Community Skills Provider

Help children build confidence, connection, and independence in their communities. Community Skills Support Providers work directly with children and youth to help them build meaningful connections and develop skills that support emotional growth, independence, and overall well-being. By offering individualized, relationship-based support in real-world community settings, you help children practice coping strategies, social skills, and problem-solving in ways that feel relevant and empowering. This role supplements existing mental health and developmental services and plays an important part in helping children translate treatment goals into everyday success.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one, community-based support to children and youth up to age 22.
• Support individuals in working toward treatment goals through structured, skill-building activities in community settings.
• Maintain active supervision while establishing clear, consistent boundaries.
• Build trusting, supportive relationships that promote engagement and progress.
• Encourage participation in positive community activities that align with individual interests and strengths.
• Reinforce coping strategies and social skills introduced through other services.
• Communicate regularly with supervisors and team members regarding progress and concerns.
• Complete required documentation accurately and within established timeframes.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Relevant experience working with children or youth in community, educational, or human services settings preferred.

Knowledge and Competencies

• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage positively with children, youth, and families.
• Compassionate, patient, and understanding approach when supporting people with diverse needs.
• Flexibility and adaptability when responding to changing situations and individual goals.
• Ability to establish and maintain clear, consistent boundaries in community-based settings.
• Strengths-based mindset that supports skill development and positive community engagement.
• Ability to provide active supervision while fostering independence.
• Basic understanding of behavioral, emotional, or developmental challenges preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and access to a safe, reliable vehicle.

Compensation and Benefits:
This part time / hourly position offers an hourly rate of $19.06/hr. and excellent benefits. Part-time regular positions receive 12 days’ vacation and 12 days sick time annually - prorated based on standard hours.

To Apply: We encourage applicants to apply via the WCMHS website Careers page. WCMHS strives to make our application process accessible to all. If you need language assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at [email protected] or 802-229-1399.

Washington County Mental Health Services is an equal opportunity employer. Grounded in our understanding that diversity makes our organization stronger, we are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace and services. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, health care coverage status, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About the Agency:
For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington, and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment of individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care. Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”