Family Stabilization Project Navigator; Temporary Position

Temporary Las Cruces Public Schools Navigator

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Supervisor:
Executive Director of Federal Programs/Federal Programs Admin.

Hourly Rate: $27.32 per hour

Terms of Employment: 8 Hours / Ending June 30, 2027 / Benefits Not Applicable

Job Goal:
An LCPS Navigator plays a vital role in helping students and their families access essential resources and services within their community. This position involves connecting students and their families with social services, housing, food assistance, and gathering information for housing stability. The LCPS Navigator assists students and their families in navigating complex systems, advocating for their needs, and providing information, guidance, and support to improve their access to services and housing stability.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse individuals and communities.
• Knowledge of community resources and social service systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness.
• Valid driver's license & access to an automobile
• Bilingual (preferred)

1. Identify and link individuals to appropriate community services, including healthcare, housing, food assistance, and gather information needed for housing stability.

2. Offer clear, accurate, and accessible information about available resources to help individuals understand their options and navigate complex systems.

3. Advocate on behalf of families to ensure access to services and support systems as needed

4. Develop and maintain trusting relationships with community members and partner organizations to strengthen support networks.

5. Document family/student interactions, referrals, and outcomes accurately, contributing to program evaluation and continuous improvement. Also tracking student attendance and academics.

6. Demonstrate sensitivity and adaptability to diverse cultural backgrounds, ensuring effective communication and engagement with various populations.

7. Provide support and guidance during crises, connect individuals with appropriate resources, as needed during a crisis.

8. Work flexible schedule, including evenings, and weekends, and be flexible in work assignments.

9. Fulfills performance responsibilities at assigned location(s).

10. Attends and/or completes required professional development sessions and modules.

11. Supports the goals and objectives of the school/department and district.

12. Demonstrates the ability to maintain an effective working relationship and maintain good rapport with parents, students, colleagues, and the community.

13. Exhibit professionalism by maintaining regular attendance and adhering to the established work schedule, while avoiding disruptions to the educational setting and district operations.

14. Upholds and adheres to all LCPS policies and regulations.

15. Comply with the Code of Ethics, administrative directives, board policy, state and federal statutes, and rules and regulations.

16. Communicate and display courteous and professional behavior toward students, the public, the Immediate Supervisor, School and District Administrators, staff, and peers.

17. Safeguard the confidentiality of information pursuant to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and other applicable state and federal statutes.

18. Evenings and weekend work may be required.

19. Performs such other tasks as may be assigned within the parameters of the job description and job analysis

Machines, Tools, Equipment, and Work Tools Various machines, equipment, and tools including, but not limited to, computers, telephones, instructional technology, and broadcasting equipment, commensurate with the responsibilities of the job.

Worker Traits Aptitudes

• Verbal ability required to understand oral and written instructions.
• Motor coordination required to coordinate eyes, hands and fingers when operating machines and equipment essential to the job.
• Manual and finger dexterity required to operate machines and equipment precisely and rapidly.
• For further information regarding worker traits, please see attached job analysis.

Evaluation Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the LCPS Board of Education.