University of Missouri-Columbia
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM ASSOCIATE III-Military Families
Hiring Department

ParentLink

Job Description

The Military Family Kinship Navigator will serve military families living in Missouri, including Guard, Reserve, and those with a parent who has recently ended their tour of duty. The navigator will provide outreach and engagement that connects these families with the resources of ParentLink and, in turn, their local communities. The navigator will provide leadership to informing ParentLink service expansion to serve the unique challenges and needs of military families even more strongly. These issues include impacts of residual stress and trauma on family members, transition from military to civilian living, etc.

Shift

M-F 8-5 with occasional night or weekend

Minimum Qualifications

An Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 months of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Child and Family Development, Counseling, Health Administration, or related area. Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Word and Excel; ability to learn new software programs such as iCarol client and resource data management systems.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $19.00-$21.00/ per hour

Grade GGS-007

University Title: Educational Program Associate III

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Application Materials

Resume, Cover Letter and Application

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-7976.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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