Family Navigator

KVC Health Systems•Topeka, KS

4h•$0 - $48,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Family Navigator will assess the family in order to connect them with services to help meet their needs and engage them in the TANF 2Generation Program. This role involves a hybrid work schedule, varying based on in-home work with families, with 1-2 days in the office required.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as Outlook email
Experience working with children and families in need
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required
Must be at least 21 years of age

Responsibilities

Establish rapport with families and use standardized tools to document their unique strengths, challenges, and circumstances.
Analyze assessment data to identify and rank needs based on urgency and their impact on family stability.
Collaborate with families to create personalized, strengths-based service plans that utilize both family and community resources.
Refer families to KVC or community programs for housing, healthcare, and financial needs while advocating for culturally responsive care.
Regularly review the effectiveness of interventions and adjust service plans to address new challenges.
Facilitate workshops on life skills and child development to enhance parenting capacity and resilience.
Implement strategies to strengthen parental resilience, social connections, and concrete supports while mitigating risk factors.
Maintain accurate, confidential records of all assessments, interactions, and referrals in accordance with regulatory standards.
Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and communicate with stakeholders to ensure integrated service delivery.
Engage in ongoing training and quality improvement efforts to maintain family-centered practice standards.
Uphold professional ethical principles and comply with all relevant laws and organizational policies.
Act as a program ambassador to build partnerships and engage families in available services.