Fairfax County Government
Fairfax, VA
This position includes a signing bonus of $2,500 (full-time) for new county hires. Are you a champion for kinship placements? Have you been told you have excellent engagement and assessment skills? Do you enjoy a bit of detective work? The Division of Children, Youth and Families (CYF) of the Department of Family Services (DFS) is seeking a Kinship Navigator (Social Services Specialist III) to connect and work directly with kinship caregivers of children at risk of separation or who have already entered the child welfare system. Learn more about the culture of DFS, meet our director and some of our employees, watch videos about our programs, and check out the great health benefits offered by Fairfax County. Grow your career with Fairfax County! With more than 16,000 employees, Fairfax County is a diverse workforce offering employees stimulating and challenging opportunities across a broad scope of career opportunities. As a Fairfax County employee, you impact the well-being of our community every day. This is an exciting time to join Fairfax County Government as we shape racial and social equity policies in the county through the One Fairfax Policy. Using this framework, we intentionally consider equity when making policies or delivering programs and services. To learn more, we highly encourage you to watch the Becoming One Fairfax—An Introduction to Key Concepts video and visit the One Fairfax webpage here . The Department of Family Services (DFS) is committed to strengthening the well-being of its diverse community by protecting and improving the lives of all children, adults, and families through assistance, partnership, advocacy, outreach, and quality services. To learn more about DFS and its Mission, Vision, and Values, please click here . The Kinship Navigator is a member of the Permanency Unit under the Foster Care and Adoption (FC&A) Resource and Support Program. Under general supervision of the Social Services Supervisor, performs tasks independently to protect children and build family resilience as articulated by local, state, and federal policies and laws. Working hour is Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., however, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday hours will be required. Duties and responsibilities include the following:
Connects with Spanish speaking potential kinship caregivers by phone or in person early in the family finding process
Engages with kinship caregivers identified through Family Finding to explore placement options
Provides information to kinship caregivers considering becoming certified as resource parents
Supports the kinship caregivers with the emergency foster home approval process to include completion of the mutual family assessment
Visits kinship caregivers in their homes
Uses automated technology in multiple systems to maintain client data, case records, and correspondence
Assesses and evaluates the potential kinship caregivers and provides information and resources
Collaborates with social services specialists within the Division of CYF to provide services to kinship caregivers and their families
Participates in kinship practice improvement teams within CYF and within the community
Provides support and resources to Fairfax County residents through responding to calls on the Kinship Resource Line
Works collaboratively with CYF Quality Assurance staff to evaluate kinship services and promote positive outcomes for kinship families
Provides supervisory support to staff during the absence of the unit supervisor
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure child safety and improve outcomes in families and improve outcomes in families
Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.) Contributes to the development of protocols, policies, procedures, grants and contracts for a social services program, department, and other entities; Assists the supervisor in planning and carrying out training for new staff, providing guidance to staff. May directly supervise staff, and covers for the supervisor in their absence; Serves as a policy expert in an area of social work specialization; Conducts comprehensive clinical assessments and prepares and implements service plans; Works with clients to develop a plan of service to meet social, health, emotional and economic needs. With the client, formulates objectives and identifies actions to resolve the clients' problems; Conducts home visits to families for the purpose of monitoring, counseling and supervision; Provides crisis intervention on a timely basis to clients or families whose well being is seriously and immediately threatened, to include Child Protective Services after-hours; Conducts mediation services to families in conflict; Investigates allegations of abuse and neglect of children, elderly persons and incapacitated adults who live in the community and institutional facilities; Makes assessment of risks posed to clients in accordance with state and local policies, and works to ensure risks are eliminated or minimized; Evaluates child's readiness for placement and recommends placement, ensuring compliance with legal provisions; Evaluates and trains foster and adoptive parents; Works with the community to identify families, children and individuals needing services and to coordinate these services using a wrap-around approach; Advocates and assists families and individuals in obtaining services (e.g., mental health, intellectual disability, alcohol and drug, housing referrals, home based services, training and medical services); Communicates and works with colleagues, clients and the community in a manner that supports the agency and program goals and objectives; Participates as a contributing member on interagency, multi-disciplinary teams, community groups and professional organizations; Collaborates and contributes to child specific teams on non-agency cases as assigned to assist in identifying community resources and services for families; Assesses eligibility for foster care protect/prevent funds; Participates, collaborates and contributes to Comprehensive Services Act activities for families on caseload; Provides training and education on a variety of social work topics; Uses automated technology and hard copy files to maintain and update case data, notes, documents, records, contacts and summaries of information; Manages and maintains program data and outcomes.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.) Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of social work; Thorough knowledge of current social service problems and methods/approaches to address issues; Thorough knowledge of regulations and guidelines relating to the assigned area of social service specialization; Knowledge of casework supervision practices and procedures; Ability to analyze case information and to reach sound decisions on the basis of such information; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Ability to use automated technology to establish and maintain case records; Ability to maintain professional ethics and confidentiality of client information; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.; Ability to schedule and manage workload sufficiently to meet deadlines; Ability to provide guidance, direction, supervision and coaching to less-experienced staff; Ability to provide management and oversight of a program or project.
