Community Skills Provider WCMHS is seeking a Community Skills Provider to 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. Summary of Duties 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 timeframe Compensation and Benefits WCMHS provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and a generous paid time off package including flexible holidays and 12 vacation days in year one. The pay range for this position is $19.06 - $19.84 per hour. Summary of Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required Relevant experience working with children or youth in community, educational, or human services settings preferred Basic understanding of behavioral, emotional, or developmental challenges preferred Strong communication skills, compassion, patience, understanding, and the ability to engage positively with children, youth, and families Ability to establish and maintain clear, consistent boundaries in community-based settings and provide active supervision while fostering independence Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and access to a safe, reliable vehicle The ability to deliver services and complete treatment notes in English Workplace Conditions Work takes place in a school and community settings. Frequent transportation of clients in one's own vehicle. This role requires some lifting up to 50lbs and ability to apply restraints to clients within agency training and guidance. 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 to 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." #DSP