Youth & Young Adult Support Specialist (Pittsburgh)

Delta-T Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Grow professionally

Access to client opportunities

Job summary

Delta-T Group is seeking Support Specialists for Young Adults in downtown Pittsburgh, PA. Compensation is up to $20/hr as an independent contractor. Shift pattern is Monday–Friday 10a–7p, with occasional flexibility required.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, at least one year working with youth, and valid clearance including Act 33/34 & FBI, plus a valid driver's license and vehicle. Opportunities to grow professionally are available.

Qualifications

• Provide support to young adults transitioning out of the foster care system or who are experiencing unstable housing.
• Establish rapport with youth, evaluate their needs, address challenges and celebrate successes.
• Encourage program participation. May require transporting youth to appointments and activities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support young adults in Pittsburgh with housing, education and access to services.
• Build trust, assess needs, and help coordinate transportation to appointments.
• Advocate for participants and document progress per program guidelines.

Skills

Youth engagement

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Delta-T Group is seeking Support Specialists for Young Adults in downtown Pittsburgh, PA. Compensation is up to $20/hr as an independent contractor. Shift pattern is Monday–Friday 10a–7p, with occasional flexibility required.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, at least one year working with youth, and valid clearance including Act 33/34 & FBI, plus a valid driver's license and vehicle. Opportunities to grow professionally are available.