About this opportunity
Center For Youth lists this Community Resource Navigator opportunity in rochester, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Center for Youth: Started BY YOUTH FOR YOUTH. We partner with youth to realize their full potential, by creating opportunities, removing barriers and promoting social justice. The Center ensures understanding and values differences in people of diverse cultures, ethnic origins, sexual orientation, disabilities and beliefs.
OVERVIEW:
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.
Note: 37.5 hours/week (must have 1-2 evenings available weekly, as needed), school year including summer 2026.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
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
Required Qualifications: High School Diploma/ GED OR OR equivalent combination of education and experience Associate's Degree preferred
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
Skills: Excellent organization skills
Time management kills
Excellent communication skills
Pay Rate: $20- $22 per hour
The Center for Youth Provides Equal Employment Opportunities
Worksite address
rochester, NY, 14600, US
Who can apply
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