Employment Standards
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree, plus three years of professional social work experience. A master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Contingent upon the area of assignment, some positions within this class may require specific certification(s) prior to employment and/or the ability to acquire necessary certification(s) within a specified time period following employment. The certifications are identified in the position description and employment advertisement . CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: Valid driver's license. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background, a driving record check, and a Child Protective Services check to the satisfaction of the employer. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in social work (MSW) or a related human services degree
Knowledge of kinship practices and experience working with kinship families
At least four (4) years of work experience in Child Welfare
Experience working with individuals and families from diverse multi-cultural populations and facilitating community outreach.
Spanish Speaking
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sufficiently mobile to attend home visits, court, meetings, and community events outside the office. Ability to use automated technology. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work requires performing tasks with risks of secondary traumatic stress (STS). Ability to navigate through and make decisions in stressful and crisis situations. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include a practical exercise. The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 39.8% of residents speak a language other than English at home ( Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others ) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
This position includes a signing bonus of $2,500 (full-time) for new county hires. Are you a champion for kinship placements? Have you been told you have excellent engagement and assessment skills? Do you enjoy a bit of detective work? The Division of Children, Youth and Families (CYF) of the Department of Family Services (DFS) is seeking a Kinship Navigator (Social Services Specialist III) to connect and work directly with kinship caregivers of children at risk of separation or who have already entered the child welfare system. Learn more about the culture of DFS, meet our director and some of our employees, watch videos about our programs, and check out the great health benefits offered by Fairfax County. Grow your career with Fairfax County! With more than 16,000 employees, Fairfax County is a diverse workforce offering employees stimulating and challenging opportunities across a broad scope of career opportunities. As a Fairfax County employee, you impact the well-being of our community every day. This is an exciting time to join Fairfax County Government as we shape racial and social equity policies in the county through the One Fairfax Policy. Using this framework, we intentionally consider equity when making policies or delivering programs and services. To learn more, we highly encourage you to watch the Becoming One Fairfax—An Introduction to Key Concepts video and visit the One Fairfax webpage here . The Department of Family Services (DFS) is committed to strengthening the well-being of its diverse community by protecting and improving the lives of all children, adults, and families through assistance, partnership, advocacy, outreach, and quality services. To learn more about DFS and its Mission, Vision, and Values, please click here . The Kinship Navigator is a member of the Permanency Unit under the Foster Care and Adoption (FC&A) Resource and Support Program. Under general supervision of the Social Services Supervisor, performs tasks independently to protect children and build family resilience as articulated by local, state, and federal policies and laws. Working hour is Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., however, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday hours will be required. Duties and responsibilities include the following:
Connects with Spanish speaking potential kinship caregivers by phone or in person early in the family finding process
Engages with kinship caregivers identified through Family Finding to explore placement options
Provides information to kinship caregivers considering becoming certified as resource parents
Supports the kinship caregivers with the emergency foster home approval process to include completion of the mutual family assessment
Visits kinship caregivers in their homes
Uses automated technology in multiple systems to maintain client data, case records, and correspondence
Assesses and evaluates the potential kinship caregivers and provides information and resources
Collaborates with social services specialists within the Division of CYF to provide services to kinship caregivers and their families
Participates in kinship practice improvement teams within CYF and within the community
Provides support and resources to Fairfax County residents through responding to calls on the Kinship Resource Line
Works collaboratively with CYF Quality Assurance staff to evaluate kinship services and promote positive outcomes for kinship families
Provides supervisory support to staff during the absence of the unit supervisor
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure child safety and improve outcomes in families and improve outcomes in families
Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.) Contributes to the development of protocols, policies, procedures, grants and contracts for a social services program, department, and other entities; Assists the supervisor in planning and carrying out training for new staff, providing guidance to staff. May directly supervise staff, and covers for the supervisor in their absence; Serves as a policy expert in an area of social work specialization; Conducts comprehensive clinical assessments and prepares and implements service plans; Works with clients to develop a plan of service to meet social, health, emotional and economic needs. With the client, formulates objectives and identifies actions to resolve the clients' problems; Conducts home visits to families for the purpose of monitoring, counseling and supervision; Provides crisis intervention on a timely basis to clients or families whose well being is seriously and immediately threatened, to include Child Protective Services after-hours; Conducts mediation services