Community Support Specialist

Community Support Specialist

FT / PT

South Portland, ME ()

Posted on November 21, 2025

Job ID : 9816

Work Opportunities Unlimited

Work Opportunities Unlimited (WOU) is an employee-owned (ESOP) business that has been helping people with diverse skills and abilities find meaningful employment since 1982. You can be part of our rewarding mission to positively impact lives each and every day.

Community Support Specialists engage individuals in work, recreation, and other personal activities that promote living a preferred lifestyle in their community. Work & Community Support gives the individual the opportunity to participate in activities that will put them on a path to independence.

A typical day might include the following :

Using your vehicle to transport individuals to and from work and volunteer sites (mileage reimbursement provided)

Provide long-term, on-site, job support for the duration of an individual’s employment

Serve as their coach and advocate to foster success in the workplace

Support their participation in volunteer and / or other recreational activities to help develop self-advocacy, independent living and communication skills

This position may interest you if :

You want to positively impact an individual’s life

You have previous experience in high-touch customer service environments

You thrive being part of a collaborative team, yet can work independently

Career growth opportunities – potential selection into our Management Training Program for people who have the following experience :

Management of a small team

Informal leadership in sports, clubs, or civic organizations

Additional requirements include :

Valid driver’s license and comfortable traveling within your local community

Monday – Friday, daytime business hours (flexibility offered for part-time)

Comfortable using MS Office, documenting notes in an electronic system, and accessing apps on a mobile device

Interested in learning more?

Apply today. If you have any questions, please call our team at 866-761-1347 or email careers@workopportunities.net

All conversations are confidential. We look forward to learning more about you.

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We offer :

Competitive salary and benefits with bonus opportunities

Health and Wellness

Work / life balance

Growth and Development

Pay : $18-$20 per hour

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Upon employment acceptance, candidates will be required to undergo a criminal background and motor vehicle check.