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Job Description

Job Description

Part-Time Community Support Staff (Youth – Age 17)

Position Type: Part-Time
Hours: 6 hours per week (with opportunity for additional hours as more positions become available in the area)

Position Overview:
We are seeking a reliable, patient, and supportive individual to work one-on-one with a 17-year-old youth who needs assistance accessing and participating in community activities. This role focuses on promoting independence, confidence, and positive social experiences in a safe and supportive manner. Does prefer to work with someone young.

Responsibilities Include:

• Supporting the individual with community access and participation (e.g., recreational activities, outings, skill-building activities)

• Encouraging social interaction and appropriate communication skills

• Assisting with planning and engaging in structured and meaningful activities

• Providing supervision and guidance to ensure safety in the community

• Offering positive reinforcement and emotional support

• Communicating professionally with the family and agency as needed

Qualifications:

• Dependable, patient, and compassionate

• Comfortable working with teens

• Ability to engage youth in positive, age-appropriate activities

• Reliable transportation preferred

• Ability to pass a DHS background check

• Prior experience in caregiving, youth work, or support services is a plus (not required)

Schedule & Hours:

• Approximately 6 hours per week
  
  
• Flexible scheduling

• Additional hours may be available as more positions open in the area

Why Join Us:

• Meaningful, rewarding work

• Flexible part-time hours

• Opportunity to increase hours over time

• Supportive team environment

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Compensation : $21.00-$22.00 per hour