth Counselor What Youll Do
- Maintain sight-and-sound supervision at all times
- Support daily routines structured activities and therapeutic programming
- Monitor hygiene living areas and safety (including contraband checks)
- Document daily observations behaviors and incident reports
- Transport youth to appointments school and activities
- Assist or supervise during meals
- Update parents social workers therapists and other professionals
- Respond appropriately during crisis situations including verbal/physical aggression
Why Youll Love Working Here
As part of Lutheran Social Services youll receive exceptional training benefits and support:
Benefits
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- Health & dependent care FSA
- Paid time off (vacation sick)
- Ten paid holidays
- Subsidized dormâstyle housing on campus
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid training in traumaâinformed care and evidenceâbased practices
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Service awards & recognition
What Were Looking For
Required:
- 20 years old
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid drivers license and reliable vehicle
- Ability to complete Mandt & CPI training within 90 days
- Ability to stand/walk for long periods and manage moderate physical demands
Preferred:
- Bachelors degree in Human Services (Social Work Psychology Sociology Criminal Justice etc.)
- 1 year of experience in human services residential care or working with atârisk youth
- Experience in crisis management Mandt or CPI
Work Environment
Youll work in a community-like setting and may be exposed to:
- Outdoor weather conditions
- Moderate noise levels
- Situations requiring crisis response and behavioral intervention
Travel up to 25% may be required including occasional overnights.
Make This Summer Count
Apply today!
Lutheran Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Key Skills
About Company
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan provides a wide range of social services to people of all faiths and backgrounds.