POSITION

The Navigator assists youth and young adults in identifying the appropriate internal agency program resources available and connecting them with additional external community resources when applicable. The Navigator will develop a comprehensive understanding of youth & young adult services and the eligibility criteria for each program area. Programs areas include Run-away and Homeless Youth (RHY), Foster Care to Independence (Pathways/Chafee), and Supportive Housing. The Navigator will become proficient in coach-like engagement and the use of coping skills. The Navigator will assist youth and young adults with client identified goals for employment, education, housing, well-being, and permanency.

Team:

Program Officer-Youth Services, Housing Program Staff, CEO.

MAJOR TASKS

Ø Maintain client confidentiality Ø Intervention & Prevention using Coach-Like engagement

• Coordinate initial intake to determine program area eligibility.
• Case Plan contacts to meet youth weekly or bi-weekly depending on program criteria
• Secure community connections and support
• Establish client directed goals
• Identify strengths and barriers to identified goals
• Complete required program specific documentation
• Address client safety goals and crisis stabilization
• Complete Pathways / Coach-like engagement training To engage with youth and young adults currently in services.

Administer all required assessments and screenings with Youth/Young Adults. Enter and maintain data as required by assigned program. Assist with life skills, coping skills, and basic needs as identified by the youth. Work with homeless, runaway, and foster youth to provide stabilization services. Willing to be creative and flexible in the delivery of direct services. Coordinate and plan direct services with Youth Services Team. Coordinate and supervise activities that facilitate healthy outcomes. Complete QBHA Training course Identify and participate in training opportunities addressing subjects related to trauma informed care, positive youth development, mental health first aid. Complete 40 hrs of training in areas of interest from Colorado CWTS - Further your Learning and/or Run-a-way and Homeless Youth Training and Technical Assistance Other duties as identified by the Program Director and Chief Executive Officer.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Driver's License
• Post-secondary education or minimum of 3 years' experience in related field requiring case management and documentation.
• Resume demonstrates increased responsibility in previous positions.
• Extensive Experience with childhood trauma, addiction, homelessness and/or mental health challenges.
• Willingness to drive to other communities in Delta, Montrose, Gunnison, Hinsdale, Ouray, and San Miguel Counties.
• Adaptability, creative approach to problem-solving, desire to help achieve aggressive goals, and an enthusiasm for service.
• Organized, with effective time management skills. Ability to meet deadlines, respond to inquiries quickly and efficiently and balance multiple tasks.
• Ability to develop and implement new ideas; be a leader for creative and effective development of programs.
• Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to build positive relationships with a wide variety of individuals and organizations.
• Ability to positively represent the organization in meetings with community stakeholders.
• Excellent Computer Skills including Word and Excel Physical Requirements
• The ability to lift 25 pounds regularly
• The ability to respond quickly to sounds.
• The ability to move safely in a variety of weather conditions.
• The ability to identify and respond to dangerous situations.

Pay:

$23.00 - $27.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible spending account Paid time off

Work Location:

In person