Youth Support Partner

Job Summary

To provide engagement and support to youth, the part-time Youth Support Partner will work remotely to mentor, advocate, and empower assigned youth while collaborating with caregivers and community services to enhance placement stability and wellbeing.

Key responsibilities

• Engage and develop rapport with youth to encourage buy-in to their case plans
• Provide crisis management and intervention as needed while functioning as a member of a case management team
• Empower youth in self-advocacy and personal development through mentoring and modeling

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with adolescents in a supportive role
• Lived or personal experience with DCBS, DJJ, or healthcare required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and excellent communication skills
• Valid Driver's License and ability to meet credentialing and background check requirements