Youth Treatment Specialist

JOB REQUIREMENTS: About the Role The Youth Treatment Specialist works in a therapeutic milieu at the Matz Center, a state-certified Youth Crisis Stabilization Facility (YCSF) serving up to eight youth, ages 817, of all genders. Youth may reside at the facility for up to 30 days while receiving support during a mental health crisis. Working with a staff-to-youth ratio of up to one staff member to four youth, you will provide active sight-and-sound supervision, implement daily programming, model positive behaviors, and help youth practice skills that support emotional well-being, healthy relationships, and daily living. You will play an important role in maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment where every young person is treated with dignity. What You'll Do Serve as a positive role model, teaching and reinforcing healthy behaviors, coping strategies, and daily living skills. Build therapeutic relationships while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. Encourage youth participation in treatment activities through motivation, engagement, and positive reinforcement. Recognize and affirm each youth's identity, culture, strengths, and individual needs. Provide Therapeutic Programming Support evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and youth-centered care. Co-facilitate groups and activities focused on emotional regulation, healthy relationships, independent living, and personal development. Organize and supervise recreational activities, creative projects, clubs, educational activities, and community outings. Support schoolwork and learning activities using a therapeutic, encouraging approach. Help youth practice and generalize new skills throughout their daily routines. Maintain Safety & Respond to Crisis Provide active sight-and-sound supervision of youth in accordance with program requirements. Recognize behavioral changes and potential risks to self or others, promptly communicating concerns to supervisory and clinical staff. Respond calmly and professionally to crisis situations using approved prevention and de-escalation techniques. Apply Principles of Stabilization and Control (POSC) training, including physical intervention only when permitted, appropriately trained, and necessary under applicable policies and safety requirements. Maintain a structured, supportive environment that prioritizes the safety and well-being of youth and staff. Support Daily Living & Program Operations Assist youth with personal hygiene, laundry, chores, meals, and other activities of daily living. Administer medications in accordance with required training, CBRF procedures, and applicable policies. Support family visits, professional appointments, and scheduled phone calls. Maintain accurate electronic documentation, including youth logs, observations, participation, and incident reports. Assist with meals, laundry, building cleanliness, and general organization. Protect confidential information and follow WCS policies, procedures, and applicable state licensing requirements. Collaborate & Grow Professionally Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, clinical staff, families, and community partners. Attend required staff meetings, team meetings, clinical staffing, supervision, and ongoing training. Participate in required clinical supervision consistent with applicable DHS 34 requirements. Contribute to a collaborative team committed to high-quality, consistent, youth-centered care. 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. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://talentwire.org/aR3OzF?rf=DCICONSULT