Community Support Specialist

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in our community? If so, Copper Shores Community Health Foundation invites you to apply for the position of Community Support Specialist in Hancock, Michigan. As a Community Support Specialist, you'll work directly with families throughout Houghton, Keweenaw, Baraga, and Ontonagon Counties, helping them build stronger, safer, and more stable home environments. You'll provide hands-on support with parenting, household management, and everyday life challenges while connecting families with resources to help them succeed. What We Offer. $19.50 – $24.00 per hour starting pay based on experience.Health, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage.Supplemental life and disability coverage.401(k) retirement plan.Paid time off.Mileage reimbursement based on the current IRS rate.Full-time, 40-hour per week position with flexible work schedule. Some weekend and evening hours are required. What Your Days Look Like. Build trusting relationships with families, providing hands-on guidance, encouragement, and support.Help families strengthen parenting skills, manage household responsibilities, develop budgets, and navigate challenges involving childcare, housing, nutrition, and employment.Meet with families, assess their needs and potential risks, and develop personalized service plans.Visit families in their homes and communities to provide practical life skills, parenting guidance, and support in maintaining a safe environment.Recognize family concerns or safety risks and take appropriate action, including coordinating with referral sources or protective services when necessary.Work with MDHHS, community organizations, and referral partners to coordinate services, monitor progress, and support positive outcomes.Provide transportation to clients when needed and participate in court proceedings related to client cases when requested.Maintain accurate case records and reports, meet MDHHS requirements, and participate in required training. What We Are Looking For. A positive, flexible approach and the ability to work independently.Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field such as Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Development and Family Studies, Counseling, Child and Family Services, or Criminal Justice.Experience or knowledge in crisis intervention, training, and program development recommended.Strong communication, organizational, and crisis intervention skills.A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and necessary vehicle insurance is required.Experience working with families is preferred, but not required. BECOME PART OF A TEAM dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. Apply online at coppershores.hirescore.com