Catalyst is seeking a compassionate and motivated candidate to fill our position for Navigation Coordinator. This position will be responsible for coordinating and providing follow-up and extended contact with and advocacy for victims of domestic & sexual violence and their families primarily for those who are staying in a shelter.
Catalyst uses trauma-informed approaches and empowerment models to support people being victimized by domestic and sexual violence. We are looking for candidates who have skills/knowledge of these practices and who value the diversity of the human experience.
This position will be 36 hours per week with an hourly rate of $22 and a $1/hour bilingual incentive, plus medical, dental and vision benefits as per current personnel policies. This position is based in Chico and will hold office hours at Catalyst's Chico Office, Jesus Center and True North Housing Alliance.
Applicants must be available for a post-employment training scheduled for 1/6/25-1/31/25; Tuesdays-Thursdays 5:30-9:30pm and Saturdays 9:30am-4:30pm.
If interested in joining our team, provide a cover letter and resume one of the following ways:
IF BY MAIL: Catalyst, Attn: Piper, PO Box 4184, Chico CA, 95927
IF IN PERSON: Submit a sealed envelope with your resume and cover letter and label it "Attn: Piper" at 330 Wall St. Suite 50, Chico
IF BY EMAIL: piper@catalystdvsv.org with the subject line: “Navigation Coordinator”
For any questions that are not answered by reading this posting, please contact Piper at 530-343-2688.
This position is open until filled.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Catalyst to afford equal employment opportunity to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition (as defined by California Government Code section 12929), gender identity or sexual orientation.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
POSITION: Navigation Coordinator
RESPONSIBLE TO: Drop-In Services Program Manager
JOB SUMMARY: Provides follow-up and extended contact with and advocacy for victims of domestic & sexual violence and their families.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate commitment to the agency’s mission and values;
Actively engage in the development and implementation of the agency strategic plan;
Direct participant services, including but not limited to: crisis intervention (phone/drop-in), resource and referral, emergency transportation, shelter assessment and welcoming process;
Accompany participants to forensic exams when called upon by medical personnel, law enforcement, or survivors;
Accompany participants to interview for law enforcement, the district attorney, or other agencies as requested by a survivor;
Increase stability for unhoused survivors of domestic violence through advocacy services including:
Assistance with safety planning
Connections to mainstream resources through referrals, accompaniment, and/or transportation;
Assessment into programs based on levels of need;
Assistance in the creation of self-identified plans to achieve permanent housing;
Bridged services with partner organizations to secure housing;
Ongoing contact and advocacy with survivors housed in shelter;
Support in accessing housing assistance for safe, permanent housing;
Advocacy with social service, medical, and law enforcement agencies;
Follow-up and other services as needed;
Serve as agency liaison with partner organizations, including maintaining office hours at the Jesus Center and True North Housing Alliance;
Meet with participants when called upon by law enforcement and other service providers;
Knowledge of local social service agencies, employment assistance, and skill building services;
Maintain current knowledge of state and federal domestic and sexual violence legislation;
Data entry for Chico Drop-in Center services;
Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings;
Attend regularly scheduled program staff meetings;
Attend in-service training per policy;
Staff hotline minimum 6 hours per quarter on-call;
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Related work or lived experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a human service discipline;
Demonstrated competence in clerical tasks;
Working knowledge of current legal procedures and issues preferred;
Competent in computer programs and general office equipment;
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, work independently, and as part of a team;
Excellent communication and organizational skills;
Demonstrated ability to cope effectively in crisis;
Completion of mandated 65-hour training (post-employment);
Ability to pass DOJ background check and DMV record check (proposed);
Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and auto insurance; willingness and ability to maintain a safe vehicle and driving status to use for transport of Participants and self for job duties.
COMPENSATION:
This is a 36 hours per week position;
$22.00 per hour;
Bilingual Incentive $1.00 per hour;
Catalyst staff members who work 30 hours or more are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% employer-paid premiums, as well as a $25,000 employer-paid term life insurance plan;
13 paid holidays annually;
Paid sick leave and vacation time;
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF);
Unionized position.
