Founded in 1867, the Sacramento Children's Home is the oldest active charity in Sacramento and among the most highly respected. SCH is an equal opportunity employer who values an inclusive work environment that celebrates and recognizes the diversity of its employees. At SCH, we appreciate that having employees of many different backgrounds strengthens our organization, and we strive to create a workforce that reflects the diverse and culturally rich communities that we serve.

OVERVIEW: The Family Support Navigator acts as a communication and trust bridge between the family, child protective services, social services, and mental health systems performing duties in a strength-based, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed manner. This position will reduce stress and social isolation and increase community connections and well-being for all adults and children in neighborhoods hardest hit by COVID.

LOCATION: 2251 Florin Road, Sacramento, CA 95822 - Family Resource Center

SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

SALARY: $19.26 - $21.66 per hour

A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.

Two years of experience with high-risk populations in a social service setting and experience with culturally diverse communities and families is required.

Must reflect those who reside in the service neighborhoods identified in contract with First 5 Sacramento.

Driving is an essential function of this job. As such, employees in this position will be required to furnish their own vehicle to be used in the course of employment. A valid driver’s license and minimum insurance coverage is also required. Must be at least 21 years old.

BENEFITS: Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance, short and long-term disability plans, retirement plan with company match, paid vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, professional development, and career advancement opportunities.

TO APPLY: Qualified employees must submit a completed Request for Promotion or Transfer form along with their resume to Human Resources. External candidates must complete our online employment application available at www.kidshome.org/careers.

PLEASE NOTE: Non-SCH employees who are made an offer of employment will be required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment background process that includes passing a drug test, including marijuana. Applicants who do not pass any part of this pre-employment process will have their offer of employment rescinded.