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 and STRONG. These are a direct care role in a group home setting, providing support, structure, and mentorship to foster and high-needs youth. 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

• Starting pay: DOE


• 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.