Job Details

Community Transition Services Navigator -Lansing based non-profit agency seeks two (2) Community Transition Services Navigators. This is a full-time (minimum 32 hours/week) non-exempt position with a starting wage of $19.50 to 21.50 per hour, depending on experience. Position includes a full benefits package. In conjunction with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, the Community Transition Services Navigator oversees the transition process for persons with disabilities currently admitted to a nursing facility in the counties of Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, and Shiawassee.  The program assists with the securing of affordable and accessible housing, initial household needs and follow along.  Program participants are primarily the elderly, have a range of disabilities and may have barriers such as financial issues and criminal backgrounds.

Duties include: 1) Completion of initial interview and assessment; 2) Determine program eligibility; 3) Use of person centered planning approach to develop service plans; 4) Coordinate all logistics of housing transition including securing housing, coordinate with movers, locate and secure furniture; 5) Complete monthly reimbursement reports; 6) Attend and participate in CTS meetings; 7) Provide follow up support to participants (per contract requirements); 8) Service Coordination for additional services needed to live independently; 9) Develop and maintain working relationships with community resources; 10) Other duties as assigned.