The purpose of a family systems navigator is to decrease fragmentation of care, coordinate services, and guide families seeking services through the child welfare system. Navigators bridge the gaps in family’s access to care. The primary responsibilities of the family systems navigator are to assist parents/families that have child welfare involvement to navigate through the child welfare system. Family systems navigators will have the responsibility of engaging in outreach and education strategies to increase awareness in their community.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in children’s systems
A strong working knowledge of Child Welfare, School Systems and Juvenile Justice
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with system partners
Be a liaison and navigation coordinator for system partners, including, but not limited to: Child Welfare, the Department of Juvenile Justice, and School Districts
Coordination also may occur with local law enforcement, Hospitals/Baker Act receiving facilities, and civil diversion programs (I.e., civil citation for youth), etc
Providing outreach to system partners pertaining to MRT services for the purpose of developing Memorandums of Understanding and Collaborative Agreements
Providing education to system partners as to the benefits and appropriate use of Mobile Response Services
Attending system partner meetings where MRT representation is needed - SHAC-Mental Health, collaborative i.e., school safety, Child Welfare/Behavioral Health Integration, and other Systems’ Meetings
Providing technical assistance with MRT staff that is specific to Child Welfare, School Systems, and Juvenile Justice
Providing collaboration with Child Welfare to assist foster parents in preventing placement disruptions
Providing input on MRT policies and procedures, as relevant
Attending necessary trainings and staffing’s with system partners and providing this information and education to MRT staff. Training and being a Coach to MRT staff in system needs and a point person for system navigation
Serving as a liaison between Mobile Response and other system partners for the purpose of ensuring effective communication and increasing needs being met
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