Navigator Coach

Jefferson County CO•Golden, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Navigator Coach is a grant-funded position that provides you with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of families while you help them navigate resources and achieve short- and long-term goals. The Navigator Coach works directly with families to create long-term self-sufficiency plans by facilitating small group meetings around topics that include education, employment, economic stability, health, and wellness. The Coach will manage an ongoing caseload and will be responsible for identifying, researching, and establishing a connection with resources and services throughout Jefferson County and connecting those resources to participants of Jeffco Prosperity Partners.

Requirements

3 years of experience in an area such as case management, coaching, counseling, working with diverse and vulnerable populations, crisis coordination, family engagement in community-based social service agencies, schools, and/or non-profit organizations.
Bachelors degree in social sciences, such as social work, psychology, teaching, or related.
An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with diverse, vulnerable populations, including those experiencing poverty
Life experience which has fostered empathy for our clients
Experience and knowledge of the two-generation (2Gen) model
A desire to take a holistic coaching approach and connect with your community
Experience in the mental health field (counseling, social work, or coaching) or teaching
Experience with Motivational Interviewing
An understanding and appreciation for Person-In-Environment theory
A passion for families and a commitment to the mission of JPP

Responsibilities

Perform in-depth intensive case management to identify needs through intake, enrollment, home visits, and long term support
Collaborate to create individualized case plans and coordinating resources with community partners to support families in the following areas; fatherhood, education, employment housing, transportation, special needs, wellness, finances, child care , and parenting
Assist families in becoming advocates for themselves and their children
Provide one-on-one coaching utilizing a multigenerational approach
Coordinate, develop, and facilitate topics for JPP small group meetings
Collaborate with various resources and entities (such as Head Start) throughout Jefferson County
Present and communicate changes in resource eligibility and enrollment processes and provide resource and strategic referral information to families and members of the JPP team
Maintain a network of community partners that can be accessed to meet the needs of JPP participants
Serve as a key member of the JPP Family Advisory Committee and Partners group
Gather, review, and assess data regarding the local service delivery system and families' experiences when accessing service including gaps in services, duplication of services, access barriers, etc.
Maintain information for every child and family member in a database
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned