Student Success Navigator, County Youth

Omega Community Development Corporation•Dayton, OH

8d•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. Navigators work with Children Services caseworkers, group home managers, school administrators, and Omega CDC's Education Department to provide consistent, trauma-informed, goal-oriented guidance that supports youth toward long-term success. The role is based in Hope Zone schools and community sites, with regular local travel between schools and group homes. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with some evening or weekend engagements required. Longer-distance travel may be required for necessary training.

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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Develop and implement an individualized Student Success Plan (SSP) for each assigned student within 30 days of assignment.
Conduct multiple weekly one-to-one check-ins with each assigned student and track attendance, academics, and wellness.
Provide trauma-informed mentoring and access to group sessions that promote trust, belonging, and emotional growth.
Ensure each student accesses 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 regularly 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, scheduled for March and August 2026.
Work toward program goals for completed student plans, reduced chronic absenteeism, academic improvement, participation in enrichment or wellness activities, and accurate documentation.
Travel locally for school visits, home visits, meetings, community engagement, and required presentations; travel longer distances when necessary for training.