Student Success Navigator, County Youth

Omega Community Development Corporation•Dayton, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The County Youth Student Success Navigator (CYSSN) serves as a dedicated mentor, advocate, and connector for County foster youth placed in group homes within Dayton's Hope Zone. The Navigator manages a caseload of youth, co-develops individualized Student Success Plans (SSPs), and coordinates wraparound support to improve attendance, academic outcomes, and emotional stability. The role works closely with Children Services caseworkers, group home managers, school administrators, and Omega CDC's Education Department to provide consistent, trauma-informed, goal-oriented guidance toward long-term success. The position is based in Hope Zone schools and community sites, primarily in Northwest Dayton. Regular local travel between schools and group homes is required, with longer-distance travel possible for necessary training. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with some evening or weekend engagements required. A valid driver's license and successful completion of all background screenings are required.

Requirements

Associate's degree required.
At least 2 years of experience in youth development, education, or social services.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care, student support planning, and culturally responsive engagement practices.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Organized, data-driven, and accountable to deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and data-tracking systems.
Valid driver's license.
Must pass all background screenings.
Ability to travel regularly between schools and group homes, with local travel for school visits, home visits, meetings, community engagement, and presentations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, or a related field.
Experience working with foster or group home youth.
Experience with Salesforce.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement an individualized Student Success Plan (SSP) within 30 days of assignment, including three measurable goals and nine action steps.
Conduct multiple weekly one-to-one check-ins with each assigned student and track attendance, academics, and wellness.
Provide trauma-informed mentoring and facilitate access to group sessions that promote trust, belonging, and emotional growth.
Ensure students access at least two wraparound supports, such as tutoring, mentoring, or enrichment.
Coordinate tutoring, counseling, and career exploration opportunities through Omega CDC and Hope Zone partners.
Serve as the primary liaison among Children Services caseworkers, school teams, and group home staff.
Participate in school-based student support meetings and monthly Children Services coordination meetings.
Communicate with group home leaders about attendance, academic, and behavioral challenges.
Collaborate with Family Resource Coordinators (FRCs), Out-of-School Time (OST) staff, and other Hope Zone teams.
Maintain current records in Salesforce and Learning Circle to track outcomes and interventions.
Submit monthly progress reports on attendance, academic growth, and engagement for assigned youth.
Support mid-year and end-of-year evaluation reports for FCCS and Omega CDC leadership.