Community Health Resource Navigator - Lake County

Salary will be $42,933 per year

Full-time position 35 hours per week including insurance and time off benefits

Easterseals Florida is looking to fill our Community Health Resources Navigator (for children and adults with disabilities) position serving in Mascotte, Minneola, Groveland and 4 Corners (Hartwood Marsh Road to the end of South Lake County) areas. The Community Health Resources Navigator works with families with children and adults with disabilities in need of a wide variety of assistance for whole health. The position is responsible for providing health information and advocacy for children/adults and their caregivers, making referrals to community resources, and conducting disability screenings for children ages five and younger. The Community Health Resource Navigator is also responsible for recruiting clients. This position works extensively with community partners to identify clients and to ensure access to needed health and disability services. The qualified candidate will be a current or former resident of Lake County, Florida.

What we offer:

• Live and on demand Professional Development opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Several Supplemental Insurance Policies
• 403B Savings Plan
• Easterseals Cares Wellness Program
• Work Life Balance
• The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Community and the Organization

A snapshot of what you'll do:

• Coordinate and collaborate with South Lake County's neighborhood services, as well as local community programs, childcare centers and schools, to obtain referrals for children and adults with disabilities and their families in need of guidance and support to secure health and disability services
• Successfully integrate and participate in community events and committee membership within South Lake County and with community partner
• Administer developmental screenings for children ages 0–5 using the Ages & Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) to monitor progress and support early identification of developmental needs.

Qualifications:

• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
• Bachelor's degree in social work, education, or related field and four years of experience
• Certification in Health Services (CNA, LPN, etc.) also considered
• Experience/knowledge of the South Lake County (Mascotte, Minneola, Groveland and 4 Corners) social service network
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities a plus
• Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal on-site supervision
• Ability to meet our approved driver qualifications in order to drive your personal vehicle, as required, for program-related needs (minimum age of 21 and good driving history)

Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 - 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, [email protected], 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.

Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.