Youth Support Partner / High Fidelity Wraparound

Easterseals PORT•Statesville, NC

1d•$18 - $19

About The Position

Do you have a passion for using your lived experiences to make a difference in the lives of at-risk youth? At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We’re seeking a full-time Wraparound Youth Support Partner in the Davie & Davidson County area to become an essential part of a caring, community-focused team. Together, we transform lives by delivering services that empower youth and families to overcome challenges and build brighter futures. Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row! Your Role in Our Mission As a Youth Support Partner, you will learn and apply the High-Fidelity Wraparound (HFW) model. In this role, you’ll use your personal journey and lived experience to mentor youth, amplify their voices, and guide them in building confidence, healthy relationships, and positive life goals. You will meet with youth in homes and communities, support family collaboration, and connect them to meaningful resources. Why Join Us? As a part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive! You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development as you work alongside leaders of clinical excellence in mental health and substance use services that care about your success. This full-time position offers a flexible schedule primarily business hours, but does include 3pm - 7pm to accommodate the family’s schedules as needed. The service area consists of: Davie county, Davidson county, and surrounding areas We also offer a full benefits package for benefits-eligible positions. Compensation & Benefits Competitive hourly rate: $18.24 to $18.75 for this full-time non-exempt position Generous paid time off and paid holidays Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits Life and Disability Insurance (company paid) 403(b) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program and legal services support Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer Supervision for licensure What We’re Looking For You must be between the ages of 21 and 32 (NCHFWTP requirement) You must have personal lived experience as an adolescent who received services for mental health or substance use challenges before the age of 21 Bachelor’s degree in a human services field OR Associate degree in a human services field and one (1) year experience working with youth OR High School diploma / GED with a minimum of four (4) years of working with Youth. Experience navigating child and family-serving systems Willingness to provide community and home-based support, participate in crisis phone rotation, and link youth to resources Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and a good driving record Ready to Apply? Join a team where work isn’t just something you do — it’s a purpose. Bring your expertise to a mission that matters. Apply now at www.eastersealsPORT.com or send your resume to recruiter@eastersealsPORT.com . About Easterseals PORT Health Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia. Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization. Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!

Requirements

You must be between the ages of 21 and 32 (NCHFWTP requirement)
You must have personal lived experience as an adolescent who received services for mental health or substance use challenges before the age of 21
Bachelor’s degree in a human services field OR Associate degree in a human services field and one (1) year experience working with youth OR High School diploma / GED with a minimum of four (4) years of working with Youth.
Experience navigating child and family-serving systems
Willingness to provide community and home-based support, participate in crisis phone rotation, and link youth to resources
Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and a good driving record

Responsibilities

Mentor youth.
Amplify youth voices.
Guide youth in building confidence, healthy relationships, and positive life goals.
Meet with youth in homes and communities.
Support family collaboration.
Connect youth to meaningful resources.