to families in conflict; Investigates allegations of abuse and neglect of children, elderly persons and incapacitated adults who live in the community and institutional facilities; Makes assessment of risks posed to clients in accordance with state and local policies, and works to ensure risks are eliminated or minimized; Evaluates child's readiness for placement and recommends placement, ensuring compliance with legal provisions; Evaluates and trains foster and adoptive parents; Works with the community to identify families, children and individuals needing services and to coordinate these services using a wrap-around approach; Advocates and assists families and individuals in obtaining services (e.g., mental health, intellectual disability, alcohol and drug, housing referrals, home based services, training and medical services); Communicates and works with colleagues, clients and the community in a manner that supports the agency and program goals and objectives; Participates as a contributing member on interagency, multi-disciplinary teams, community groups and professional organizations; Collaborates and contributes to child specific teams on non-agency cases as assigned to assist in identifying community resources and services for families; Assesses eligibility for foster care protect/prevent funds; Participates, collaborates and contributes to Comprehensive Services Act activities for families on caseload; Provides training and education on a variety of social work topics; Uses automated technology and hard copy files to maintain and update case data, notes, documents, records, contacts and summaries of information; Manages and maintains program data and outcomes.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.) Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of social work; Thorough knowledge of current social service problems and methods/approaches to address issues; Thorough knowledge of regulations and guidelines relating to the assigned area of social service specialization; Knowledge of casework supervision practices and procedures; Ability to analyze case information and to reach sound decisions on the basis of such information; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Ability to use automated technology to establish and maintain case records; Ability to maintain professional ethics and confidentiality of client information; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.; Ability to schedule and manage workload sufficiently to meet deadlines; Ability to provide guidance, direction, supervision and coaching to less-experienced staff; Ability to provide management and oversight of a program or project.
Employment Standards
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree, plus three years of professional social work experience. A master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Contingent upon the area of assignment, some positions within this class may require specific certification(s) prior to employment and/or the ability to acquire necessary certification(s) within a specified time period following employment. The certifications are identified in the position description and employment advertisement . CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: Valid driver's license. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background, a driving record check, and a Child Protective Services check to the satisfaction of the employer. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in social work (MSW) or a related human services degree
Knowledge of kinship practices and experience working with kinship families
At least four (4) years of work experience in Child Welfare
Experience working with individuals and families from diverse multi-cultural populations and facilitating community outreach.
Spanish Speaking
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sufficiently mobile to attend home visits, court, meetings, and community events outside the office. Ability to use automated technology. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work requires performing tasks with risks of secondary traumatic stress (STS). Ability to navigate through and make decisions in stressful and crisis situations. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include a practical exercise. The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 39.8% of residents speak a language other than English at home ( Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others ) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
Clark College
1933 Fort Vancouver Way Vancouver, Washington, 98663
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month, exempt Basic Needs Navigator position in the Student Affairs Unit, reporting to the Dean of Student Engagement. The Basic Needs Navigator (BNN) position will work with students to provide support and resources to meet their basic needs. This work includes providing intake, assessment, referrals and support in accessing educational, employment readiness, and financial and skill-building activities. The BNN will also work to build resource and referral connections with external organizations that provide basic needs resources. The BNN will also actively participate as a member of the statewide Cohort of BNNs, including attending trainings and meetings; contribute to the development of the statewide and campus specific Hunger-Free and Basic Needs Strategic Plan development and implementation; participate in ongoing evaluation and revision efforts to ensure appropriate and effective supports for prioritizing student basic needs; and in collaboration with WSAC and the SBCTC, support the implementation of a student survey that assess food and housing security and access to basic economic supports. The Basic Needs Navigator position is 32 hours per week (80% FTE) and benefits eligible. The typical schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This position requires in-person work. This position is exempt under FLSA but eligible for overtime and reports to the Dean of Student Engagement. The Basic Needs Navigator is funded by a state allocation and the Clark College Foundation. Continuation of the position is dependent upon ongoing program funding allocated by Washington State. At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
Position Responsibilities
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide follow up and ongoing support to help students resolve financial, personal, and other emergencies related to food insecurity and campus and community resources.
