1:1 Support Staff – Youth Behavioral Support (Direct Care –Cumberland) - Full-time / Part-time

1:1 Support Staff – Youth Behavioral Support (Direct Care – Cumberland Area)

📍 Location: Allegany and Garrett Counties
🕒 Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
💰 Salary Range: $20 - $25 per hour
🎯 Experience Required: 1-2 years working with youth or behavioral health

About the Role:

Wise Minds Therapeutic Services is seeking compassionate 1:1 Support Staff to work with youth in out-of-home care across Allegany and Garrett Counties. Based in or near Cumberland, this role involves traveling to homes, schools, or community-based settings to provide structured emotional support, behavioral redirection, and safety supervision.

This is a contracted role under the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), ideal for those living in rural areas with a passion for helping youth succeed in challenging environments.

Key Responsibilities:

✔️ Supervise and support youth on a 1:1 basis
 ✔️ Use trauma-informed strategies to redirect behavior and de-escalate conflict
 ✔️ Support youth through coaching, modeling, and skill-building
 ✔️ Document services accurately and promptly
 ✔️ Maintain youth safety and comply with mandated reporting laws

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
🔹 Must pass background check and fingerprinting
🔹 Willingness to travel across remote or rural communities
🔹 Flexible schedule availability

📚 Required Training (Upon Hire):

🟢 Preferred but required after onboarding:

🔁 Ongoing Training Requirement:

All staff must complete two (2) in-service trainings per year, such as:

Perks & Benefits:

✅ Paid training & certification support
 ✅ Flexible full-time and part-time schedules
 ✅ Health insurance options (for eligible roles)
 ✅ Growth and leadership opportunities