Community Support Specialist
About The Position
Community Skills Specialist (Life & Work Support Professional) Boone County Family Resources is a growing community-based agency supporting individuals with developmental disabilities to thrive , connect , and achieve their goals. If you’re passionate about helping youth build independence and life skills, this role offers meaningful work and long-term career growth. As a Community Skills Specialist , you’ll work primarily with high school–aged youth and young adults into early evening hours . You’ll provide one‑on‑one and group support in homes, workplaces, and community settings. Daily activities include: Teaching skills like cooking, budgeting, and using public transportation Supporting youth in exploring careers, building work skills, and finding jobs Helping individuals set and achieve personal goals Documenting progress using a web-based data system This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and empowering young people.
Requirements
- Ability to obtain a Class E Chauffeur’s License
- Access to a licensed and insured vehicle
- Strong communication, organization, and reliability
- Ability to pass background checks and drug screening
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred , not required
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred
Responsibilities
- Teaching skills like cooking, budgeting, and using public transportation
- Supporting youth in exploring careers, building work skills, and finding jobs
- Helping individuals set and achieve personal goals
- Documenting progress using a web-based data system
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
- Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Pension plan
- Life insurance
- Deferred Compensation 457(b) plans
- MOST Missouri 529 college savings plan
- Up to 5% pay increase after introductory period
- Eligible for some student loan forgiveness programs
- Vacation: 0–4 years: 2 weeks 5–9 years: 3 weeks 10–14 years: 4 weeks 15–19 years: 4.5 weeks 20+ years: 5 weeks
- Sick time accrued with no annual cap
- Annual personal and wellness days
- 11 paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
