Youth Counselor - Summer Position

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.

Homme Youth & Family Programs | Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI
Location: Wittenberg, WI
Pay: $18.50/hr (Mon-Fri) * $20.50/hr (Weekends)
Schedule: Fulltime, Summer Only
* 8 AM-10 PM
* Every other weekend required
Housing: Subsidized, onsite dorm housing available

At Homme Youth and Family Programs, we provide trauma informed care and treatment for children and adolescents experiencing severe trauma, behavioral challenges, and delinquency. Our mission: help young people recover, grow, and thrive independently.

We're looking for compassionate, patient, emotionally strong individuals who want to make a real difference. If you believe in structure, boundaries, empathy, and seeing the world through a child's perspective-you belong here.

As a Youth Counselor, you'll work directly with residents (primarily males ages 10-15), helping create a safe, therapeutic and structured environment. You'll be a role model, support system, advocate, and trusted adult who helps guide youth toward healing and positive change.

Responsibilities include:

• 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

As part of Lutheran Social Services, you'll receive exceptional training, benefits, and support:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health & dependent care FSA
• Paid time off (vacation + sick)
• Ten paid holidays
• Subsidized dormstyle housing on campus
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid training in trauma informed care and evidence based practices
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Service awards & recognition

• 20+ years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's 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

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services (Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, etc.)
• 1+ year of experience in human services, residential care, or working with atrisk youth
• Experience in crisis management, Mandt, or CPI

You'll 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.

If you've ever wanted a role where your presence truly matters-this is it. Join us and help change the trajectory of a young person's life.

Apply today!
Lutheran Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).