Top 18 Direct support specialist Jobs in Miami, Fl

Youth Care Specialist
Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC —Pembroke Pines, FL
- $19 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Clean driving record
- Addiction Medicine
- Residential
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Care Professional
allaround Concierge Care —Miami, FL
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
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Caregiver/Personal Care Specialist
Senior Helpers - Miami & The Keys —Miami, FL
- Part-time
- English
- Home Health
- CNA
- Paid training
- Continuing education credits
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Administrative Support Specialist/Switchboard Operator, Long Term Care Center, Full-Time, Days
Jackson Health —Miami, FL
- 12 hour shift
- Skilled nursing facility
- Mid-level
- Office
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Customer Relations Specialist
Banyan Air Service —Fort Lauderdale, FL
- From $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Mentoring
- On-the-job training
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CLIENT ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST
Care Resource Community Health Centers, Inc. —Miami, FL
- $20 an hour
- Call employer
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Customer Success Specialist
HelloGov AI —Miami, FL
- $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Account Support Specialist I
Inspected —Plantation, FL
- Full-time
- Spanish
- No experience needed
- English
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional
Sunrise Community, Inc. —Miami, FL
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
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Customer Care Specialist/Receptionist - Lincoln North Miami
Warren Henry Automotive Group —North Miami, FL
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
- English
Client Experience Specialist (CX)
Imporex Glass Tools Inc. —Hialeah Gardens, FL
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
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Child Life Specialist - Per Diem - Days - JDCH
Memorial Healthcare System —Hollywood, FL
- Part-time
- Hospital
- Customer service
- BLS Certification
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Child Life Specialist - FT - Days - Miramar - JDCH
Memorial Healthcare System —Miramar, FL
- Full-time
- Customer service
- BLS Certification
- Inpatient
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Customer Care Specialist/Receptionist - Jaguar Land Rover West Broward
Warren Henry Automotive Group —Davie, FL
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
- English
Receptionist & Underwriting Support Specialist
Asset Protection Group —Sunrise, FL
- From $17.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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OPERATIONS SPECIALIST - WATERFORD
FirstBank Florida —Miami, FL
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Inventory management

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Youth Care Specialist

Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC -
Pembroke Pines, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$19 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
401(k) 4% Match
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Report preparation
Team leadership
Group facilitation in therapy
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Progress documentation
Crisis intervention plan implementation
Group counseling
Group therapy instruction

Full Job Description

Youth Care Specialist – Youth Behavioral Health

Location: Broward, FL
Department: Operations
Job Type: Full-Time Evening & Overnight / Sunday - Saturday / 8 Hour shifts
Pay: $19.00 / hr

About Youth Opportunity & Broward Youth Academy

Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at-risk youth. Broward Youth Treatment Center in Lauderhill, Florida, provides trauma-informed residential care for adolescent males ages 12 to 17. The center offers integrated mental health and substance abuse treatment alongside education, restorative justice, therapeutic recreation, and life skills development. Youth typically stay based on individualized treatment progress, engaging in individual, family, and group therapy; victim impact awareness; vocational preparation; and enrichment activities such as art, music, and recreation. Small group living units, youth-driven incentive programs, and licensed dietitian-managed nutrition support stabilization and successful community reintegration.

Youth Care Specialist Job Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with up to 4% employer match with immediate vesting
Paid time off (PTO) and 7 paid holidays (earn 4 hours of PTO per pay period)
Free RX delivery on most medications
Tuition reimbursement and professional development
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Supportive, mission-driven work environment

Why Join Youth Opportunity?

Be part of a team making a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth
Gain experience in a growing field of youth mental health and residential care
Work in a secure, structured, and supportive treatment environment
Develop your skills through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities

Position Summary – Youth Care Specialist Job in Broward, FL

We are hiring a Youth Care Specialist to join our team at Broward Youth Academy. This is a direct care position responsible for supervising a group of 7-10 youth during daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being while guiding them in developing the internal controls necessary for long-term success. This role is ideal for compassionate, patient individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

Youth Care Specialist Responsibilities

Supervise and monitor the activities of a group of youth, maintaining constant awareness of their whereabouts
Ensure safety and security through adherence to procedures on movement, security, contraband, headcounts, and reporting
Utilize group counseling techniques, individual relationships, positive discipline strategies, and crisis intervention when necessary
Represent youth needs and progress to treatment teams and provide progress reports
Facilitate daily meetings (“huddle-ups”) to encourage accountability and teamwork
Support classroom teachers by reinforcing educational content in living units
Encourage and support youth engagement in activities and programs that promote learning and personal growth
Document daily shift activities and population counts, refer special needs or medical concerns, and communicate key events to incoming shifts

Other Duties Include

Participate in required training and professional development
Report incidents or concerns regarding youth or staff conduct
Perform other duties as assigned or needed

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; two years of college coursework in a social or human services field preferred
2 years of experience working with youth preferred (if no college coursework)
Strong verbal communication skills; able to relate to youth in a professional, non-patronizing manner
Group counseling and leadership skills
Analytical thinking and sound judgment
Certification in First Aid, CPR, and crisis intervention required during probationary period
Ability to document clearly and objectively

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds
Extensive walking and standing required
Ability to respond quickly to youth altercations, self-harm risks, or escape attempts
Must be able to participate in physical activities with youth, indoors or outdoors
Must be free from communicable diseases as defined by the state

Other Requirements

Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required
Must meet state criminal background check requirements

How to Apply

Click “Apply Now” through Indeed to submit your application. Or visit http://www.youthopportunity.com/yourfuture to learn more about our mission and career opportunities.

Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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