Youth Counselor

Homme Youth and Family Programs (Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI) Full-Time | 2nd shift 2 PM - 10 PM $18.50/hr (Weekdays) | $20.50/hr (Weekends) 4-day work week | Every other weekend required

At Homme Youth and Family Programs, we provide treatment and care for children and adolescents facing severe trauma and delinquency. Our trauma-informed approach focuses on the whole person through structured schedules, therapy, spiritual care, education, and reintegration into the community.

We believe in creating a safe, trusting environment where youth can recover, grow, and thrive independently.

As a Youth Counselor
, you’ll work directly with residents (primarily males ages 10–15), serving as a positive role model and advocate.

Responsibilities include:

Maintaining sight and sound supervision

Recording observations and daily documentation

Supporting personal hygiene and safe living spaces

Transporting and escorting clients to activities and appointments

Preparing meals and supervising mealtimes

Communicating updates to parents, therapists, and professionals

Responding appropriately in times of crisis

You are:

Compassionate, strong, and patient

Firm with boundaries but flexible when needed

A lifelong learner open to on-the-job training

Knowledgeable about child development and trauma-informed care

Able to handle the demands of working with at-risk youth and families

Required:High School Diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving record

Preferred:Bachelor’s degree in Human Services (Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Law Enforcement, or related field)

Experience:1+ year in Human Services, crisis management, Mandt/CPI training (or ability to complete within 90 days)

Working for Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts (health & dependent care)

Paid time off: 80 hrs vacation + 64 hrs sick time

10 paid holidays

Subsidized on-site dorm-style housing

Paid training in trauma-informed care & evidence-based practices

403B retirement contributions

Employee assistance program

Service awards & recognition

Ability to stand/walk for 8+ hours, lift up to 25 lbs occasionally

Exposure to outdoor weather conditions during work hours

Must respond appropriately to crisis situations, including verbal/physical aggression

LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Yes . Daily local as required

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High School Diploma/ GED or better.

Driver's License