Home Support Specialist / Youth Engagement Specialist (Direct Care Staff)

Are you passionate about working with youth who require higher levels of care and support? Eagle Quest is a leading organization serving at-risk and disadvantaged youth and their families, and we are seeking dedicated, compassionate individuals to join our growing team. We are currently hiring Full-Time Home Support Specialists / Youth Engagement Specialists for our residential programs, including THRIVE, INSPIRE, STRONG, and our NEW Home for youth with Developmental Disabilities. If you are passionate about supporting youth and are open to working in a residential setting, we'd love to hear from you! This is a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact while working in a supportive, mission-driven environment focused on helping youth reach new heights.
Shifts Available Morning | Swing | Graveyard / Overnight
Position Overview In this role, you will support youth in a residential setting by providing supervision, skill-building, emotional support, and daily structure. You will work closely with youth experiencing trauma, behavioral challenges, and higher levels of care needs.
Key Responsibilities
Build positive, supportive mentoring relationships with youth
Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic living environment
Provide crisis stabilization and emotional support as needed
Facilitate life skills development (communication, self-care, social skills)
Coordinate and participate in recreational and therapeutic activities
Support scheduling, appointments, and daily routines
Provide transportation for youth using company vehicles
Assist with medication distribution per program guidelines
Document all services, interactions, and progress for Medicaid and internal reporting
Collaborate with therapists, case managers, and program staff
Requirements
High school diploma or GED required
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work flexible schedules (evenings, weekends, holidays)
Valid Nevada driver’s license (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
Ability to pass FBI and Interstate background checks (reimbursable after hire)
At least 1 year of experience working with youth or family programs preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Human Development, Education, Nursing, Public Health, or related field
(Required for QMHA consideration)
Experience working in higher levels of care, foster care, or family preservation programs strongly preferred
What We Offer
Paid training
Paid Time Off (PTO) – available for both full-time and part-time staff
Paid holidays (full-time employees)
401(k) with company matching
Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance (full-time employees)
Professional growth and advancement opportunities
Supportive, team-oriented workplace
Why Eagle Quest?
At Eagle Quest, our mission is to help youth and families reach new heights through quality behavioral healthcare and compassionate service. We are committed to building a positive, high-standard work environment where staff are supported, valued, and encouraged to grow professionally. We are looking for individuals who:
Are motivated, empathetic, and reliable
Hold themselves to high standards of care and professionalism
Want to make a meaningful impact in their community
Thrive in a team-based, mission-driven environment
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today and join a team dedicated to transforming the lives of youth across the Las Vegas valley.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No