Family Navigator - Parents as Teachers

Hilltop Community Resources Inc.; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedules

Full-time Mon-Fri 8-5

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Meaningful work

Job summary

Hilltop Community Resources seeks a dedicated Family Navigator to support parents and children, preventing placement disruption. You will use strengths-based practice and the PAT model to connect families with resources and education through visits, group meetings and screenings.

We offer competitive pay, a range of benefits, and opportunities for growth in a values-driven, inclusive workplace based in western Colorado.

Qualifications

• Two years of college or two years of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPR Certificate/First Aid (preferred).
• Driver License (required).

Responsibilities

• Become trained and certified in assigned Hilltop Program and perform duties per fidelity standards.
• Complete certification(s) required for the position.
• Make initial contact with participant family to present available services and provide referrals.
• Enroll families and develop individualized goal/plan.
• Administer all required assessments and screenings with families.
• Enter and maintain data in program databases per program regulations.
• Collaborate with relevant agencies to assist clients in meeting goals.
• Plan, advertise, and implement lessons, activities and parenting classes based on program curriculum requirements.

Education

Two years of college or two years of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CPR Certificate/First Aid (preferred)

Driver License (required)

Job description

Hilltop's mission is to create connection to build a community where everyone belongs. We value Relationship, Integrity, Courage, Inclusivity, Growth, and Fun.

Who We Are:

At Hilltop Community Resources, we are more than a multi-faceted non-profit organization that serves our community. We’re a large and vibrant collection of creative and driven individuals that each play a unique and important part in what we do every day. Headquartered in beautiful Western Colorado, Hilltop is invested in the betterment of where we live, work and play. For 75 years, Hilltop has provided resources and support for a wide range of people of all ages, stages and walks of life. Our approach is rooted in our values that we weave into everything we do. We care about people and prioritize a healthy and happy workplace culture.

The Part You’ll Play:

Working at Hilltop is a fantastic opportunity with lots of chances for growth, connection and team building. Hilltop values the employee experience and promotes a culture of purpose and belonging for every employee. We believe work can be fulfilling and fun. This role is no exception. An overview of this position entails…This position is responsible for supporting parents and their children, preventing out-of-home placement or current placement disruption. Depending on assigned role, utilizes the Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework and a variety of evidence-based practices to help families navigate the resources needed to become healthy, stable and safe. This position is also responsible for the implementation of the Parents as Teachers (PAT) model, emphasizing parent-child interactions, development centered parenting, and family well-being in their work with families. Utilizing the PAT Foundational Curriculum in diverse, equitable, and inclusive ways, the Family Navigator partners, facilitates, and reflects with families. This is accomplished by providing education in the form of personal visits, group meetings, screenings, and linkages to a network of resources for parents and children.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Become trained and/or certified in assigned Hilltop Program, curriculum or Practice, and conduct duties in accordance to fidelity standards, grant requirements and program guidelines.

2. Complete certification(s) required for position, which may include, but not be limited to High Fidelity Wraparound Standards, Credentials of the Colorado Standards for Peer and Family Specialist, Credentials of the Family Resource Center (FRC), Parents as Teachers (PaT), or other required training, as applicable to assigned role.

3. Make initial contact, via Family Resource Center (FRC) walk-in or other internal or external referral source, with participant family to present available services and provide referrals and/or concrete support through one-on-one meetings, home visits, and/or phone contact.

4. Upon enrollment, create a family working file with all necessary documentation; assist families in developing their individualized goal/plan.

5. Administer all required assessments and screenings with families.

6. Enter and maintain data as required by assigned program.

7. Share “lived” experience with participants/families by modeling effective personal interactions and behaviors, advocating for and supporting individuals, sharing personal experiences, mentoring individuals, and helping to build natural supports.

8. Refer families to external services and resources when family needs are outside the scope of Navigator’s professional training.

9. While making a minimum of two contacts per month for families on caseload, create and maintain accurate and timely contact notes and enter timely data in appropriate program databases per program regulations.

10. Collaborate with relevant agencies to assist clients with meeting goals.

11. Plan, advertise, and implement lessons, activities and parenting classes based on specific program curriculum requirements.

12. Facilitate screenings for development, health, vision, and hearing to complete appropriate documentation and processes as needed.

More Specifically, In This Role We Request: This position requires some specific skills that we hope you can bring.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Two years of college or two years of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS

• CPR Certificate/First Aid Certificate (preferred)

Now Tell Us About You:

Here’s your chance to shine! Hilltop recognizes the unique experiences, and skill sets every individual brings to the table. We know the journey is different for everyone. This position will stop accepting applications on 11/02/2026.

Before you join the Hilltopper Community:

Connections come with care! Before you join our team, you will be required to go through some background checks and health clearances to ensure the safety and wellbeing of everyone in our community.

CLEARANCES & HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

The following background checks are conducted by Hilltop Community Resources:

• Sex Offender Registry
• Driving Record
• Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion List
• Non-Facility Fingerprint Card
• Non-Facility TRAILS (Child Abuse Registry)
• Any other required vaccination

Perks and Benefits to Sweeten the Pot:

• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• The starting wage range for this role is $22.35 to $23.46 per hour.
• Part-time and full-time schedules that can fit your needs.
• The schedule for this specific position is a full-time schedule of Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.
• Professional and personal development opportunities for all employees
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• Meaningful work that makes a positive impact in the community and lives of others

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver License

Preferred

CPR/First Aid

Equal Opportunity Employer

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