Youth Support Specialist

Job Description:

Easterseals NH is seeking passionate Youth Support Specialists to join our team and support youth in reaching their full potential! Opportunities will be available in Manchester, Nashua and Concord.

Step into a meaningful career where you can make a lasting difference. In this role, you will build supportive, nurturing, and empowering relationships with adolescents as they transition into adulthood. As a key member of our Youth Transitional Services program, you will provide impactful, one-on-one support to adolescents with disabilities and at-risk youth—helping equip them with the skills and confidence needed for lifelong success.

You’ll serve as a trusted role model, fostering a compassionate and encouraging environment as youth work toward their goals. Whether you’re providing educational support, career guidance, life skills coaching, or promoting overall wellness, your work will help individuals grow, thrive, and successfully engage in their communities.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must be 18 years or older

• Possess a High School Diploma or GED

• Two years of work history

• Ability to transport student in your personal vehicle, a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Compensation: $20-$23 hourly, based upon experience and education. 

Opportunity to earn a $0.50 pay increase at 3 months, 6 months, and 8 months of employment—up to a total of $1.50—through our Career Ladder Program!

Hours: Monday – Friday, 1st shift, 30 hours per week and benefit eligible.

What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability

• PTO begins accruing on your first day!

• Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice. For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.

• 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%

• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment

• Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment

• Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation

We are proud to be a recovery-friendly workplace and a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.

To apply, please submit your application using the blue "Apply Now" button. Have questions about the role? Schedule time to chat with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, John: www.calendly.com/eastersealsnh-john/15min  

Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact John at 603.851.2694 or joneil@eastersealsnh.org

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