Description
Position at Clarvida - Colorado
Community Support Specialist
Location: Colorado (Community-based / In-home & Field-Based)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $20.75/hour
Date Posted: 06/04/2026
About the Role
Clarvida is seeking a Community Support Specialist - Level I to provide direct, hands-on support to children, youth, and families involved in the child welfare system. In this role, you will work closely with families who are at risk of having children removed from the home or whose children are currently placed outside the home. Your work will focus on transportation, visitation support, advocacy, and skill-building to promote family connection, stability, and reunification. This is a relationship-driven, community-based role that requires flexibility, reliability, and strong engagement skills. Transporting children to services and parent visitation is a core responsibility of this position.
Responsibilities
โข Provide transportation for children and youth to parent visitation, services, and appointments as required
โข Support families during parent visitation alongside peers and group service providers
โข Advocate for children and families while supporting access to needed services
โข Assist families with goal-setting and skill development
โข Document services, progress, and concerns accurately and timely
โข Report concerns of alleged abuse or neglect in accordance with policy and state requirements
โข Testify in court as required
โข Collaborate with supervisors and multidisciplinary teams
โข Meet regularly with supervisors to support professional growth
Requirements
โข Bachelor's degree in a human service field such as Counseling, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, Human Services, etc.
โข Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record
โข Active auto insurance
โข Ability to pass fingerprinting and required background checks
โข Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
Compensation & Benefits
Full-Time Employees
โข $20.75/hour
โข Flexible scheduling based on client needs
โข Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
โข Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
โข Up to 10 paid holidays*
โข Medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
โข DailyPay - access earned wages without waiting for payday*
โข Training in Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) and Motivational Interviewing
โข Training, development, and continuing education opportunities
โข Student loan forgiveness eligible site (individual eligibility not guaranteed)
All Employees
โข 401(k)
โข Free licensure supervision
โข Pet insurance
โข Employee Assistance Program
โข Mileage reimbursement*
โข Cell phone stipend*
โข National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
Benefit availability may vary by position, state, or county.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about supporting families, strengthening parent-child connections, and making a meaningful impact in your community, we encourage you to apply for the Community Support Specialist - Level I role with Clarvida.
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values
See other opportunities: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida
Equal Opportunity Statement
Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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