Youth Services Navigator

Youth Services Navigator Burbank, CA Job Details Full-time $52,000

• $60,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Interpersonal skills Driver's License Working with children Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Organizational skills Full Job Description Summary The Youth Services Navigator (YSN) will play a crucial role within the Youth Services Department by helping youth participating in KITS programs navigate barriers that affect workforce participation and long-term economic stability.

This role focuses on youth stabilization, resource navigation, and career pathway follow-through for youth who may face housing instability, financial stress, or other systemic barriers. The Youth Services Navigator works directly with participants to help them remain engaged in KITS workforce programs, connect to supportive resources, and progress toward employment and career opportunities. While KITS is not a wraparound service agency, this role helps youth access and navigate external resources, including housing support, financial capability programs, mental health services, and workforce opportunities. The position ensures that KITS programs translate into measurable outcomes such as job placement, employment retention, and increased economic stability. This is a full-time position with benefits and includes a 90-day probationary period Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following reflects the essential duties of this job. . An individual must perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations to perform this job successfully. Provide youth navigation and stabilization support for participants enrolled in KITS programs Support youth in developing and maintaining Individual Career Plans (ICPs) using SMART goal setting Identify barriers to workforce participation including housing risk, financial instability, and system navigation challenges Coordinate referrals to community resources including housing supports, counseling services, financial capability programs, and social services Maintain regular communication and check-ins with youth to ensure program engagement and follow-through Support youth as they transition into internships, paid placements, and the Registered Apprenticeship Program Partner with the Workforce Development Coordinator to track youth progress and address barriers to career placement Monitor employment engagement and retention among program participants Document participant progress, stabilization outcomes, and workforce milestones Maintain accurate participant data for reporting, evaluation, and funder requirements Other duties may be assigned as necessary. Qualifications Service Orientation

• Actively look for ways to help people Communication
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing in English & Spanish (Spanish preferred but not required) Active Listening
• Give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, and asking questions as appropriate Teamwork
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people including volunteers, board members, independent contractors, employees, and our youth Social Perceptiveness
• Being aware of others' reactions and understanding of different views Problem Sensitivity
• The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong; recognizing when there is a problem and possible trauma Time Management
• Ability to work independently and meet multiple deadlines Critical Thinking
• Use logic and reasoning to identify solutions to problems Flexibility
• Ability to change direction and priority of tasks as needed Professionalism
• Must dress appropriately, be on time and be respectful to others Safety
• Work in a safely and report workplace hazards and injuries timely Physical Demands Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time Lift up to 20 lbs.

at a time; push, pull, and bend as necessary Continuously operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer May be required to travel up to 25% of the time Education and Experience Bachelor's degree preferred Minimum of 2 years' experience working with foster youth, opportunity youth, or system-impacted youth Experience supporting youth through mentorship, program navigation, or workforce readiness programs Understanding of the foster care system and challenges affecting ALICE populations Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and data tracking/reporting Proficiency in participant tracking systems

Preferred:

Proficiency in project management systems (e.g., Monday.com) Strong verbal and written communication skills in English (Spanish preferred but not required) Ability to build trust with youth and maintain professional boundaries Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and maintain confidentiality Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Commitment to youth development and lifelong learning Benefits Health Insurance Vision Dental Paid Holidays Vacation, personal/ sick days Retirement savings plan

Pay:

$52,000.00

• $60,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): What does social justice advocacy mean to you? How do you think trauma effects underserve populations? How have you helped an underserved community overcome barriers to success?

Experience:

working with under-served youth: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person