Risk Youth Detention Support Specialist
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Social Work
Youth Development, Community Health
At‑Risk Youth Home Detention Support Specialist
Professional Services Group, Inc. is hiring for the Youth Worker in our Monitored Home Detention (MHD) / Electronic Leg Monitoring (ELM) Programs.
Job SummaryPSG is a community‑based social services organization dedicated to our mission of helping individuals and families achieve their greatest potential through dynamic, innovative, and culturally responsive programming.
We are seeking a dedicated individual to fill the role of Youth Worker in our Monitored Home Detention / Electronic Leg Monitoring (MHD/ELM) programs. As the MHD/ELM Youth Worker, you will be responsible for ensuring youth compliance with court‑ordered restrictions by completing daily home and/or school visits.
Key Responsibilities- Monitor client compliance by conducting daily in‑person home visits or school checks.
- Monitor school attendance, performance, and behavior and report on behavioral summary.
- Report client behavior to Juvenile Court, Kenosha County Department of Child and Family Services, and/or Juvenile Court Intake.
- Prepare behavioral summary for court appearances.
- Attend all court hearings as requested and file court summaries.
- Conduct random urine analysis testing as required by court order.
- Assist in setup and monitoring of youth referred for Electronic Leg Monitoring services.
- De‑escalate crisis situations with youth and families in an appropriate manner.
Kenosha, WI. Local travel is required to meet youth and families at home or other placement settings and community spaces, with mileage reimbursement.
ScheduleFull‑time 40 hours per week Monday‑Friday. Schedule will include some evenings and occasional weekends as needed.
Benefits- Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Work culture that values not only the health and well‑being of the clients we serve, but also our staff.
- Opportunities for advancement and professional development.
- Competitive benefits package, including paid time off and company holidays; health, vision, dental, and life insurance; short‑term disability; 401(k) and profit sharing; pet insurance; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- One of our health insurance plans is now offered with no monthly premium.
$20.00 per hour
Requirements- Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related field.
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/Disability/Protected veteran status.
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