Youth Counselor

Youth Counselor – Weekends OnlyDo more than a job. Change a life.

Homme Youth and Family Programs (Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI) Part-time| Weekends, every Saturday and Sunday (8 AM - 8 PM) ???? $20.50/hr

About Us

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.

What You’ll Do

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

Who We’re Looking For

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

Qualifications

• 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)

Benefits

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

• Mileage reimbursement

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

• 403B retirement contributions

• Employee assistance program

• Service awards & recognition

Physical Demands & Work Environment

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

• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions during work hours

• Moderate noise level, community-like atmosphere

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

LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help change lives.