The Salvation Army Intermountain Division
Temporary School Engagement Navigator
The Salvation Army Intermountain Division, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Overview
Job Title: Temporary School Engagement Navigator Employer: The Salvation Army Intermountain Division Closing Date: 08/18/2025 Status: Temporary Full Time - non-exempt Rate of Pay: $26/hr Schedule: varies - 40 hrs/wk Reports to: Lead School Engagement Navigator Responsibilities
Support individuals experiencing homelessness by helping their family navigate educational goals, needs, and requirements. Provide ongoing education navigation services for participating guests, including assessment, identifying and addressing barriers, referrals to internal and community resources, and database recording of all activities. Liaise with local professionals and agencies in the Denver Metro community on behalf of participating guests. Implement best practice re-engagement program and educational plans for clients. Implement educational, activity, and enrichment plans for children and families participating in school programming, in conjunction with families and staff. Network with and connect appropriate community resources/services. Maintain up-to-date documentation and records of all families participating in school programming in appropriate databases. Produce timely data reports, including outcome measures and quarterly reports for city contracts and other outcome reporting. Develop and implement education, activity and enrichment plans for children and families staying at The Tamarac, in conjunction with guests and staff. Complete required trainings: The Salvation Army Driver Training, Protecting the Mission Training, Pathway of Hope Training, HIPAA Compliance Training, Clarity, and WellSky databases. Ensure all Salvation Army policies are observed while assessing the needs and goals of families and the program. All other functions as assigned by program leadership. Qualifications and Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in social work (MSW) preferred. Experience: Two years’ work experience with homeless populations in crisis; experience with case management/housing navigation required; experience working with poor and culturally diverse populations. Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to manage databases and administer complex systems; ability to oversee program budget; crisis intervention and non-violent mediation skills. Licenses/Certifications: Current certification in first aid and CPR skills or ability to obtain within six months of hire. Driving: Minimum age 21, valid in-state driver’s license; Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) processed annually. Background: Biennial background check required. Software: Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; working knowledge of integrated database applications; ability to learn new software with training. Physical: Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist; ability to lift up to 25 pounds; ability to access and produce information from a computer. Benefits and Other Information
Temporary, full-time, non-exempt employees eligible for sick leave: 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual pro-rated for part-time hours). Equal Opportunity Employer; protected veterans/individuals with disabilities; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified applicants in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Know Your Rights notice available; Equal Employment Opportunity information and links provided by the Department of Labor. Note: This description reflects current duties and qualifications; duties may be adjusted to align with program needs.
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Job Title: Temporary School Engagement Navigator Employer: The Salvation Army Intermountain Division Closing Date: 08/18/2025 Status: Temporary Full Time - non-exempt Rate of Pay: $26/hr Schedule: varies - 40 hrs/wk Reports to: Lead School Engagement Navigator Responsibilities
Support individuals experiencing homelessness by helping their family navigate educational goals, needs, and requirements. Provide ongoing education navigation services for participating guests, including assessment, identifying and addressing barriers, referrals to internal and community resources, and database recording of all activities. Liaise with local professionals and agencies in the Denver Metro community on behalf of participating guests. Implement best practice re-engagement program and educational plans for clients. Implement educational, activity, and enrichment plans for children and families participating in school programming, in conjunction with families and staff. Network with and connect appropriate community resources/services. Maintain up-to-date documentation and records of all families participating in school programming in appropriate databases. Produce timely data reports, including outcome measures and quarterly reports for city contracts and other outcome reporting. Develop and implement education, activity and enrichment plans for children and families staying at The Tamarac, in conjunction with guests and staff. Complete required trainings: The Salvation Army Driver Training, Protecting the Mission Training, Pathway of Hope Training, HIPAA Compliance Training, Clarity, and WellSky databases. Ensure all Salvation Army policies are observed while assessing the needs and goals of families and the program. All other functions as assigned by program leadership. Qualifications and Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in social work (MSW) preferred. Experience: Two years’ work experience with homeless populations in crisis; experience with case management/housing navigation required; experience working with poor and culturally diverse populations. Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to manage databases and administer complex systems; ability to oversee program budget; crisis intervention and non-violent mediation skills. Licenses/Certifications: Current certification in first aid and CPR skills or ability to obtain within six months of hire. Driving: Minimum age 21, valid in-state driver’s license; Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) processed annually. Background: Biennial background check required. Software: Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; working knowledge of integrated database applications; ability to learn new software with training. Physical: Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist; ability to lift up to 25 pounds; ability to access and produce information from a computer. Benefits and Other Information
Temporary, full-time, non-exempt employees eligible for sick leave: 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual pro-rated for part-time hours). Equal Opportunity Employer; protected veterans/individuals with disabilities; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified applicants in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Know Your Rights notice available; Equal Employment Opportunity information and links provided by the Department of Labor. Note: This description reflects current duties and qualifications; duties may be adjusted to align with program needs.
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