YouthConnect Center Navigator (Part-time)

YOUTHCONNECT CENTER NAVIGATOR

Job Category: Youth Programs

Job Status: Part Time Employee

Reports to: YouthConnect Center Program Manager

About FosterAdopt Connect: FosterAdopt Connect (FAC) works with children, youth, and families as they navigate the complexities of the child welfare system. With the help of innovative leadership, we are a dedicated, professional staff with 25 years of experience working in the Kansas and Missouri foster care systems. Be part of a progressive, diverse and inclusive organization that connects children with families that provide a safe, stable environment for foster and adoptive children. Join us in changing the lives of foster children, one child and one family at a time. 

Job Summary: The YouthConnect Center Navigator provides one-on-one services providing crisis and trauma-informed community-based services to youth ages 13-18, in addition to providing services to families to help resolve circumstances that may put the family at-risk of homelessness and/or having their children removed from their care.

Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Follow requirements and policies of agency, contracts, state regulations and COA standards.

· Complete referrals with follow up, client narratives, develop family actions plans, crisis intervention or assessments, and any other documentation in a timely manner and within stated guidelines.

· Functionally apply trauma informed care, harm reduction, and positive youth development skills to clients and families served.

· Ensure all required items are retained and filed to meet policies.

· Provide daily care and crisis intervention items to clients.

· Meet as needed with clients to track progress towards goal completion and maintain regular communication and contact with clients.

· Provide advocacy and support for all clients.

· Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings, staffings, and trainings.

· Maintain up-to-date documentation of client contact and progress in SAM. Documentation should occur within two (2) days of contact.

· Assist in collecting information from youth, parents and other professionals to expand client’s support system and family connections and safety.

· Participate as an active team member with all agency departments so the agency’s efforts to assist clients and maintain licensing/contract/COA standards are coordinated for maximum effectiveness.

· Maintain strong, open communication with direct supervisor regarding services delivered, concerns or questions.

· Responsible for making community connections to increase program referrals as assigned (i.e. distribute program brochures, schedule informational meetings, contact media outlets, speak at community presentations, attend booth exhibits, etc.).

Qualifications and Preferred Skills

· Bachelor’s Degree in social work or in related human services field (preferred).

· Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and proposing new ways of creating efficiencies.

· Outstanding organizational and planning skills.

· Solid commitment to the principles of support and advocacy for at-risk/homeless youth and their families.

· Collaborate and advocate for positive outcomes, using excellent interpersonal skills in multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic professional teams.

· Strong verbal communication skills and demonstrated capability to write clearly.

· Demonstrated leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills. Quickly establish rapport and build trust.

· Flexible and a self-starter; multi-task while also being highly detail-oriented while meeting all deadlines.

· Work as a necessary part of a team effort with colleagues of all demographics.

· Model ethical and professional behavior at all times.

· Participate in ongoing meetings/professional memberships and trainings as required by the Director of Youth Programs and COO.

· Experience working with marginalized communities with a nuanced understanding of systemic oppressions.

· Flexibility and adaptability, shift styles to fit the needs of a wide range of cultures, people, and organizations.

· Provide transportation as needed to assist client(s) in achieving identified goals.

Additional Qualifications:

· Capability to drive to visits and meetings.

· Capability to be flexible in work hours including some evening and weekend appointments.

· Must have reliable transportation.

Compensation and Benefits

· 20-30 hours a week, afternoons and evenings required.

· Compensation commensurate with experience ranging from $20-$23 per hour.

· Comprehensive benefits package including:

o 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% employer match.

o Employee Assistance Program.

o Generous paid time off after 90 days.

FosterAdopt Connect does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its programs or services. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and members.

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Salary : $20 - $23