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The Salvation Army USA Western Territory

Temporary School Engagement Navigator

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285

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Overview Job Title:

Temporary School Engagement Navigator

FLSA Status:

Temporary Full Time - non-exempt

Reports to:

Lead School Engagement Navigator

Schedule:

varies - 40hrs/wk

Supervises:

N/A

Rate of Pay:

$26/hr

Closing Date:

08/18/2025

Benefits:

Temporary; Full-Time, Non-Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following:

Sick leave benefit - 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire; sick time accrual is pro-rated for part-time hours)

Function Support individuals experiencing homelessness by helping their family navigate educational goals, needs, and requirements. Core activities include providing ongoing education navigation services for participating guests, including assessment, identifying and addressing barriers, referrals to appropriate internal and community resources, and database recording of all activities. The Lead School Engagement Navigator will liaise with local professionals and agencies in the Denver Metro community on behalf of participating guests.

Duties and Responsibilities

Implement best practice re-engagement program and educational plan 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 plan for children and families staying at The Tamarac, in conjunction with guests and staff.

Complete the following trainings: The Salvation Army Driver Training, The Salvation Army's Protecting the Mission Training, The Salvation Army 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.

Education, Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

Master's degree in social work (MSW) preferred; Bachelor's degree required. Two years' work experience with homeless populations in crisis. Experience with providing case management/housing navigation required.

Experience working with poor and culturally diverse populations. Current certification in first aid and CPR or ability to obtain within six months of hire. Crisis intervention and non-violent mediation skills preferred.

This position requires driving. A minimum age of 21 (for insurance) and possession of a valid in-state driver's license required. An MVR will be processed every year per Salvation Army policies.

Background Check: Biennial background check required for continued employment.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), ability to make public presentations, manage databases, administer complex systems, and follow program policies. Ability to oversee program budget. Ability to discern appropriate approaches and solutions in highly complex cases.

Software-Related Skills Microsoft Word and Excel; email required. Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to learn new software with basic training.

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.

Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead.

Ability to operate telephone.

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Ability to access and produce information from the computer.

Ability to understand written information.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.

A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy reasonable accommodation requests that present no undue hardship.

Equal Opportunity Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Education Bachelors of Social Work (required); Masters of Social Work (preferred)

Experience Experience with providing case management/housing navigation required. Must have some experience working with poor and culturally diverse populations.

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