Navigator

About This Role

The Navigator will assist young adults transitioning from foster care to independent living in Maricopa County, connecting them with resources and supporting life skills development.

Responsibilities

• Maintain contact with young adults, collateral persons and agencies to assist with life skills and goal accomplishment
• Collaborate with young adult clients to develop goals and service plans using a strength-based approach
• Monitor progress and provide resources and tools as needed
• Participate in group training and educational meetings
• Provide individual support and services focusing on life skills development, including tutoring and transportation
• Develop and facilitate trainings and workshops on independent living skills
• Assist young adults in developing and maintaining contracts with the Department of Child Safety if applicable
• Assist young adults in developing and accessing scholarships and grants for education and training
• Maintain accurate client records, completing case notes and supplemental documentation
• Complete and provide required monthly, quarterly and annual data reports

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age
• Valid Arizona driver's license and insurable under agency's automobile policy
• Ability to provide own transportation
• Ability to obtain DPS fingerprint clearance
• Meet training and agency compliance requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of related experience
• 2 years of related experience in child welfare or behavioral health fields working with young people ages 14-21 who are involved in systems of care (foster care, juvenile justice, runaway and home homeless youth programs)

Benefits

Certifications