Youth Support Specialist - Non profit

Public Equity Llc
  • Chicago, IL
  • Full-time
12 days ago

Job Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources

Youth Support Specialist


Public Equity | Youth Services | Full-Time


Position Summary


Public Equity is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and organized Youth Support Specialist to provide direct support and case management services to youth enrolled in our youth services program.


The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with youth, strong relationship-building skills, and a commitment to helping young people overcome barriers and access resources that support their personal growth, stability, and well-being.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Provide individualized support and case management to an assigned caseload of up to 30 youth.
  • Conduct outreach, build relationships, and maintain consistent engagement with participants.
  • Coordinate youth screenings, intakes, and follow-up appointments.
  • Connect youth and families with community resources, healthcare, insurance assistance, and supportive services.
  • Support youth groups, psychoeducation, and healing-centered activities.
  • Collaborate with the Lead Youth Specialist and clinical partners to coordinate participant services.
  • Maintain accurate case notes, participant records, and required documentation.
  • Follow organizational policies, confidentiality standards, and program requirements.
Qualifications:


  • Experience working with youth, families, or community-based programs.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and maintain accurate documentation.
  • Ability to build trusting relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and youth-centered services.
  • Experience in case management, youth development, behavioral health, or nonprofit services is preferred.
Why Join Public Equity?


Join a mission-driven organization committed to strengthening communities, supporting youth, and creating positive pathways for individuals and families through community-based services.


Employment Type: Full-Time

Numbers & Facts

LocationChicago, IL
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Behavioral Healthunmatched
  • Case Managementunmatched
  • Child and Youth Servicesunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Community Healthunmatched
  • Community Programsunmatched
  • Community Supportunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Nonprofitunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • Tuition Feesunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched

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