Youth Reentry & Resource Navigator

Eckerd Connects; Miami Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision

19 days of Paid Time Off the firstyear

11 paid holidays

Retirement savings plan with employer

PTO Exchange

Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Eckerd Connects is seeking a Navigator to support youth reentry efforts in the Miami area. The role focuses on coordinating transition planning, engaging families, and connecting youths with community resources to address service needs.

The position requires driving, background checks, and adherence to care provider guidelines, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with multiple agencies to ensure successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an associate degree with relevant experience.
• Drug screen required per workplace policy.
• Must maintain safe driving record and have use of a vehicle for business.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in Transition Conference and related meetings; assist with Transition Plan for each youth.
• Meet with Parent/Guardian before release to establish family relationship and service needs.
• Identify resources with JPO to address youth and family needs.
• Facilitate referral process to resources and coordinate with youth and family.
• Initiate services for identified resources and monitor progress with participants.
• Maintain youth case files and notes; coordinate with DJJ staff and local agencies.
• Establish relationships with DJJ staff, law enforcement, and court offices.

Skills

Drug screen compliance

Vehicle for business use

Background screening

Relationship building with youth & fam

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree + 2 years' relevant experience

4+ years with adolescents substituting education

Job description

Eckerd Connects is seeking a Navigator to support youth reentry efforts in the Miami area. The role focuses on coordinating transition planning, engaging families, and connecting youths with community resources to address service needs.

The position requires driving, background checks, and adherence to care provider guidelines, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with multiple agencies to ensure successful outcomes.