EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM ASSOCIATE III-Military Families

Patterson; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Patterson invites applications for the Military Family Kinship Navigator to serve military families in Missouri, including Guard, Reserve, and those with a recently ended tour of duty. The role centers on outreach, connecting families with ParentLink resources, and guiding expansion to meet military family needs.

The position requires an Associate’s degree or equivalent plus at least 6 months of related experience; environment includes MS Word/Excel and learning iCarol.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required or equivalent and at least 6 months of related experience
• Strong knowledge of MS Word and Excel
• Ability to learn new software programs such as iCarol
• Experience serving military families is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach and engagement connecting military families with ParentLink resources
• Lead efforts to inform ParentLink service expansion to address military family needs
• Address issues such as residual stress and transition from military to civilian life

Job description

Job Description

The Military Family Kinship Navigator will serve military families living in Missouri, including Guard, Reserve, and those with a parent who has recently ended their tour of duty.

The navigator will provide outreach and engagement that connects these families with the resources of ParentLink and, in turn, their local communities.

The navigator will provide leadership to inform ParentLink service expansion to serve the unique challenges and needs of military families even more strongly.

These issues include impacts of residual stress and trauma on family members, transition from military to civilian living, etc.

Shift

M-F 8-5 with occasional night or weekend.

Minimum Qualifications

An Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 months of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Child and Family Development, Counseling, Health Administration, or related area.
• Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to learn new software programs such as iCarol client and resource data management systems.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Grade GGS-007

University Title: Educational Program Associate III

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts.

For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.

This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America.

For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-7976.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.