Direct Support Specialist

Child & Family Support Services, Inc
Flagstaff, AZ
Child & Family Support Services (CFSS) is accepting applications for Full-time Direct Support Specialists in Maricopa County.

Come join us for a rewarding career working with young people by helping them overcome their individual challenges and recognizing their full potential . The Direct Support Specialist is the perfect position for a determined paraprofessional, caregiver, social worker or behavioral health professional looking for an exciting opportunity to make a positive community impact.

Direct Support Specialist Job Responsibilities:

  • A passion for supporting young people with behavioral health challenges to maximize their potential through mentoring, role-modeling, coaching and other individually tailored interventions.
  • Provide one-on-one or small group support to children and adolescents in the community.
  • Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising clinician and provide progress updates.
  • Plan and facilitate fun and engaging activities involving physical and emotional regulation, promoting social skills and positive behaviors.
  • Teach life skills such as communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and self-care.
  • Build positive relationships with children, families, and community partners.
  • Complete documentation, including progress notes, incident reports, and other required paperwork.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
  • Attend regular supervision and team meetings.
  • Proficient in typing and using a computer as documentation is a very important part of this role
  • Performing other duties related to the position.

This position requires afternoon, evening, and weekend work. Adaptability in scheduling, driving throughout the county and working within the homes and communities of the families we support is required.

Direct Support Specialist Education/Experience Needed:

  • High school diploma or GED (a related bachelor's degree preferred but not required).
  • At least one year of experience working with children with behavioral and emotional challenges.

Direct Support Specialist Requirements

  • Must be 21 years or older
  • Valid Arizona Driver's License with an acceptable 39 month driving record
  • Reliable transportation, including proof of Insurance
  • Candidates are required to submit a negative drug test
  • Obtain an Arizona DPS Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
  • Complete Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and First Aid training

Compensation: $18.50/hr - $20/hr

We offer a full benefits package to all full-time employees, including:

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) contribution match
  • Paid time off and sick time
  • Paid holidays
  • Mileage reimbursement

Child & Family Support Services was founded in 2003 with the idea that the best environment for children and young adults is with their families and in their own communities. We have committed ourselves to developing in-home and community support that is unique and individualized. We specialize in partnering with families to build effective relationships and to inspire hope for a positive future..

Please visit for more information.

Job Type: Full or Part-time

  • Relevant experience may include jobs and positions like:
  • Behavioral Coach
  • Behavioral Health Technician
  • Case Aide
  • Visitation Facilitator
  • Community-based Specialist
  • Family Support Worker
  • Group Home Technician
  • In-home Support
  • Life Coach
  • Mentor

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Posted 2025-09-05

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