Community Services Navigator The Kitchen, Inc. Springfield, MO Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Care documentation Human Services Associate's degree Associate's degree in human services Direct patient care in social services case management Full Job Description Join Our Mission at The Kitchen, Inc. Community Services Navigator At The Kitchen, Inc. (TKI) , we bring stability and purpose to people who are homeless by living our

Core Values:

Respect

• Dignity
• Quality
• Service
• Compassion Be a Frontline Hero As a Community Services Navigator , you'll assess the needs of residents at multiple housing developments, helping them access supportive services, build trust, and remain stably housed.

If you're passionate about service, thrive under pressure, and embrace a growth mindset, you could be a perfect fit for our team! Why Work at TKI? We support a healthy work-life balance with generous paid time off that accrues from Day One , including:

Vacation Time Sick Leave Personal Time Paid Holidays Additional Benefits:

Medical & Dental Insurance (shared cost) Vision Insurance Company-paid Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Voluntary, employee-paid benefit options

Key Responsibilities:

Assess tenant needs and develop targeted community programs Provide housing counseling and homeless prevention services Assist residents with rental assistance, health referrals, and benefit access Offer short-term case management for housing stability Engage residents through community activities and education Maintain documentation to meet program and funding requirements Apply principles of Housing First, Trauma-Informed Care, and Motivational Interviewing Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education:

Associate's degree required (Bachelor's preferred) in a Human Services field

Experience:

1-2 years in social services or case management preferred Familiarity with: Mental health or substance use support Housing First philosophy De-escalation techniques Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care, Critical Time Intervention Ready to Apply? Visit www.thekitcheninc.org to view the full job description, complete your application, and submit your resume. Section 3 applicants are encouraged to apply.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person