Student Success Navigator, County Youth

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The County Youth Student Success Navigator (CYSSN) serves as a dedicated mentor, advocate, and connector for County foster youth placed in group homes within Dayton's Hope Zone. Each Navigator will manage a caseload of youth, co-develop individualized Student Success Plans (SSPs), and ensure coordinated wraparound support that improves attendance, academic outcomes, and emotional stability.

Navigators work closely with Children Services caseworkers, home managers, school administrators, and Omega CDC's Education Department to ensure each youth has consistent, trauma-informed, and goal-oriented guidance toward long-term success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Student Engagement & Case Management

• Develop and implement individualized Student Success Plans (SSPs) within 30 days of assignment.
• Conduct multiple weekly 1 : 1 check-ins with each assigned student, tracking attendance, academics, and wellness.
• Facilitate trauma-informed mentoring and access to group sessions, promoting trust, belonging, and emotional growth.
• Ensure students access at least two wraparound supports (e.g., tutoring, mentoring, enrichment).
• Coordinate tutoring, counseling, and career exploration opportunities through Omega CDC and Hope Zone partners.

Collaboration & Communication

Data, Reporting, and Evaluation

Performance Goals (Aligned with SMART Program Objectives)

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The company is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable