Life Navigators support our clients in Northern York, Cumberland, and Sagadahoc counties. This position will help youth/young adults with barriers to employment, low-income adults, and long-term unemployed.

As a Life Navigator, you will provide comprehensive support and guidance to individuals on their journey toward meaningful and sustainable employment, playing a crucial role in breaking down barriers, offering personalized assistance, and creating pathways to success for our clients.

In our hybrid work environment, we prioritize job flexibility to ensure a healthy work-life balance for our employees. We offer the opportunity for a mix of in-office and remote work, allowing our team members greater control over their schedules. This flexibility enables individuals to adapt their work arrangements to best suit their needs and preferences while maintaining collaboration and teamwork.

Job Summary:

• Builds and maintains an in-depth professional relationship with the customer by assisting in developing and carrying out a personal plan to address life barriers; makes appropriate referrals to social service providers; continues supporting the customer post-employment until the job is sustainable and the customer has built a system of natural supports.
  • Interviews customer to collect information and observes their support system using intake data.
  • Builds and maintains partnerships with lead service providers in the community to make needed referrals for the customer.
  • Counsels customers in overcoming life barriers; assist them in finding and utilizing resources to overcome identified barriers.
  • Prepares and maintains accurate customer personal plans, progress summaries, progress notes, and other documentation as needed.

Requirements:

• BA/BS in Social Work, Psychology, or related social services field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• 2+ years of experience in a related field.
• Must be able to travel as required to worksites, training locations, partner agencies, and client access points.
• A criminal background check that meets Agency standards

Preferred Qualifications:

• LCSW, LCPC, LADC, LMSW, or related certification/license.
• 4+ years of experience in a related field
• Experience supporting clients with barriers to employment

Goodwill Northern New England — good works here!

At Goodwill, we believe in the power of work to transform lives. As a nonprofit organization, we are dedicated to helping individuals facing barriers to employment find meaningful work opportunities. When you join our team, you become part of a community passionate about making a positive impact.

Here, you'll be part of a team that values collaboration, respect, and diversity. We celebrate each team member's unique strengths and abilities, fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Working together creates a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for our customers, clients, and fellow employees.

In addition to employment that is fulfilling, meaningful, and supportive, Goodwill employees also receive:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Generous paid time off plan
• 30% employee discounts at Goodwill stores in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont
• Valuable job training with growth potential.
• Access to internal job lists for advancement opportunities.
• 403b retirement plan
• Flexible scheduling
• Discounts on personal cell phone plans

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or better in Psychology or related field
• Bachelor's Degree or better in Social Work or related field

Licenses & Certifications

• Drive. Lic. - Class C

Skills

• Communication - written
• Communication - verbal

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization