Resource Family Navigator

POSITION TITLE: Resource Family Navigator

PROGRAM: Kinship Cares

FULL TIME: 40 hours per week 

SALARY RANGE: $$19.00 - $23.62

Summary: Responsible for providing resource services to youth in foster care and their family in the Kinship CARES program. Intervenes in such a manner as to assist the family/client to access necessary services to improve the quality of life. Advocates for clients and family in navigating human service and similar departments, agencies, and services. Connects families to needed services including basic needs, mental health and clinical support, housing assistance, food assistance, etc. Coordinates care for families across multiple service systems. Lead Together Facing the Challenge group for families enrolled in the Kinship CARES services. Provide education and support to parents to develop trauma informed parenting skills. Completes administrative tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services (psychology, social work, manage/family, etc.) or equivalent combination of education & experience required.
• Possession of a valid driver's license, reliable transportation and auto insurance required.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed
•  Bi-lingual (Spanish) required.
• Bilingual skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.

Physical Requirements:

• This position requires residential and community visits, employees in this position must have the ability to:
• Travel to and from community locations and residential site locations, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators.
• Ability to utilize a computer and Electronic Medical Record to complete documentation.
• Ability to lift up to 20lbs.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to push or pull 10 lbs or more
• Ability to pick up 10 lbs or more
• Ability to be trained in and implement de-escalation techniques utilizing Handle with Care when necessary.

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits. Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities. Join our FAMILY today!

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

HOW TO APPLY: 

· Send your resume to careers@familyserviceri.org 

· Apply using the link www.familyserviceri.org/careers and search for Resource Family Navigator, Kinship Cares

· Follow the direct link to apply: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=206…