Youth Traditional Navigator - CF051

Job DetailsJob Location: Gresham Floor 1 - Gresham, OR 97030Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $21.50 - $29.50 HourlyTitle: Youth Traditional Navigator Location: Child & Family - 620 NE 2nd St., Gresham, OR 97030 Schedule: This is an in person position, Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Wage Range: $21.50 – $29.50 hourly, non-exempt   If you are a motivated and dedicated Youth Traditional Navigator looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!   At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.       Company Mission: The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.   About the Company:   At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.   Position Overview: The Youth Traditional Navigator provides support for youth and their families through individualized planning, mentorship, and coordination with community resources. The goals are to promote positive development by helping youth build healthy behaviors, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities.   What you will do: Provide culturally responsive support designed for Native American youth and their families. Build trust and rapport using engagement tactics that align with Native American values and practices. Provide transportation for youth to required services, appointments, and other events. Connect youth to Native American social events and traditional activities, when appropriate. Promote and support healthy connections to heritage, traditions, and community. Support youth in developing leadership skills and involvement in their communities. Notify the assigned ODHS Caseworker immediately if a youth misses any scheduled appointment(s). Support ODHS with the goals of safety, permanency, facilitate reunification, and well-being of child(ren). Help support ODHS with working through barriers to treatment for children and families referred by DHS Child Welfare by providing transportation, resources, and support. Initial contact with the family occurs within 5 days of receiving the referral. Provide services in-person at the referring ODHS branch office, the home of the client, contractor’s office or at various locations located in the community. The specific location is determined through discussion with the client, the caseworker, and other professionals included by the caseworker or listed on the referral. Services are expected to last 12 months with a client. If additional time is necessary, get prior approval from referring caseworker. Provide services to 15 clients per month. Complete and submit clear, concise documentation timely per NARA NW and ODHS contract. Maintain good communication and relationships with DHS Child Welfare providers/case managers, coworkers, and other community partners. QualificationsWe would like to hear from people that have: Either High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification required. Deep, lived experience within a Native American and Alaska Native community. A deep understanding of culturally specific approaches to mental health, addiction recovery, and holistic healing. Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community. Peer Support Specialist (PSS) or Peer Wellness Specialist certification preferred but will be required within the first year of hire. One year of experience performing the duties noted above or equivalents. Willingness and ability to work flexible work schedule. Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients, the community, and other staff members. Knowledge of mental health issues and child welfare services preferred. Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests. Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.     What’s in it for you?   15 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, December 25th and your birthday!   Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.  Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente 15 Paid Holidays (Listed Above) 13 Paid Days of Sick Time 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days) $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D Short Term and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Account  Health Spending Account 401(k) with 4% Match Employee Assistance Program Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days) Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC   How to apply: To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org) Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all! Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.   NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.   NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.   Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart   Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.   This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.