Family Navigator: Schools & Community Resources

CSAP; Truro; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Province of Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education is seeking a Parent Navigator for the Cobequid and Nova Families of Schools in Truro, NS. The role supports children, youth and families by navigating services within the school and community, ensuring timely access and understanding of available resources.

Under the Lead SchoolsPlus Facilitator, the navigator builds trusted relationships, coordinates with partner agencies, and assists families with appointments, advocacy, and self-advocacy.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or certificate in a related field and at least two years of experience or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of community resources and services for families.
• Ability to establish caring, trusting relationships and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist families to access school and community resources.
• Navigate children, youth and families to services with timely support.
• Maintain records of contacts, actions and follow-up outcomes.
• Protect confidentiality and privacy as per policies.
• Collaborate with schools and community partners to create opportunities for youth involvement.
• Attend meetings and trainings as required.
• Provide transportation, encouragement, and accompaniment to appointments.
• Help families navigate systems to access needed services.

Skills

Communication

Family navigation

Collaboration

Education

Post-secondary diploma or certificate in youth care / human services / child development

Job description

Province of Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education is seeking a Parent Navigator for the Cobequid and Nova Families of Schools in Truro, NS. The role supports children, youth and families by navigating services within the school and community, ensuring timely access and understanding of available resources.

Under the Lead SchoolsPlus Facilitator, the navigator builds trusted relationships, coordinates with partner agencies, and assists families with appointments, advocacy, and self-advocacy.