JOB REQUIREMENTS: To apply for this position, scroll down to the bottom of this page and click the button that reads: \"APPLY NOW\" Returning Applicant? Login Now Start Over with Job Search Wisconsin Community Services is an ). Lead Youth Treatment Specialist - Jefferson County Youth Residential Program Job Code:2023-SPECIALI-040 Location:Jefferson Department:Residential Treatment Center FT/PT Status:Full Time Job Responsibilities: Lead Youth Treatment Specialist Specialized Services Division - Jefferson County Youth Crisis Stabilization Facility Wisconsin Community Services (WCS) Position Summary: The Lead Youth Treatment Specialist provides two essential roles within the Youth Crisis Stabilization Program. The first role is being responsible for direct care, nurturing and supervision of the residents. This includesproviding supervision of the youth placed in the program. Responsible for implementing the daily schedule of activities. Provide group educational activities, recreational activities, follow up individually with youth, serve as a mentor and role model for youth. The second role is being a shift lead to ensure staff are trained, staff are meeting the needs of the youth, and all staff are following the policies/procedures of the Youth Crisis Stabilization Program. Essential Functions: Youth Treatment Specialist Duties: Serve as a treatment specialist in the milieu supporting therapeutic interactions by coaching skill use throughout activities, modeling appropriate behavior, teaching, and reinforcing use and generalization of skills through a token economy system. Use evidence based best practices for youth with mental health, substance use and life needs. This includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma informed care, motivational interviewing, youth centered and culturally reverent approaches while celebrating youth\'s development and identity. Use motivation and engagement strategies to encourage youth involved in systems such as court services and Department of Children and Families to participate in treatment programming and involvement in program activities. Always provide active sight and sound supervision to youth and families with complex needs. Assess youth behavior for risk to self or others and behavioral changes within the treatment milieu and communicate with clinical staff regarding appropriate support as needed. Calmly and responsibly respond during crisis situations and intervene to de-escalate using trained and approved methods and techniques of verbal and physical intervention to maintain safety in the environment. Attend clinical supervision as required in DHS 34. Maintain confidentiality within all written and verbal communications. Adhere to state licensing and County requirements. Adhere to WCS Policies and Procedures. Other duties as assigned. Lead Duties: Responsible for training new staff, being a... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Disability/Vet) ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/C9709E2B58B047A2