Community Support Specialist - Youth

About the role

Make a difference where it matters most — in the lives of children and their families. As a Community Support Specialist – Youth, you’ll provide personalized, in‑home and community‑based support, helping young people and their caregivers build resilience, navigate challenges, and create lasting change. This role is ideal for someone passionate about children’s mental health, who enjoys hands‑on community work and thrives on building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strengths‑based, holistic services to youth and families based on individualized Wellness Plans.
• Support family engagement and participation in the treatment process.
• Provide coaching, skill‑building, and access to community resources.
• Collaborate with school staff, healthcare providers, and other child‑serving systems.
• Offer crisis support when needed and assist in developing safety plans.
• Communicate regularly with the client’s integrated care team.
• Document services accurately and timely in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Travel within the community to meet with clients and families in their homes.
• Flex schedule based on client needs, including some evenings and weekends.

Requirements

• High School/GED required.
• Associate’s* or Bachelor’s degree in a human‑service‑related field preferred.
• Qualified addiction professional; or Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from an accredited U.S. institution; or any four‑year degree or combination of education and qualifying experience; or four years of qualifying experience; or Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support.
• Qualifying experience must include delivery of services to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license and agency‑established minimum automobile coverage.

Ideal Candidate

• Both experienced and new to the human services field are welcome to apply.
• Bring compassion, patience, and energy to every interaction.
• Comfortable working in the field and meeting families in their homes or community settings.
• Thrive in a role that balances teamwork with independence.
• Communicate clearly and build trust with clients, families, and professional partners.
• Adaptable, solution‑focused, and motivated by making a difference in the lives of others.

Schedule

Flex your schedule based on client needs, with some evenings and weekends required.