Human Services Specialist – Child Residential & Behavioral Health Programs

Seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Human Services specialist to join a team dedicated to protecting the health, safety, and well-being of vulnerable populations in child residential, child day treatment, and mental health programs. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on the quality of care provided across a wide range of facilities by ensuring they meet and maintain compliance with state laws and regulations. It is an ideal position for professionals who are passionate about accountability, advocacy, and improving standards within human services and healthcare environments.

This position goes beyond routine inspections and offers the opportunity to be actively involved in complex and meaningful situations. You may investigate alleged illegal operations, respond to critical incidents, and assist in the relocation of residents from non compliant or unsafe facilities. In these situations, you will collaborate with agencies, providers, and stakeholders to identify appropriate alternative placements and ensure continuity of care. This hands-on involvement allows you to influence outcomes directly and improve the lives of individuals in vulnerable circumstances.

Requirements

Valid Driver's License

Strong written and verbal communications skills

Effectively use computer equipment to generate weekly reports

Establish home office

Ability to travel throughout assigned territory

Minimum one year experience and Associate's Degree in Human Services related coursework