Community Resource Navigator (CCI/Outreach)

Center for Youth Services•City of Rochester, NY

1d•$20 - $22

About The Position

In collaboration with the Greece Central School District, this position works with TogetherNow to operate a Neighborhood Navigation Center to serve GCSD families before, during, and after school hours. Using MyWayFinder software and grant funded programs, this position provides person-centered support and services to community members in order to help them achieve their goals.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent time management
Ability to collect and input data
Flexibility with their schedule in order to meet the needs of community members
Familiarity with the Community Schools Strategy
Experience working or volunteering with children, students and families
Desire to be an advocate and champion of the GCSD Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiative
Strong computer knowledge, specifically in Google Workspace
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to listen without judgement
Strong clerical and organizational skills
Must be flexible, responsible, and dependable.
Completion of State Central Registry Form
Authorization for agency to complete criminal background check
Authorization for the agency to obtain driving record information
Completion of fingerprinting process and clearance via NYS Department of Education
A valid driver's license and a driving record acceptable to our insurance carrier
Regular access to a motor vehicle
Automobile insurance at the level of $100,000 per person/ $300,000 per accident Bodily Injury and $ 50,000 Property Damage
A High school graduate (or GED equivalent)

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree Preferred.

Responsibilities

Work in collaboration with the District Director of Community Schools, District Social Workers, outside organizations, school administration and other school mental health staff as needed to support families that participate at the Neighborhood Navigation Center
Report directly to and meet weekly with the NNC Supervisor
Meet with the District Community Schools Team monthly to support Community Schools Strategy
Organize, direct, and lead outreach events and opportunities to build relationships with GCSD students and families
Act compassionately and quickly in response to families in crisis, which may include homelessness, domestic violence, food insecurity, etc.
Become an active participant in school and community activities and events to build relationships
Help GCSD community members identify and successfully navigate community resources and services across health, human services, education, and government sectors that are necessary to reach self-defined goals and improve their overall well-being and stability
Maintain regular client contact
Facilitate, manage and monitor the mission, vision and responsibilities of the Community Cares Initiative
Report and present on progress and outcomes of the Community Cares Initiative
Advocate for clients, provide emotional support, and support self-advocacy skills when appropriate
Execute other tasks as assigned by the NNC Supervisor
Participation in individual supervision and all mandated meetings and trainings