Temporary School Engagement Navigator

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 will include providing ongoing education navigation services for participating guests which includes 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
The Lead School Engagement Navigator's core activities will include:

1. Implement best practice re-engagement program and educational plan for clients.
2. Implement educational, activity, and enrichment plans for children and families participating in school programming, in conjunction with families and staff.
3. Network with and connect appropriate community resources/services.
4. Maintain up-to-date documentation and records of all families participating in school programming in appropriate databases.
5. Produce timely data reports, including outcome measures and quarterly reports for city contracts and other outcome reporting
6. Develop and implement education, activity and enrichment plan for children and families staying at The Tamarac, in conjunction with guests and staff.
7. Complete the following training: 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.
8. Ensure all Salvation Army policies are observed while assessing the needs and goals of families and the program.
9. 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.
• Must have some experience working with poor and culturally diverse populations. The individual must have/obtain current certification in first aid and CPR skills or obtain them within six months of hire. The individual should have crisis intervention and non-violent mediation skills.
• This position requires driving:
  • A minimum age of 21 (for insurance provision) and possession of a valid in-state driver's license is required.
  • An MVR will be processed every year in accordance with The Salvation Army's policies.
• Background Check
  • Continued employment will be contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check that is processed in accordance with The Salvation Army's policies

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, ability to make public presentations, ability to 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, and email required. Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs 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 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 requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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