Resource Navigator

The Sheldon Resource Navigator will work on-site at Sheldon High School to provide afternoon staffing at the Sheldon Wellness Center for Sheldon High School students and families. This position will foster a supportive and inclusive environment for Sheldon students by welcoming them to the Wellness Center, helping them feel comfortable while they wait for counseling staff, and connecting them to in-school and community resources as needed using the Rapid Access Network (see further information below). The Resource Navigator will work from approximately 12pm-3pm on school days. This is a limited-duration position for the 2026–2027 school year. Employees in this position work according to the approved school-year calendar and are scheduled only on days school is in session and other designated workdays (approximately 170 days total). Employment ends at the close of the school year. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping others, be reliable and dependable, demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, and maintain a commitment to promoting well-being among youth. Additional information: The Rapid Access Network (RAN) is a software application developed by the 15th Night program to connect youth in need to a network of resources and services in real time. Resources include: shelter/housing, clothing/shoes, food, school supplies, counseling, mentor/peer support, transportation, LGBTQIA2S+ support, employment resources, application assistance, BIPOC support, education options, and more. RAN advocates learn about youth needs and enter alerts into the system to connect youth to resources and services. RAN responders are service providers and community members who respond to alerts and provide resources and services to youth. Community responders only receive general information about youth needs and are given opportunities to support youth in ways that protect youth identity and privacy. Essential Duties and Responsibilities · Greet students who arrive at the Wellness Center to meet with mental health professionals by welcoming students, directing them to a comfortable place to sit, and asking them to wait until their counselor is available. · Create a welcoming environment by greeting students, building positive relationships, and monitoring the Wellness Center waiting area to ensure students feel safe, supported, and connected to available services. · Assist students in navigating available school and community resources and provide ongoing support as needed. · Utilize both school-based and community Rapid Access Networks (RANs) to document student needs, send alerts for resources, and communicate with providers to ensure needs are met. · Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local resources and services in the RAN to effectively respond to student needs, coordinating with the 4J 15th Night Program Coordinator and attending 15th Night Network meetings as needed. · Attend monthly check-in meetings with supervisor. · Monitor the RANs and respond to review and respond to alerts sent to the Sheldon Resource Navigator and connect students to the appropriate Sheldon resources. · Act as a liaison between students and school staff to ensure students’ needs are met, as needed. · Maintain professional boundaries with all students. Other Duties and Responsibilities · Other related duties as needed. Behavioral Competencies · Must be comfortable working with participants in schools and the community. · Must be comfortable discussing sensitive topics regarding housing instability and mental health. · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. · Strong service-oriented attitude. · Organized, with time management skills and attention to detail. · Willingness to take the initiative to accomplish project tasks as needed and to apply skills and knowledge to new situations. · Willingness to work in a team environment requiring participatory decision-making and cooperation among employees. · Work is assigned by a supervisor on an as-needed basis. · Supervisor is available at most times. · Will be responsible for own work only. · Requires a moderate level of interpretive judgement; may make some independent decisions or choose between existing methods and procedures. Qualifications and Experience · BA/BS degree with coursework appropriate to the positions and at least 1 year of related experience OR an equivalent combination of training and experience appropriate to the position. · Experience working with youth or students preferred. Physical, Mental, and Visual Demands Must interpret spoken and written communication in English. Must effectively communicate verbally in English or effectively communicate non-verbally in English with reasonable accommodation. Must visually observe and interpret data contained on written forms or in computer files. Must sit for periods of time (3-4 hours). Must type into a PC. Must lift boxes and stacks of documents (10-30 pounds on an occasional basis). Must kneel to fill copier paper tray. Must access a range of schools and public places (e.g., manage stairs). Equipment, tools, machines used while performing job Personal computer, telephone, copiers, printers, server and network devices Vehicles or moving equipment used while performing the job NA Standards/Expectations for person performing the job After completion of training period you will be required to keep up with the average time allowed for the various duties. These standards will be discussed during the training period. Supervision Workers, if any, person performing the job will supervise NA Working Conditions School environment Office environment Application Requirements This job description covers some, but not necessarily all, tasks, requirements, working conditions, and physical demands of the position described. It is difficult if not impossible to anticipate and describe every aspect of a particular job over the duration of that job. Oregon Social learning Center reserves the right to revise this job description or assign additional or different duties and responsibilities to the person performing this job as it deems necessary to ensure efficient operation of the center. If you think you are ideal for this position, we encourage you to apply by completing the electronic on-line job application at https://www.oslc.org/careers. Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application for consideration. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and this position will remain open until filled. LIMITED DURATION POSITION Department/Grant: 15 Night Supervisor(s): Meghan Schiedel Posting Date: 9/8/2026 Closing Date: Open until filled Starting Date: ASAP Job Level: Level 4 Hours: Hourly , 12 hours per week Position Status: Non-Exempt Schedule may include: Weekdays School days - exact time TBD, approximately 12 - 3 pm most school days ODI will verify/require the following: Confidentiality Agreement Required Education Verification Criminal History Finger printing Employment Verification