Culturally Connected Youth Navigator

Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest, Inc. (NARA); Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

NARA Northwest is seeking a Youth Traditional Navigator to support Native American youth and families in person in Gresham, Oregon. The role runs Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm.

The position focuses on mentorship, resource coordination, and culturally respectful engagement, with a wage range of $21.50 to $29.50 per hour and non-exempt status. You will connect youth to tribal events, facilitate transportation, maintain documentation, and collaborate with ODHS caseworkers to promote

Qualifications

• Provide culturally responsive support for Native American youth and families.
• Engage with youth using practices aligned with Native American values.
• Coordinate transportation and connections to community resources.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

NARA Northwest is seeking a Youth Traditional Navigator to support Native American youth and families in person in Gresham, Oregon. The role runs Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm.

The position focuses on mentorship, resource coordination, and culturally respectful engagement, with a wage range of $21.50 to $29.50 per hour and non-exempt status. You will connect youth to tribal events, facilitate transportation, maintain documentation, and collaborate with ODHS caseworkers to promote