Community Navigator for Childcare & School Access

Nonprofit Connect; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Show Me KC Schools is seeking a dedicated Specialized Resource Navigator to support families with childcare and school access, funded through a multi-year grant. This in-person, full-time role emphasizes addressing barriers, partnering with housing communities, and collaborating with city-wide coalitions to advance workforce goals.

You will serve as a liaison, provide education, and help participants access training and employment opportunities in Kansas City, MO. Background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three or more years in non-profit or community outreach preferred.
• Experience working with people living in poverty and barriers to childcare/school access.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of Kansas City neighborhoods and transportation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with CEO team and community resources to address childcare and school access barriers.
• Engage participants at Phoenix Family-supported housing communities.
• Develop materials with the CEO project team and navigators.
• Maintain regular hours on-site at Phoenix Family housing communities.
• Build relationships with community partners and coalitions.
• Present workshops and community events with coaching.
• Complete CEO model training, EMPath Mobility Mentoring.
• Train on SchoolAppKC platform.
• Participate in annual outreach events.
• Record interactions and progress accurately.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

Non-profit outreach

Community engagement

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Knowledge of KC neighborhoods

Mobility support awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Show Me KC Schools is seeking a dedicated Specialized Resource Navigator to support families with childcare and school access, funded through a multi-year grant. This in-person, full-time role emphasizes addressing barriers, partnering with housing communities, and collaborating with city-wide coalitions to advance workforce goals.

You will serve as a liaison, provide education, and help participants access training and employment opportunities in Kansas City, MO. Background checks are required.