Community Support Specialist

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Location:

Essex County, New Jersey (Community-Based)
Position Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

Schedule:

Part-Time / Flexible
Compensation: $20–$30 per hour, based on role, experience, and program

Reports To:

Program Manager / Operations Manager

Brothers Building A Better Nation (BBABN) is a Newark-based nonprofit organization dedicated to dismantling systemic barriers that impact children, youth, and families. BBABN provides community-centered mentorship, tutoring, wellness, enrichment, and supportive services designed to promote stability, growth, and opportunity.

In addition to Medicaid-funded behavioral health services, BBABN offers non-Medicaid, community-based programming focused on education, mentorship, wellness, and holistic development.
BBABN serves only youth and families located in Essex County, New Jersey.

The Community Support Specialist (CSS) provides non-clinical, non-Medicaid services to youth and families participating in BBABN programs. This role supports youth development, academic success, wellness, and life skills through structured, strengths-based activities delivered in community settings.

Community Support Specialists may serve in various capacities, including but not limited to:

• Youth Mentor
• Academic Tutor
• Workshop Facilitator
• Yoga or Wellness Instructor
• Arts, Fitness, or Life-Skills Facilitator

This position is ideal for individuals passionate about community engagement, youth development, education, and holistic wellness.

Program & Direct Service Delivery

• Facilitate mentorship, tutoring, wellness, or enrichment activities aligned with BBABN program goals
• Support youth development through structured, age-appropriate activities
• Serve as a positive role model and support youth engagement and participation
• Deliver services in community-based settings throughout Essex County (community centers, schools, parks, etc.)

Engagement & Relationship Building

• Build positive, supportive relationships with youth and families
• Encourage participation, consistency, and goal-setting
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with families and staff

Documentation & Accountability

• Complete required attendance logs, session summaries, or program documentation
• Submit documentation in a timely manner according to BBABN guidelines
• Track participation and engagement as required by program funders

Collaboration & Professional Conduct

• Collaborate with BBABN program staff and leadership
• Participate in orientation, training, or check-ins as required
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and ethical conduct
• Adhere to BBABN policies, confidentiality standards, and mandated reporting requirements

• High school diploma or GED (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, depending on role)
• Experience working with youth, families, or community groups (professional, volunteer, or lived experience)
• Active, clean driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to travel throughout Essex County only
• Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills

• Background in mentoring, tutoring, education, wellness, fitness, yoga, arts, or youth development
• Experience facilitating groups or workshops
• Certifications relevant to role (e.g., tutoring credentials, yoga certification, coaching license)
• Bilingual abilities (preferred but not required)

$20–$30 per hour, depending on program, role, and experience
This is a 1099 independent contractor position
Contractors are responsible for their own taxes, benefits, and insurance
Flexible scheduling based on program needs and availability

Community-based work within Essex County
After-school, evening, and occasional weekend hours may be required
Administrative documentation completed remotely

• Opportunity to make a direct impact in your community
• Flexible, program-based work aligned with your skills and interests
• Supportive team environment and mission-driven culture
• Chance to contribute to youth development, wellness, and community stability

• Resume
• Brief description of skills or services you offer (e.g., mentoring, tutoring, wellness instruction)