Implement an intake process for students to apply for public benefits that includes appropriate assessment of eligibility and overview of educational, employment readiness, financial, or other skill-building needs.
Provide intake, ongoing student support, and help facilitate wrap around services for students.
Collaborate with Student Leaders, Student Affairs Staff and other college employees to plan and implement campus programs addressing food and housing insecurity.
Participate in college wide efforts to support student access, persistence, and completion as part of Guided Pathways, Adult Reengagement, and other initiatives.
Coordinate with community agencies to increase student access to basic needs including housing, childcare, food, healthcare, and transportation resources. Serve as liaison between community agencies and students and make appropriate referrals.
Lead efforts to develop community resource referral processes, documents, and marketing materials.
Maintain student confidentiality and comply with FERPA regulations.
Actively participate as a member of the statewide Benefits Navigator Cohort, including attending trainings and meetings.
Contribute to the development of the statewide and campus specific Hunger-Free and Basic Needs Strategic Plan development and implementation.
Participate in ongoing evaluation and revision efforts to ensure appropriate and effective supports for prioritizing student basic needs.
In collaboration with WSAC and the SBCTC support the implementation of a student survey that assess food and housing security and access to basic economic supports Supporting Students.
Work with other Benefit Navigators and the SBCTC to enhance community partnerships to support students and increase options for individuals to meet their basic needs.
Conduct outreach and recruitment that targets low-income and food-insecure students.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate’s degree AND two (2) years of experience serving students or equivalent related education/work experience.
Experience planning and organizing that includes using communication skills, public speaking, listening, and writing.
Experience working with Google Suite, Microsoft Office or similar programs.
Experience effectively handling sensitive and confidential information and materials.
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
JOB READINESS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Strong problem-solving skills
Excellent customer service, communication, presentation, and teamwork skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Experience working with diverse populations including students, staff, faculty, and community members.
Availability for in-state travel for trainings and meetings.
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
Supplemental Information
WHAT WE OFFER:
A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs.
McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events
SALARY RANGE: $46,477-$53,780 annually at 80% FTE (based on full time salary of $58,059-$67,226) commensurate with qualifications and experience. Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases. Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver. APPLICATION PROCESS Required Online Application Materials:
Clark College Online Application
Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process
Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs . To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105 or email recruitment@clark.edu . APPLICATION DEADLINE: Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., October 26, 2023. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Completion of academic degrees will also be verified through receipt of official transcripts. DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360)992-2105 or by video phone at (360)991-0901. SECURITY The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu . The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php . ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work. CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office. Clark College’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference. Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Gerald Gabbard, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, ggabbard@clark.edu , 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice. Clark College Human Resources October 6, 2023 23-00101
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month, exempt Basic Needs Navigator position in the Student Affairs Unit, reporting to the Dean of Student Engagement. The Basic Needs Navigator (BNN) position will work with students to provide support and resources to meet their basic needs. This work includes providing intake, assessment, referrals and support in accessing educational, employment readiness, and financial and skill-building activities. The BNN will also work to build resource and referral connections with external organizations that provide basic needs resources. The BNN will also actively participate as a member of the statewide Cohort of BNNs, including attending trainings and meetings; contribute to the development of the statewide and campus specific Hunger-Free and Basic Needs Strategic Plan development and implementation; participate in ongoing evaluation and revision efforts to ensure appropriate and effective supports for prioritizing student basic needs; and in collaboration with WSAC and the SBCTC, support the implementation of a student survey that assess food and housing security and access to basic economic supports. The Basic Needs Navigator position is 32 hours per week (80% FTE) and benefits eligible. The typical schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This position requires in-person work. This position is exempt under FLSA but eligible for overtime and reports to the Dean of Student Engagement. The Basic Needs Navigator is funded by a state allocation and the Clark College Foundation. Continuation of the position is dependent upon ongoing program funding allocated by Washington State. At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
Position Responsibilities
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide follow up and ongoing support to help students resolve financial, personal, and other emergencies related to food insecurity and campus and community resources.
