What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Navigator position at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany?
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Join us in our mission as a Community Navigator at Catholic Charities of Tri-County Services.Â
Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do.Â
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As the Community Navigator, you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:Â
- Receive and respond to phone calls, messages, and online referrals from individuals and families in need of assistance, inclusive of referrals from other community service providers
- Completes intakes, initial assessments, referrals and education, advocacy, budgeting, screening, and provides material goods and financial assistance and documents finds disbursed as appropriate
- Assess client needs and assist with negotiating systems to obtain entitlement services as needed to enhance self-sufficiency
- Â Assists in the promotion of Catholic Charities through the attendance of community events, speaking opportunities, serving on local committees as requested by supervisor
- Completes inventory of material goods monthly and informs supervisor of needed goods including transportation vouchers, gift cards, personal care items, laundry vouchers, etc
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Community Navigator Minimum Salary: $19.00
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Community Navigator Maximum Salary: $19.00Â
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Community Navigator Schedule: 25 hours per week; Monday, Wednesday, Friday (we are flexible with this)
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Qualifications:Â
- High School Diploma or GED
- With 3-5 years of experience
- Associate's Degree in Human Services or a related field
- With 1-3 years of experience
- Experience working with a diverse population
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We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:Â
- For benefit-eligible positions:Â
- Health/Dental/Vision/Life InsuranceÂ
- Retirement planning optionsÂ
- Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
- Employee Assistance ProgramÂ
- A diverse and inclusive work environmentÂ
- Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)Â
- Exciting referral bonusesÂ
- Ongoing training and developmentÂ
- Recognition and AwardsÂ
- Career GrowthÂ
- A collaborative team cultureÂ
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Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.Â
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:Â
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)Â
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your RightsÂ
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)Â
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Salary : $19
