Support Staff Youth Behavioral Support Salisbury Lower Shore

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development
• 1:1 Support Staff – Youth Behavioral Support (Direct Care – Salisbury Area)

• 📍
  
  Location:
  
  Wicomico, Worcester, and Somerset Counties
• 🕒 Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
• 💰 Salary Range: $18 - $25 per hour
• 🎯 Experience
  
  Required:
  
  1-2 years working with youth or behavioral health

We are seeking compassionate 1:1 Support Staff to provide direct supervision and emotional support for youth in out-of-home care throughout Wicomico, Worcester, and Somerset Counties. Your role will be to de-escalate conflicts, encourage positive behavior, and ensure a safe and supportive environment.

This is a contract-funded role under the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) requiring trauma-informed, individualized services for youth.

• ✔️ Supervise and support youth on a 1:1 basis
• ✔️ Use crisis de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement
• ✔️ Assist with daily activities, behavior coaching, and youth engagement
• ✔️ Maintain daily progress notes and service documentation
• ✔️ Ensure youth safety and comply with mandated reporting requirements

• 🔹 21+ years old with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• 🔹 High School Diploma/GED + 2 years experience OR Associate’s degree + 1 year in human services
• 🔹 Background check and fingerprinting required
• 🔹 Willingness to work flexible hours (some evenings/weekends)

• CPR and First Aid
• Crisis De-escalation (CPI or equivalent)
• Trauma‑Informed Care
• Mandated Reporter Training
• HIPAA / Confidentiality
• DHS onboarding & orientation

Training assistance or reimbursement is available if not already certified.

All staff must complete two (2) in-service trainings annually, covering topics such as:

• Child Safety
• Youth Engagement Strategies
• Executive Skills Coaching
• Advanced De-escalation

• ✅ Paid training & certification support
• ✅ Flexible scheduling (full or part-time)
• ✅ Health insurance options (for eligible roles)
• ✅ Career advancement opportunities