Implement an intake process for students to apply for public benefits that includes appropriate assessment of eligibility and overview of educational, employment readiness, financial, or other skill-building needs.
Provide intake, ongoing student support, and help facilitate wrap around services for students.
Collaborate with Student Leaders, Student Affairs Staff and other college employees to plan and implement campus programs addressing food and housing insecurity.
Participate in college wide efforts to support student access, persistence, and completion as part of Guided Pathways, Adult Reengagement, and other initiatives.
Coordinate with community agencies to increase student access to basic needs including housing, childcare, food, healthcare, and transportation resources. Serve as liaison between community agencies and students and make appropriate referrals.
Lead efforts to develop community resource referral processes, documents, and marketing materials.
Maintain student confidentiality and comply with FERPA regulations.
Actively participate as a member of the statewide Benefits Navigator Cohort, including attending trainings and meetings.
Contribute to the development of the statewide and campus specific Hunger-Free and Basic Needs Strategic Plan development and implementation.
Participate in ongoing evaluation and revision efforts to ensure appropriate and effective supports for prioritizing student basic needs.
In collaboration with WSAC and the SBCTC support the implementation of a student survey that assess food and housing security and access to basic economic supports Supporting Students.
Work with other Benefit Navigators and the SBCTC to enhance community partnerships to support students and increase options for individuals to meet their basic needs.
Conduct outreach and recruitment that targets low-income and food-insecure students.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate’s degree AND two (2) years of experience serving students or equivalent related education/work experience.
Experience planning and organizing that includes using communication skills, public speaking, listening, and writing.
Experience working with Google Suite, Microsoft Office or similar programs.
Experience effectively handling sensitive and confidential information and materials.
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
JOB READINESS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Strong problem-solving skills
Excellent customer service, communication, presentation, and teamwork skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Experience working with diverse populations including students, staff, faculty, and community members.
Availability for in-state travel for trainings and meetings.
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
Supplemental Information
WHAT WE OFFER:
A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs.
McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events
SALARY RANGE: $46,477-$53,780 annually at 80% FTE (based on full time salary of $58,059-$67,226) commensurate with qualifications and experience. Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases. Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver. APPLICATION PROCESS Required Online Application Materials:
Clark College Online Application
Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process
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AIDS Foundation of Chicago
The primary responsibility of the Community Partnerships Employment Specialists is to assist justice- involved individuals in identifying and addressing barriers to obtaining gainful employment. This role serves a key function as a part of the Women Evolving program which aims to increase economic opportunities of Black Cis and Trans women. This includes creating partnerships with employers, staying closely connected with partner agencies and their employment-related services, staying current about employment openings in the Chicagoland area, and connect individuals to these opportunities. This position will directly link with the Employment Navigators to provide workforce development to women of the Women Evolving program.
The salary range for this role is $42,000 to $50,000.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Coordination and Monitoring
Identify and overcome barriers for clients of the Women Evolving program to gain employment
Partner with RiseKit, Chicago Cook Workforce Alliance, Chicagoland Workforce Development, Employment coalitions and taskforce groups to build economic workforce partnerships, identify and increase workforce opportunities
Research and develop relationships with employers, colleges/universities, community organizations and major corporations and create/maintain database for workforce development
Represent the Women Evolving program and build relationships with clients, navigators, and corrections case managers
Assist to create and support a Housing and Employment Resource Center (HERC)
Connect clients with agencies and outside services related to employment and monitor their progress
Document employment and income goals for clients in CaseWorthy (AFC’s client database)
Assist clients with obtaining and/or completing necessary documents to submit for possible employment
Provide transportation for clients to employment-related events or appointments as needed
Provide regular feedback about program successes and challenges to Director of Capacity Building, Training & Workforce Development
Provide ongoing support to Women Evolving during employment-related events including summits or virtual training sessions
Participate in case management meetings with staff and other team members to strategize about employment opportunities, provide updates and increase effectiveness with clients involving difficult situations
Assist Community Partnerships Sr. Employment Specialist on projects as determined and directed by the Director of Capacity Building, Training & Workforce Development
Other
Work collaboratively with all Women Evolving and Community Partnerships & Special Projects team members
Participate in staff training, staff meetings, and development activities as directed
Assist with agency-wide activities as directed, including Annual Meeting, AIDS Run & Walk, and others
Protect organization's value and manage risk by keeping information confidential
Perform other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION)
Minimum Qualifications
2 years’ experience in employment coordinator, case management, or social work
Preferred Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in social work, public health, psychology, counseling, or a related field
Previous experience working with justice-involved populations
Experience working with employers, supportive employment programs, and job training initiative
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The ability to develop and deliver formal presentations to others that may include management, peers, team members, and others outside the organization
The ability to manage time so that the priority of activities determines the timing and amount of attention received
The ability to enter, record, store, or maintain information in written or electronic form
Basic knowledge of HIV infection, homelessness and justice involvement and related chronic diseases
Knowledge of the causes of homelessness, who it affects, and the factors (
Knowledge of, or ability to quickly develop competency with, issues related to justice involvement, effective intervention techniques, and motivational interviewing.
