Community Navigator

Child Care Resource Center-posted about 7 hours ago

Full-time • Entry Level

Palmdale, CA

501-1,000 employees

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Under general supervision, the Community Navigator provides resources and referrals to assist families experiencing homelessness, within the community college system, and/or from other at-risk populations. The Community Navigator supports families in obtaining access to and navigating childcare services to connecting them with child care resources. The Community Navigator will also provide comprehensive childcare intake services at Family Resource Centers (FRCs), Permanent Supportive Housing units, Homeless Shelters, community colleges, and other community agencies for CalWORKs participants and those categorically eligible through other public assistance programs. The Community Navigator ensures that parents are given appropriate information regarding choosing childcare, referrals to providers, and various family well-being services and resources.

Provide enhanced referrals for Stage I by connecting with and traveling to designated community agencies and/ or sites.
Make referrals to Head Start and other available services, as appropriate.
Navigate families to child care and other resources available (i.e. developmental screenings, parenting classes, workforce development.)
Verify participant eligibility in county CalSAWs system.
Enter data for Stage I participants.
Complete intake documents for participants requesting referrals and childcare services.
Assemble and forward participant documents daily to CCRC.
Review and complete assigned contract compliance components.
Assist families with identifying federal or state subsidized quality licensed childcare settings and/or programs.
Support families in selecting a "best fit" provider.
Conduct one-on-one and group presentations to the community regarding child care (i.e., program overview, parental choice and education, types of childcares, and eligibility issues).

Associate’s Degree in the field of Psychology, Sociology, Child Development, Social Work, Human Services, and Family Studies or related field (as approved) or High School Diploma/ GED and 2 years equivalent related work experience.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience supporting or engaging with individuals experiencing homelessness and/or clients with mental illness, chronic health issues, and substance use conditions.
1 year proven experience in delivering presentations, facilitating discussions, engaging participants, and fostering productive relationships with customers, partners, or community agencies.
TB clearance required due to working with at-risk population (see in background area below)
This position requires 20% travel. Will consist of travel to and from agency locations, Family Resource Centers (FRCs), Permanent Supportive Housing units, Homeless Shelters, community colleges, and other community agencies .
Staff members driving on behalf of CCRC may choose to drive a CCRC vehicle or own vehicle and must meet requirements to be an approved driver including holding and maintaining current auto insurance, current California Driver’s License and DMV clearance required.
Full time, typically M-F, ability to at times work a non-traditional work schedule including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.
Background check required.
As a grant-funded Agency supporting Children and Family Services, CCRC conducts background checks commensurate with the role to verify candidate qualifications (criminal history, employment history / experience, education, reference checks) and ensure grant compliance.
Specific roles may have additional verification / clearance to the standard background check as part of the recruitment and selection process, including: Live Scan Clearance / DOJ Fingerprinting : For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.90).
Health Clearance : For positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting or working with “at risk” populations, CA Code of Regulations Title 22, §101216, CA Health and Safety Code 1596.7995, and/or Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.93)
MVR / DMV clearance in accordance with CCRC’s liability insurance provisions: For positions where driving is required.
Child Development Permit : For positions working in an educational capacity (California Education Code Sections 44242.5, 44340, and 44341)
CPR / Pediatric CPR certification: For certain identified positions working directly with the public in a child/ community care or child / community care adjacent setting (CA Health & Safety Code 1596.865 – 1596.866)
Federal Debarment Checks : For positions acting in a principal capacity to federal funds (Head Start Program Performance Standards 1304.11, Code of Federal Regulations Title 2 Grants and Agreements 2.180.320 and 2.180.995)
Credit & Bankruptcy Check: For positions with fiscal responsibility (roles with authority over financial transactions), a credit and bankruptcy check will be conducted to assess financial responsibility in alignment with agency standards and applicable laws, including the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) and California Labor Code restrictions on credit reports (Labor Code 1025.5.)

Competitive compensation package
Robust benefit offerings -Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance
Basic Life Insurance and Long Term Disability paid for by CCRC
Employer Contribution and Employer Match in the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% vesting
Generous Time Off Policy-Vacation and Sick Time, Holidays, and Paid Winter Break
Opportunities for learning and professional development, including education reimbursement
Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
501(c) (3) designation-You can apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!

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