Case Navigator

Case NavigatorLocation: Mid City, LAIndustry: Nonprofit / Social ServicesPay: $22/hrEmployment Type: Temporary, approximately 3 monthsSchedule: Full-Time | Hybrid, currently 3-4 days onsiteLanguage Requirement: Bilingual Spanish/English requiredPosition OverviewWe are seeking a compassionate and organized Case Navigator to support families and caregivers by helping them access community resources, benefits, and social services.This role will work directly with referred families to assess their needs, connect them with appropriate services, and provide ongoing support and advocacy. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience or education in social work, behavioral science, social sciences, or community services who wants to continue building hands-on experience in the field.Key ResponsibilitiesConnect with referred families and initiate support servicesAssess individual and family needs and connect them with appropriate community resourcesAssist caregivers with accessing available emergency resources and support programsProvide advocacy related to education, adoption, guardianship, and family servicesHelp families understand and access eligible government benefitsRefer families to community organizations and social service programsBuild relationships with community agencies and service providersMaintain accurate case documentation, reports, and client recordsParticipate in community outreach activities, caregiver events, and network meetingsMaintain confidentiality when handling sensitive client and family informationQualificationsBilingual Spanish/English requiredExperience or education in social work, behavioral science, social sciences, human services, public health, or a related areaDirect case management or Case Navigator experience is helpful but not requiredCandidates currently attending college may be consideredStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to write clear and concise case documentation and reportsStrong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlinesComfortable working directly with families and community organizationsProficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and general office technologyReliable transportation, valid driver's license, current vehicle registration, and automobile insurance requiredFlexibility to work occasional Saturdays as assignedEducation & ExperienceCandidates should meet one of the following:At least 32 college units, including 16 units in Social Work, Social Sciences, Humanities, Public Administration, Public Health, or a related area; orAt least 2 years of relevant experience in social work, behavioral science, social science, or a related social-services environmentIdeal CandidateThe ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, organized, and comfortable working directly with families who may need help navigating multiple services and resources.This could be a strong opportunity for someone coming from a Case Aide, Case Management Assistant, Family Services, Community Outreach, Behavioral Health, Social Services, or Human Services background, as well as someone currently pursuing relevant college coursework who has applicable experience.By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.Equal Opportunity NoticeHighspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR@vaco.com .Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.Representation NoticeBy submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. Additionally, you agree to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. Lastly, you agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.For residents of Ontario, Canada only: to the extent the position for employment is not with Highspring or not otherwise noted as vacant above, candidate should be informed that this role is to replace a presently employed person at Vaco by Highspring's client.Privacy NoticeVaco by Highspring respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.Residents of all other states may access our policies here.Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.Residents of countries governed by GDPR and UK GDPR may access our policies here.Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring's use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client's use of AI products in hiring.Pay Transparency NoticeDetermining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:· the individual's skill sets, experience and training;· licensure and certification requirements;· office location and other geographic considerations; and· other business and organizational needs.With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).