Community Resource Navigator - Employment

Lutheran Services in Iowa; Waterloo (IA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Generous paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Mileage reimbursement

Comprehensive insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Lutheran Services in Iowa is hiring a part-time Community Resource Navigator to provide essential support services to clients. This role focuses on helping clients overcome challenges related to language and culture, ensuring successful integration into the community.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least 6 months of related experience, demonstrating bilingual skills to enhance client assistance.

Qualifications

• 6 months of related experience in community services or support.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and at least one other language.
• Lived experience may be considered qualifying.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support services to LSI clients as part of the employment team.
• Assist clients in overcoming language and cultural barriers.
• Facilitate educational activities and workshops for clients.

Skills

Bilingual communication

Community support

Cultural competency

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Community Resource Navigator

If you're looking for a way to make a positive change in your community, LSI is looking for you. Join our team as a Community Resource Navigator today! This is a benefit eligible, part-time 30 hour per week position.

What You'll Do

The Community Resource Navigator will provide direct support services to LSI clients as part of the employment team. The Navigator will assist clients in overcoming language and cultural differences and reducing barriers to work towards community integration and self-sufficiency. The Community Resource Navigator will use bilingual or multilingual skills to facilitate support clients in educational activities and workshops in order to maximize clients' understanding and utilization of LSI services and community resources. Communicate information to clients from educational classes, appointments, and paperwork. Work with community partners, volunteers, and other LSI staff to ensure high-quality services to clients in a plan of action that supports client goals.

Daytime availability preferred. Applicants must be available for in-person work, but some remote opportunities may be available. Work schedule will vary frequently depending on available hours.

What You'll Need

High school diploma/GED and 6 months related experience. Qualified candidates will have the ability to communicate successfully in English and at least one other language to meet the needs of populations served. Lived experience may be considered qualifying.

How We’ll Support You

In addition to joining an outstanding team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer matching contributions
• Generous paid time off accrual, paid holidays and flex holidays
• Flexible scheduling opportunities for many positions
• Mileage reimbursement
• Comprehensive insurance coverage, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Exclusive Team LSI benefits, including complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services, Nationwide Pet Insurance, Rainy Day Pal support, partnerships with Dupaco Credit Union, DailyPay advanced pay services, and more
• As a nonprofit organization, LSI employees may also be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other student loan repayment assistance programs