Community Support Specialist

Position Summary

The Community Support Specialist provides in-home and community-based support to individuals and families by assisting with benefits enrollment, resource navigation, and basic case management activities. This is an entry-level position, ideal for a student currently pursuing a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or a related human services degree who is seeking hands-on community experience.

• Part-Time: 28 hours per week

• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Thursday 10:00 AM–4:00 PM;
  Friday 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

• Pay: $18.00 per hour

• Mileage:
  Mileage reimbursement provided for approved work-related travel per organizational policy

• Provide in-home and community-based support to clients

• Assist with SNAP applications, benefits enrollment, and renewals

• Support clients with accessing community resources and public benefits (similar to benefits enrollment/navigation services)

• Conduct basic needs assessments and follow-up with clients

• Maintain timely, accurate documentation of services provided

• Coordinate with community agencies and service providers

• Maintain client confidentiality and professional boundaries

• Attend supervision, team meetings, and required trainings

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW) or related field (human services, psychology, sociology, public health, etc.)

• Some experience providing community support or outreach (paid, volunteer, internship, or field placement experience accepted)

• Ability to self-regulate, manage time effectively, and work independently in the community

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license

• Ability to pass required background checks

• Exposure to case management, outreach, or client support work

• Familiarity with public benefits systems (SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, housing assistance, etc.)

• Experience working with diverse or underserved populations

• Resume

• Two letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak to the applicant’s community support, outreach, or client-facing experience (academic, professional, or volunteer supervisors accepted)