Youth Navigation Specialist

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Youth Navigation Specialist Location: Orange, Osceola & Seminole Counties, FL Employment Status: Full-Time / Non-Exempt Pay: $19.23 per hour, ($40,000.00 annually) with higher compensation based on experience and education. About the Position IMPOWER is seeking a compassionate, motivated Youth Navigation Specialist to join our team! In this role, you'll work directly with youth and young adults, ages 16–24, experiencing homelessness or housing instability, helping them access safe housing, connect with community resources, and build a foundation for long-term stability. This is a highly mobile, community-based position ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with young people, building meaningful relationships, and making a positive impact in their lives. Key Responsibilities Provide trauma-informed, youth-centered housing navigation and support services that promote independence, empowerment, and self-determination. Maintain a caseload of up to 25 households, providing individualized support, resource navigation, and ongoing case coordination. Conduct community outreach and meet youth in safe, youth-identified locations, with at least 90% of work performed in the field. Assist youth with housing placement, diversion strategies, transitional housing, and rapid rehousing services. Help youth obtain essential documentation, including identification, birth certificates, Social Security cards, and proof of homelessness. Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and individualized safety planning as needed. Coordinate transportation and connect youth with housing providers, community services, and other resources. Participate in youth housing meetings, community partnerships, and Youth Action Board activities. Qualifications Associate degree in social services or a related field; bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of one (1) year working with youth, young adults, or at-risk populations required. Experience in child welfare or homelessness services preferred. Knowledge of homelessness, housing programs, community resources, and supportive services preferred. Ability to work independently in the community and build effective relationships with participants and community partners. Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan Generous PTO & Sick Time Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance Supplemental Coverage including: Life Insurance Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Critical Illness Accident Insurance Student Forgiveness Programs Pre-Employment Requirements Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all applicable pre-employment requirements, which may include Level II background screening, local law enforcement checks, drug screening, verification of education and credentials, and E-Verify and drug screening. A valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) are required as applicable to the position. Join Our Team If you are interested in making a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals and families we serve, we encourage you to apply and join the IMPOWER team. Equal Employment Opportunity IMPOWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. IMPOWER provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and applicants who require an accommodation during the application or hiring process, in accordance with applicable law. Message From the Department of Children and Families Please see the link to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website. https://info.flclearinghouse.com