What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Transition Services Navigator position at Disability Network Capital Area?
Community Transition Services Navigator -Lansing based non-profit agency seeks two (2) Community Transition Services Navigators. This is a full-time (minimum 32 hours/week) non-exempt position with a starting wage of $19.50 to 21.50 per hour, depending on experience. Position includes a full benefits package. In conjunction with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, the Community Transition Services Navigator oversees the transition process for persons with disabilities currently admitted to a nursing facility in the counties of Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, and Shiawassee. The program assists with the securing of affordable and accessible housing, initial household needs and follow along. Program participants are primarily the elderly, have a range of disabilities and may have barriers such as financial issues and criminal backgrounds.
Duties include: 1) Completion of initial interview and assessment; 2) Determine program eligibility; 3) Use of person centered planning approach to develop service plans; 4) Coordinate all logistics of housing transition including securing housing, coordinate with movers, locate and secure furniture; 5) Complete monthly reimbursement reports; 6) Attend and participate in CTS meetings; 7) Provide follow up support to participants (per contract requirements); 8) Service Coordination for additional services needed to live independently; 9) Develop and maintain working relationships with community resources; 10) Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Hiring Requirements:
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Service, Social Work or closely related field or Community Health Worker Certification.
2. A minimum of three years’ experience in the provision of health or social services.
3. Personal experience with a disability and/or knowledge of disability related issues.
4. Must successfully pass a criminal background check, sex offender registry, and DHHS Central Registry.
5. Access to reliable transportation as position requires travel.
6. Occasional evenings and weekends.
7. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
8. Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, MS Teams, and data entry.
Position Location: DNCAP Main Office, remote work environment, nursing facilities, customer homes, and various community locations
Work Environment: This position will work primarily from the Lansing office and at various community sites. This position also involves work assignments in remote working environments such as accessing Zoom and MS Teams web conferencing software, while working from the office or from home.
Please send cover letter and resume referencing Job #CTS01192025 to: Disability Network Capital Area, 901 E Mt Hope Ave, Lansing, MI 48910 attn. Hiring Manager or email to hiring@dncap.org. No phone calls please. Posting deadline: Monday, February 3, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Feel free to visit our website: www.dncap.org and Facebook page: Disability Network Capital Area.
The Disability Network Capital Area is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The Disability Network Capital Area follows Employment at Will practices. The agency does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment may be terminated by either party with or without notice and with or without cause
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.50 - $21.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22