Part-Time Mental Health Navigator

Hope, Love, and Dream, Inc. is seeking a self‑motivated, compassionate, and trauma‑informed Mental Health Navigator to support pregnant/expecting women/individuals, parents, and caregivers. This role focuses on short‑term, non‑clinical navigation that reduces barriers to care, strengthens resilience, and connects families with essential resources.

Location: Columbus, OH
· Hybrid (community + remote)
Pay Range: $24 - $32 per hour (commensurate with experience)
Employment Type: Part-Time (approx. 20 - 25 hrs/week)
Funding Notice: Position contingent on Ohio Parenting & Pregnancy Program (DCY) funding

• Provide navigation and referral support for WIC, SNAP, Medicaid, housing, and utility assistance
• Facilitate emotional support and goal‑setting sessions with caregivers
• Lead psycho educational groups on trauma, maternal stress, and parenting challenges
• Document client engagement, barriers to access, and referral outcomes in a timely manner
• Collaborate with partners to connect participants to maternal mental health peer support
• Demonstrate self‑driven initiative in coordinating resources, following up with clients, and problem‑solving barriers to care
• Perform additional related duties as assigned

• Experience with perinatal or family mental health (professional or volunteer)
• Familiarity with trauma‑informed and culturally responsive practices
• Knowledge of Medicaid, public benefits, and community resource navigation preferred
• Experience with justice/system‑impacted, parenting/pregnant, or underserved families is a plus
• Strong communication, documentation, and self‑motivation to work independently and collaboratively

• Mission-Driven Impact – Make a difference in the lives of families facing barriers to care
• Flexible, Part-Time Schedule – Hybrid community + remote work
• Supportive Team Culture – Collaboration with caring partners and peers