Youth 1:1 Behavioral Support Specialist

Behavioral Health; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training and certification

Flexible scheduling

Mileage reimbursement

Health insurance options

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Wise Minds Therapeutic Services LLC is seeking compassionate Community-Based One-to-One Support Staff to provide direct supervision, mentoring, behavioral support, and life skills coaching to youth across Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

This role focuses on safety, stability, and emotional well-being, working with clinical leadership to implement individualized service plans in home and community settings, and to support youths in developing social, coping, and daily living skills.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience with youth, behavioral health, or human services.
• Must be 21+ with a valid driver\'s license and reliable transportation.
• CJIS/CPS clearance and sex offender registry screening required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one supervision and support to youth in home, school, and community settings.
• Model appropriate social, coping, and communication skills.
• Assist youth in developing independence, emotional regulation, and daily living skills.
• Accompany youth to appointments, activities, and community programs as needed.
• Maintain professional boundaries using a trauma-informed approach.
• Document progress and communicate with supervisors regarding youth progress.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Youth experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates degree

Job description

Wise Minds Therapeutic Services LLC is seeking compassionate Community-Based One-to-One Support Staff to provide direct supervision, mentoring, behavioral support, and life skills coaching to youth across Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

This role focuses on safety, stability, and emotional well-being, working with clinical leadership to implement individualized service plans in home and community settings, and to support youths in developing social, coping, and daily living skills.