Resource Family Navigator, Kinship Cares

POSITION TITLE: Resource Family Navigator, Kinship Cares 

PROGRAM: Kinship Cares 

FULL TIME: 40 hours per week 

SALARY RANGE: $19.00 - $23.62 Hourly

Summary: Responsible for providing resource services to a client or family in Kinship families. 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 for training and recruitment events.

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 clients’ residence, community locations and office site, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators

Ability to lift up to 20lbs.

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!

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