Implement and deliver a comprehensive DBT program for justice-involved youth through group facilitation and real-time coaching. Maintain clinical documentation and collaborate with a consultation team to ensure model fidelity and youth progress.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of experience supporting youth in social work, psychology, or human services. Must be a Wisconsin resident with a valid driver's license and the ability to travel 40% of the time.
high schoolPatient AssessmentClinical DocumentationCrisis ManagementGroup FacilitationInterpersonal RelationshipsInterpersonal EffectivenessMindfulnessDistress ToleranceEmotion RegulationDialectical Behavior TherapyYouth CounselingPsychiatric Social Work
Job description
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Closing Date
June 10th, 2026, or upon receipt of the first 50 applicant submissions Dialectical Behavior Therapist Skills Facilitator Children, Youth, and Family Services Hourly Range: $25.37 - $38.03
Job Summary
The Dialectical Behavior Therapist (DBT) Skills Facilitator is responsible for implementing and delivering the comprehensive DBT program for justice-involved youth. The objective is to teach and coach youth in the application of DBT skills (Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness) to reduce high-risk behaviors and improve emotional regulation.
Position
Duties: Co-facilitate weekly DBT skills training groups for adolescents at the secure treatment center and community partner organization. Provide structured, in-the-moment coaching to youth promoting generalization of DBT skills to real-life situations and managing crises. Actively participate in the weekly DBT consultation team to ensure fidelity to the model and enhance provider competence as well as motivation. Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation as well as communicate with the clinical team, security staff, and external partners regarding youth progress. Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
Competitive Benefit Package
Minimum
Education and
Experience
Requirements: Current resident of Wisconsin Valid Wisconsin driver's License and access to a reliable insured vehicle; maintained throughout employment. High school diploma or GED equivalent is required. At least three (3) years of experience working with youth in a support role within a social work, psychology, human services, or closely related field is required. Able and willing to travel 40% of work time Able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25lbs as needed. Intermediate knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets.
Note
This position will be required to work from 10:00am to 7:00pm, Monday through Friday.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Group Facilitation, and Youth Justice experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of and skill in the application of ethics, theories, methods, practices, treatments and techniques of psychiatric social work and counseling; oral and written communication skills; knowledge of health services providing care to children and adolescents; knowledge of community resources in the area of health and social services and the ability to utilize them effectively; knowledge of mental disorders and diseases; knowledge of laws governing mental commitments; skill in interviewing patients and family members and accurately assessing their needs; ability to work as a member of a mental health or health care team; ability to work with people of all social, economic and educational levels; ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships; ability to work effectively and harmoniously with staff, patients, families, and agencies. NOTE: This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process. APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.