Understanding stigma, mental illness, and effective crisis intervention techniques
The ability and willingness to respect and value the differences and perceptions of different groups/individuals
The ability to use various Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
The ability to develop and maintain professional, trusting, and positive working relationships with mangers, supervisors, staff, co-workers, partner agencies, and vendors
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment is representative of that found in a general office environment. Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (2-15 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods at a keyboard or workstation and on the telephone.
The primary responsibility of the Community Partnerships Employment Specialists is to assist justice- involved individuals in identifying and addressing barriers to obtaining gainful employment. This role serves a key function as a part of the Women Evolving program which aims to increase economic opportunities of Black Cis and Trans women. This includes creating partnerships with employers, staying closely connected with partner agencies and their employment-related services, staying current about employment openings in the Chicagoland area, and connect individuals to these opportunities. This position will directly link with the Employment Navigators to provide workforce development to women of the Women Evolving program.
The salary range for this role is $42,000 to $50,000.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Coordination and Monitoring
Identify and overcome barriers for clients of the Women Evolving program to gain employment
Partner with RiseKit, Chicago Cook Workforce Alliance, Chicagoland Workforce Development, Employment coalitions and taskforce groups to build economic workforce partnerships, identify and increase workforce opportunities
Research and develop relationships with employers, colleges/universities, community organizations and major corporations and create/maintain database for workforce development
Represent the Women Evolving program and build relationships with clients, navigators, and corrections case managers
Assist to create and support a Housing and Employment Resource Center (HERC)
Connect clients with agencies and outside services related to employment and monitor their progress
Document employment and income goals for clients in CaseWorthy (AFC’s client database)
Assist clients with obtaining and/or completing necessary documents to submit for possible employment
Provide transportation for clients to employment-related events or appointments as needed
Provide regular feedback about program successes and challenges to Director of Capacity Building, Training & Workforce Development
Provide ongoing support to Women Evolving during employment-related events including summits or virtual training sessions
Participate in case management meetings with staff and other team members to strategize about employment opportunities, provide updates and increase effectiveness with clients involving difficult situations
Assist Community Partnerships Sr. Employment Specialist on projects as determined and directed by the Director of Capacity Building, Training & Workforce Development
Other
Work collaboratively with all Women Evolving and Community Partnerships & Special Projects team members
Participate in staff training, staff meetings, and development activities as directed
Assist with agency-wide activities as directed, including Annual Meeting, AIDS Run & Walk, and others
Protect organization's value and manage risk by keeping information confidential
Perform other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION)
Minimum Qualifications
2 years’ experience in employment coordinator, case management, or social work
Preferred Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in social work, public health, psychology, counseling, or a related field
Previous experience working with justice-involved populations
Experience working with employers, supportive employment programs, and job training initiative
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The ability to develop and deliver formal presentations to others that may include management, peers, team members, and others outside the organization
The ability to manage time so that the priority of activities determines the timing and amount of attention received
The ability to enter, record, store, or maintain information in written or electronic form
Basic knowledge of HIV infection, homelessness and justice involvement and related chronic diseases
Knowledge of the causes of homelessness, who it affects, and the factors (
Knowledge of, or ability to quickly develop competency with, issues related to justice involvement, effective intervention techniques, and motivational interviewing.
Understanding stigma, mental illness, and effective crisis intervention techniques
The ability and willingness to respect and value the differences and perceptions of different groups/individuals
The ability to use various Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
The ability to develop and maintain professional, trusting, and positive working relationships with mangers, supervisors, staff, co-workers, partner agencies, and vendors
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment is representative of that found in a general office environment. Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (2-15 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods at a keyboard or workstation and on the telephone.