Advanced Youth Treatment Specialist – 1st & 2nd Shift

Watertown, WI

Pay Range: $25.55 - $27.55

Are you passionate about helping youth overcome challenges, develop life skills, and build a brighter future? We are seeking dedicated, compassionate, and dependable Advanced Youth Treatment Specialists to join our team. This position works in a therapeutic milieu environment serving youth at a State Certified Youth Crisis Stabilization Facility (YCSF) serving male, female and gender non-conforming youth, ages 8-17.

In this role, you will provide structured support, mentorship, supervision, and guidance to youth in a treatment-focused setting. You will play an important role in creating a safe, supportive environment where young people can grow, build confidence, and develop the skills they need to succeed.

If you are patient, resilient, and committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of youth, we encourage you to apply!

What You'll Do

• Provide direct care, supervision, mentorship, and support to youth in a structured treatment environment.
• Build positive, professional relationships that encourage trust, accountability, and personal growth.
• Implement individualized treatment plans, behavioral interventions, and daily programming as directed.
• Support youth in developing emotional regulation, communication, conflict-resolution, and independent living skills.
• Monitor behavior, identify potential safety concerns, and respond appropriately to challenging situations.
• De-escalate behavioral crises using approved, trauma-informed techniques and established safety procedures.
• Document daily activities, behavioral observations, incidents, and progress accurately and promptly.
• Collaborate with treatment teams, supervisors, families, and other professionals to support individualized goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, structured, and therapeutic environment.
• Follow organizational policies, confidentiality requirements, licensing standards, and all applicable regulations.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with youth, adolescents, behavioral health, residential treatment, or related populations is preferred.
• A bachelor's degree in psychology, social work or human services and a minimum of one year of experience providing mental health services to youth ages 8-17 or a High School Diploma or equivalent with work experience and training equivalent to a bachelor's degree including a minimum of 4 years of experience providing mental health services to youth ages 8-17.
• Trained on the CBRF Registry (Fire Safety, Standard Precautions, First Aid and Choking, Medication Administration) preferred.
• Be at least 21 years old (at least 2 years older than the oldest resident).
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in stressful or emotionally challenging situations.
• A commitment to maintaining appropriate boundaries and treating every young person with dignity and respect.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong observation, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet the physical and other essential requirements of the position, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.
• Willingness to complete required training and maintain all necessary certifications.

Why Join Our Team?

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth.
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Professional development and opportunities to strengthen your skills.
• Training in youth care, behavioral support, crisis prevention, and trauma-informed practices, as applicable.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
• Benefits include: paid time off, health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, retirement plan, 403b and more.

The Ideal Candidate

You are someone who understands that progress takes patience, consistency, and compassion. You can set appropriate boundaries while building meaningful connections, respond to challenging behaviors with professionalism, and celebrate the small victories that lead to lasting change.

You don't just want a job — you want to be part of something that matters.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're ready to help youth build confidence, develop positive coping skills, and work toward a brighter future, we want to hear from you!

Apply today to join our team as an Advanced Youth Treatment Specialist.

Wisconsin Community Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status

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