Job Description
Youth Counselor (Summer Only) Change a Life This Summer!
Homme Youth & Family Programs | Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI
Location:
Wittenberg, WI
Pay:
$18.50/hr (MonFri) $20.50/hr (Weekends)
Schedule:
Fulltime, Summer Only 8 AM10 PM Every other weekend required
Housing:
Subsidized, onsite dorm housing available
Do More Than a JobChange a Life
At Homme Youth and Family Programs, we provide traumainformed 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 perspectiveyou belong here.
Youth Counselor What You'll Do
As a Youth Counselor, you'll work directly with residents (primarily males ages 1015), 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
Why You'll Love Working Here
As part of
Lutheran Social Services , you'll receive exceptional training, benefits, and support:
Benefits
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 traumainformed care and evidencebased practices
403(b) retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program
Service awards & recognition
What We're Looking For
Required:
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
Preferred:
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
Work Environment
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.
Make This Summer Count
If you've ever wanted a role where your presence truly mattersthis 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).
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Job Details
Posted Date:
March 22, 2026
Job Type:
Technology
Location:
Wittenberg, Wisconsin, 54499, United States
Company:
Lutheran Social Services of WI & UP MI
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Don't miss this opportunity! Apply now and join our team.