Homeless Outreach - Community Navigator in Commerce City, Colorado at City of Commerce City

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Community Navigator - Homeless Outreach to join our team! In this vital role, you'll have the opportunity to connect individuals and families experiencing homelessness with essential services, shelter, and housing resources. If you are a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to collaborate with city departments and community organizations, we want to hear from you. Join us in our mission to empower and uplift our community members, and be the driving force for positive change in Commerce City!

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming work environment for all of our employees. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this position today. Be A Part Of It and contribute to the vibrant growth and development of Commerce City as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.

Bachelor’s degree in human services, Social Work, or related field required. 1 - 3years previous experience working with social services or with non-profit organizations preferred. Experience working with diverse populations and training in trauma informed care and/or poverty or homelessness issues required. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Bilingual in Spanish is preferred. Must possess current CPR and First Aid certificate or be able to obtain within six months of hire. Must possess a valid driver's license.

*This position is subject to the City's drug screening.

Process Overview:

Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application AND INCLUDE A RESUME and COVER LETTER, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.

Application Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring manager, who will review and evaluate application materials.

Interview(s): We aim to schedule interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the application review.