Human Services Professional - Interactions and Skill Building Program

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. Over the years, LSS has grown to become one of the largest human service agencies in the two state area serving more than 125,000 clients annually. We are looking for passionate, mission-driven individuals like you to help provide services including outpatient behavioral health management, international, domestic and special needs adoptions, older adult services, support services for children, youth and families, community corrections programs and support services for adults with disabilities and/or mental health concerns.

Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives. Does this describe your personal mission statement? Are you motivated to serve by sharing your talents? If you would like to help us achieve our mission, please apply for the following opportunity.

• Title: Human Service Professional - Interactions & Skill Building Team

• Schedule: Part-time, 32 hours/week (Thursday-Sunday)

• Location: Eau Claire, WI & surrounding counties (remote option for documentation/admin tasks)

• Focus: Supervised visitation for children in out-of-home placement + parent education

• Provide supervised visits in office, client homes, or community settings

• Deliver parent education and psychoeducation (mental health, substance use, parenting)

• Participate in recovery teams and provide feedback on service delivery

• Promote client independence using trauma-informed, family-centered approaches

• Collaborate with service teams and supervisors to determine interventions

• Maintain accurate documentation and client records

• Testify in legal proceedings when required

• Attend staff development, supervision, and team meetings

• Flexible scheduling including evenings/weekends based on client needs

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a human services field (examples: Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Criminal Justice, Child Development, Special Education, etc.)

• Licenses: Valid driver's license + reliable transportation (MVR check required)

• Skills:

  • Strong communication and documentation abilities

  • Knowledge of counseling, casework, human behavior, and community resources

  • Computer proficiency (electronic health records, email, training systems)

• Comply with regulations, policies, and procedures

• Treat clients with dignity across diverse backgrounds

• Support LSS mission, vision, and values

• Use evidence-based practices approved by the agency

• Medical, dental, vision insurance

• Flexible spending accounts (health & dependent care)

• Mileage reimbursement

• Paid time off + 10 paid holidays

• 403B retirement contributions

• Annual raises prioritized

• Employee Assistance Program

• Service awards & recognition

• Community-based role (home, office, outdoors)

• Requires daily travel

• Moderate noise level, occasional crisis situations requiring calm response

This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting families, promoting independence, and working directly with children and parents in challenging circumstances.

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).