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AbilityFirst supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and their families, with programs that foster fun and fulfillment. AbilityFirst programs are person-centered and tailored to individual interests and needs. They are grounded in individual choice, autonomy, community participation, with a focus on creating social connections and a sense of belonging.\nABOUT THE ROLE\nThe Community Navigator is responsible for providing person-centered planning, case management, intake coordination, and community engagement services for participants. This role requires strong collaboration with program staff, regional center service coordinators, and families to ensure participants receive individualized, meaningful services aligned with their goals. The Community Navigator in our licensed programs must be Director Qualified per community care licensing regulations and plays a key role in documentation, goal planning, programming integration, and community outreach.\nIn the absence of the Program Director, the Community Navigator is designated as an authorized person to correct operational deficiencies that constitute immediate threats to participant’s health and safety.\nKEY RESPONSIBILITIES\nPerson-Centered Planning & Documentation\nAttend required 2-day Person-Centered Thinking training. \nConduct screenings, phone calls and intake meetings as the first level of the intake process. \nPerson Center Documentation: \n30-day reports, annual assessments, progress reports, and exit reports. \nDevelopment and implementation of Person-Centered Plans (PCPs) and 1-page descriptions. \nOngoing goal development and daily goal documentation. \nUpdate annual forms/documentation (emergency contacts, consent forms, seizure plans, personal rights, etc.). \nRegional Center Collaboration\nServe as a liaison to Regional Center Service Coordinators. \nAttend IPP (Individual Program Plan) meetings. \nSubmit progress (every 6 months) and annual reports (within their first 30 days and ongoing during their birth date month) as required. \nSubmit licensing waivers for appropriate program participants (18-22 in ASP programs). \nPrepare and provide requested audit documentation related to participant files if and when asked by regional centers. \nProgram Support\nMeet with each participant at least once per month to review goals, satisfaction, and placement. \nCollaborate with community coaches to ensure goals are implemented in daily programming. \nFacilitate support meetings with participants, their support team, and individuals they invite. \nPartner with program supervisor and program directors to coordinate community outings and volunteer activities. \nUpdate individual goal documentation monthly. \nCommunity Engagement & Outreach\nRepresent AbilityFirst at resource fairs and engaging the public. \nIdentify, vet, and initiate volunteer opportunities aligned with participants' interests and goals. \nCoordinate with coaches and volunteers to support successful placements. \nAssist in the collection of quarterly family and participant surveys.\nProCare & Data Entry\nInput and maintain participant data in ProCare, including new enrollments, discharges, and demographic updates. \nEnsure records are accurate and up to date for internal tracking and billing. \nGeneral Duties & Safety\nStep into program ratios as needed in the event of staff shortages-not as a planned part of daily ratio coverage, which may include assisting with personal care items such as diapering, toileting, and feeding. \nTrained in the following: PCP, workers’ compensation protocols, opening/closing procedures, licensing compliance for licensed programs, and attendance and/or data management software. \nOther Duties\nUphold our commitment as a Mandated Reporter, ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants. \nComplete all required staff training assigned each quarter. \nOther duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the mission of the program and organization. \nRequirements\nQUALIFICATIONS\nA High School diploma or equivalent is required.\nA Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, sociology, marriage & family, recreation therapy, etc or 12 ECE (Early Childhood Education) college units in any related field or 4+ years of equivalent experience working in developmental disability services, case management, or a related field is preferred.\nMust be LIC Director Qualified in community center settings under Title 17/22 regulations isrequired.\n2+ years of experience working in developmental disability services, case management, or a related field isrequired.\nFamilirarity with regional center processes, reports, and compliance ispreferred.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills is required.\nSkilled in Microsoft Office and data management tools is required.\nValid Driver’s License is required.\nAbility to work effectively with people of diverse races, ethnicities, and sexual orientations in a multicultural environment is required. \nStrong understanding of person-centered practices, goal setting, and community integration is preferred.\nFamiliarity with regional center processes, reports, and compliance is preferred. \nMust be able to work evenings/weekends as needed.\nSuccessful completion of background (LiveScan) check. \nWORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:\nProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. \nChanges in the environment, such as the office or outdoors. \nPhysical effort/lifting up to 50 pounds at times. \nSPECIAL CONDITIONS:\nMandated Reporting Requirements: The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.\nSenate Bill No. 792 amended Sections 1597.055 and 1597.54 of, and added Sections 1596.7995 and 1597.622 to, the Health and Safety Code, relating to day care facilities. This requires that all employees working in day care facilities be vaccinated for Pertussis (Whooping Cough), Measles and Influenza. On an annual basis you are required to show proof that you have received the flu vaccine or complete the Employee Certification of Declining Vaccination. AbilityFirst encourages all employees to get vaccinated against the flu, if a doctor has said it is safe for you to do so.\nCandidates selected for this position will be required to successfully complete the following as a condition of employment:\nTB Test \nLive Scan (fingerprinting/background check) \nDrug Screening \nRequired vaccinations: Hepatitis B, TDaP, and MMR \nPhysical / fitness-for-duty clearance \nDriver Positions:\nApplicants are required to provide a copy of their driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles, along with a copy of their valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. Job offers are contingent upon a satisfactory driving record. Examples of an unsatisfactory driving record include:\nSuspended or revoked license \nThree or more moving violations in the past 36 months \nAny violations, including drugs, alcohol, controlled substances, within the past 24 months \nReckless driving, including hit and runs, within the past 24 months \nAt fault accidents, resulting in fatality or serious injury, within the past 5 years \nThe motor vehicle record will need to include a review of all states listed on the individual's employment application and resume. See instructions on obtaining your driving record below:\nhttps://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/customer-service/request-vehicle-or-driver-records/online-driver-record-request/\nFor driver positions, driving is an essential job function and cannot be reasonably accommodated, employment may be discontinued.\nNOTE: All staff members will be considered introductory employees for the first three months of employment and will not be considered regular employees until the conclusion of this period. Ability First reserves the right to extend an employee’s introductory period. In no way does the expiration of this introductory period change the fact that all employees are at-will. It is the supervisor’s responsibility to orient the employee and to communicate the expectations of the supervisor and Ability First, as well as to evaluate whether the employee has the necessary level of skill, job knowledge, motivation, and attitude to become a regular member of the Ability First staff. New employees are also encouraged to seek guidance and assistance during this period. Employees who fail to demonstrate the expected commitment, performance and attitude may be terminated at any time during the introductory period. However, completion of the introductory period does not change or alter the “at-will” employment status. Employees continue to have the right to terminate their employment/business relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, and Ability First has the same right. The organization, in its sole discretion, may change the job duties, responsibilities and assignments of any position, at any time.\nBENEFITS & PERKS:\nAbilityFirst offers a competitive benefit package through Kaiser, Dental and Vision Insurance, Generous Paid Time Off and 12 Paid Holidays, Employee Discount Program, and reimbursement for Mileage and Cellphone (where applicable).\nEEO STATEMENT:\nAll aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Ability First does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law.\nAbilityFirst is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. 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