Corps Navigator

Salary Info: $25.00 per hour

Location: Onsite, Bakersfield Union Office

OVERVIEW: 

The Farmworkers Institute of Education and Leadership Development (FIELD), is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. FIELD was founded in 1978 by Farmworker Leader Cesar E. Chavez and is dedicated to strengthening America’s agricultural and rural communities through our Core Values of Opportunity, Excellence, Integrity, Innovation and Si Se Puede. FIELD carries out its mission through a continuum of educational and workforce development programs that assist underserved communities in achieving empowerment, self-sufficiency, and a better quality of life. FIELD has realigned our training and education to promote career pathways for adult learners. This includes work experience opportunities in Environmental Conservation, Energy, Education, Entrepreneurship and Civic Action.

SUMMARY:

The Corps Navigator is responsible for providing case management and supportive resource services to Corpsmembers by conducting extensive research.  This position requires the Navigator to identify and implement appropriate strategies and resources to help the Corpsmembers excel and achieve a transformative work experience and personal development growth. The Corps Navigator must employ a wide range of skills and tools, all of which must be supported by administrative practices and policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES includes, but not limited to the following. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. 

• Foster a positive culture and climate in line with FIELD’s mission and values.
• Provide supportive resource services to Corpsmembers through research.
• Responsible for collaborating with Crew Supervisors in the facilitation of Corpsmember plans, implementation of interventions, data-collection, and progress-monitoring.  
• Identify, locate and connect Corpsmembers with partnering community agencies and other resources if there is a need for more intensive and appropriate services.
• Work with supervisors to identify and implement appropriate strategies aimed at improving work performance for Corpsmembers. 
• Design behavior intervention plans, under the leader's direction. 
• Follow up with Crew Supervisors daily regarding Corpsmember progress toward goals.
• Partner with Crew Supervisors and other staff to update Corpsmember information in AERIES student information system.
• Facilitate monthly corpsmember case management meetings in collaboration with CCEC staff and other stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). 
• Tolerance for challenging situations and the ability to exercise sound judgment under pressure.
• Conflict mediation, and dealing with individuals who have adjustment issues with program expectations.
• Must be able to pass our vehicle insurance qualification to drive any FIELD vehicles.
• To ensure success working with CCEC Corpsmembers, it is recommended that candidates for this position are proficient in practicing the following:
• Empathy
• Compassion
• Social Justice
• Servant Leadership
• Objectivity
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise considerable tact and courtesy in frequent contact with internal and external contacts.
• Must be detail oriented and organized.
• Must be a team player.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or equivalent
• 1-2 years’ experience in a field related to counseling, psychology, social work, or equivalent

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

• Valid California Driver License
• Must have approval from Insurance Carrier to operate company vehicle
• Must have a spot free driving record for at least 2 years

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to travel to any location throughout California as needed or required. 
• Traveling up to 30 % required
• Some evenings and weekend work may be required.
• Must be able and willing to participate in spikes where you may camp outdoors or lodge in primitive conditions for periods of time, up to eight (8) days at a time

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, reports, and etc. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is regularly required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Requires hearing sufficient to be aware of traffic and road distractions/conditions and listen to passengers.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly working in an indoor work environment. May be exposed to the risk of electrical shock with electrical equipment. 

While visiting with crews, navigators are expected to participate in operations to develop trust and cohesion with supervisors as well as corpsmembers.

This would include but not limited to, helping set up and break down spike camps, transport tools and materials, and engage in minimal project work, alongside the crew. The employee may be exposed to outside conditions (extreme heat and cold, wildlife, steep incline/uneven grounds, etc.) and warehouse environment.