Family Navigator

Do you seek an environment that encourages everyone to grow to their fullest potential? Are you a people person with a strong attention to detail? Do you want to work for one of the top 10 non-profit organizations in Oregon for 5 consecutive years? Are you passionate about building a more just society by empowering Latinas to lead? Join the Adelante Mujeres family and become part of a growing organization providing award-winning programming and holistic services to more than 15,000 Latina women and children annually in Oregon. With your help, we can build the next generation of Latine leaders. Located in Forest Grove, and Hillsboro Oregon and founded in 2002, Adelante Mujeres is known for innovative responses to community concerns.

The Family Navigator (FN) guides children aged 0-5 and their families to support social and emotional well-being. This position will lead Parent Cafés, offer parent education, and manage cases. This role involves accurate data entry, referrals, adapting to client needs, and building collaborative relationships with colleagues, service providers, and clients. The Family Navigator is a key member of the Esperanza Mental Health and Wellness Team at Adelante Mujeres and reports to the Beyond Trauma Coordinator.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitates Parent Cafés and parenting education workshops using best practices.
• Provide navigation support to children ages 0-5 and their families to address social & emotional health and wellness needs.
• Conduct needs assessments for Latine households with children aged 0-5 in Washington County.   
• Enroll individuals in the Oregon Health Plan as an OHP assister.
• Maintain knowledge of community crisis resources and health services for participants' benefit.  

QUALIFICATIONS

We recognize that there are multiple expressions of professional readiness.  When we review applications, we take a comprehensive look at each applicant. Our goal is to assess your unique strengths. The ideal candidate has many of the following skills and experience: 

• A passionate commitment to the goals and mission of Adelante Mujeres and support for immigrant and BIPOC communities
• Bachelor's degree in Social Services, Education, or related field or certification in Community Health Work
• 2 years' experience doing case management or navigation support
• 2 years minimum in early childhood development and/or health experience
• 1 year minimum implementing and/or facilitating projects
• Bilingual Spanish/English required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar programs 
• Ability to work independently and flex schedule to meet family's needs and deadlines.

Additional Requirements 

• COVID-19 vaccine and booster required except for religious or medical accommodation.
• Complete Criminal Background Registry enrollment letter for facility number CC503161
• Possess current driver's license and auto insurance coverage.
• Ability to travel out of town to attend workshops or training.
• Ability to develop good working relationships with a wide range of people, including excellent verbal and written communication.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Salary range: $22-$24 per hour, depending on qualifications.
• Classification: Full-time, non-exempt, working 40 hours per week
• Telework: up to 2 days a week
• Consultation group for ongoing support
• Benefits: health, vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability, 401K pension plan, life insurance, EAP, professional development opportunities, paid leave of absence, paid holidays (12.5 days annually), sick days (up to 9 days annually), paid closure time during christmas and new year holidays, vacation per year (up to 20 days years one through five, up to 25 days after five years), and sabbatical (1 month at 10 years of employment)
• Opportunity for broad and impactful work with a visionary, growing organization

TO APPLY

Please complete a job application or submit the following material electronically (PDF preferred) through our career website:

• A one-page cover letter outlining your qualifications, experience and interest in the position and Adelante Mujeres
• A resume detailing relevant experience, qualifications, work history, education and accomplishments.
• Three professional references may be requested later in the hiring process.

Thank you for your interest in employment at Adelante Mujeres. We will be contacting applicants whose applications indicate a strong combination of relevant experience and qualifications and skills.

Closing date: Open until filled Anticipated start date: January 2024

------------------------ EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ------------------------ 

Adelante Mujeres is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or any related medical condition, physical or mental disability or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Adelante Mujeres is compliant with the American with Disabilities Act and we are committed to making special accommodations for your interview or work as a member of our team. If specific accommodations are needed, please notify hr@adelantemujeres.org and we will work to accommodate your needs.