Trauma-Informed Youth & Family Support Specialist

Ozark Center; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ozark Center is seeking a Community Support Specialist to assist children and youth with behavioral health needs, supporting access to psychiatric, medical, educational and social services. The role emphasizes trauma‑informed care and a warm, hopeful approach to empower families and individuals to progress within Ozark Center’s care systems.

The CSS works with clients from birth to 25 years old who may have serious emotional disturbances or co-occurring substance use issues, collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field (e.g., social work, psychology, nursing, education).
• Or four-year combination of higher education and qualifying experience.
• Or four-year degree plus two years of qualifying experience.
• Or Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support from an approved institution.
• Or four years of qualifying experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ongoing assessment and treatment plan development for children and youth.
• Join interagency/interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely, coordinated service delivery.
• Assist clients in accessing community resources across social, educational, vocational, and recreational areas.
• Provide back-up support to families/guardians regarding client needs.
• Deliver direct services such as teaching, coaching, problem-solving and crisis management; document accordingly.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services field

Four-year combination of higher education and qualifying experience

Four-year degree + two years qualifying experience

Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support

Four years of qualifying experience

Job description

Ozark Center is seeking a Community Support Specialist to assist children and youth with behavioral health needs, supporting access to psychiatric, medical, educational and social services. The role emphasizes trauma‑informed care and a warm, hopeful approach to empower families and individuals to progress within Ozark Center’s care systems.

The CSS works with clients from birth to 25 years old who may have serious emotional disturbances or co-occurring substance use issues, collaborating with