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Onsite School Based Student Support Specialists Bilingual Preferred

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Washington, DC (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/18/2026

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What they do

A Youth Counselor or Worker works with young people, primarily ages 13-18, to provide mentoring and support for dealing with problems. Works in a school or community-based program; may assist with referrals from parole or probation offices. Collaborates with teachers, family members, social workers and health care professionals to help young people facing challenges or crises.

$49,678 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Training & development Wellness resources

Position Summary:

Limitless Endeavors is seeking School Based Support Specialist to provide guidance, encouragement, and support to assigned youth to foster their personal, academic, or professional development. This role is centered on building a positive, trusting relationship that helps the youth set and achieve goals, gain confidence, and develop skills. This position will be located in a Prince Georges County Public Elementary School during school hours. This position is also an Independent Contractor position.

Key Responsibilities:

Establish a positive, supportive, and respectful relationship with the assigned youth. Collaborate with teachers and staff. Meet with parents and youth to discuss progress and identify needs. Meet regularly based on program guidelines. Help youth set goals and work toward achieving them. Share knowledge, skills, and experiences to support youth growth. Actively listen and provide constructive feedback. Maintain confidentiality and appropriate boundaries. Track and report progress, behaviors, attendance, and issues to supervisor of the program. Participate in required mentor training sessions and program check-ins. Serve as a role model demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and integrity.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience in [relevant field or expertise, e.g., education, leadership, business] Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to build rapport with diverse individuals Dependable, patient, and committed to the mentoring process Previous mentoring or coaching experience preferred but not required Must complete background check (if applicable)

Time Commitment:

Arrive to school on time as scheduled. 20 -30 hours per week Commitment of at least [e.g., 6 months or 1 academic year]

Benefits:

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on someone's life Gain leadership and coaching experience Professional development and networking opportunities

EVALUATION

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with Limitless Endeavors workflow Manual. The immediate supervisor or CEO will provide the evaluation individually.