Youth Community Support & CPST Specialist

The Guidance Center; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

KPERS retirement

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Flexible schedules

Job summary

The Guidance Center in Leavenworth, KS seeks a Youth Community Support Specialist to deliver CPST to children and youth in homes and community settings. Evenings required (1+ day per week after 5 p.m.).

You will work with an interdisciplinary team to plan and implement client-centered care and help families navigate services. We offer a competitive hourly rate and a benefits package including health, retirement, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; social work/psychology/human services preferred.
• One year of volunteer or paid experience in the community required.
• Equal opportunity employer; prohibits discrimination per laws.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in identifying strengths, needs, and goals for community living.
• Participate in treatment planning with clients and providers.
• Support clients toward goal attainment across life domains.
• Engage in assertive outreach to maintain client relationships.
• Help locate and use resources to meet defined goals.
• Transport clients to appointments when needed.
• Coordinate among service providers to implement treatment plans.
• Advocate for clients to overcome barriers.
• Provide response and support during emergencies.
• Support clients in managing symptoms.

Skills

Community support

Outreach

Advocacy

Home visits

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work/related field

Job description

The Guidance Center in Leavenworth, KS seeks a Youth Community Support Specialist to deliver CPST to children and youth in homes and community settings. Evenings required (1+ day per week after 5 p.m.).

You will work with an interdisciplinary team to plan and implement client-centered care and help families navigate services. We offer a competitive hourly rate and a benefits package including health, retirement, and PTO.