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Posted 29 July, 2026

Youth Counselor

Lutheran Social Services of WI & UP MI
Marion, WI, US Full Time

Job Description

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Youth Counselor – 2nd Shift\n

Do more than a job. Change a life.

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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

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About Us\n

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.

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

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What You'll Do\n

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:

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    Maintaining sight and sound supervision

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    Recording observations and daily documentation

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    Supporting personal hygiene and safe living spaces

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    Transporting and escorting clients to activities and appointments

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    Preparing meals and supervising mealtimes

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    Communicating updates to parents, therapists, and professionals

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    Responding appropriately in times of crisis

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Who We're Looking For\n

You are:

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    Compassionate, strong, and patient

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    Firm with boundaries but flexible when needed

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    A lifelong learner open to on-the-job training

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    Knowledgeable about child development and trauma-informed care

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

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Qualifications\n
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    Required: High School Diploma or GED, valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record

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

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

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Benefits\n

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

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    Medical, dental, and vision insurance

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    Flexible spending accounts (health & dependent care)

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

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    10 paid holidays

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    Subsidized on-site dorm-style housing

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    Mileage reimbursement

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

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    403B retirement contributions

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    Employee assistance program

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    Service awards & recognition

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Physical Demands & Work Environment\n
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    Ability to stand/walk for 8+ hours, lift up to 25 lbs occasionally

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    Exposure to outdoor weather conditions during work hours

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    Moderate noise level, community-like atmosphere

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

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LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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

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