Grade: T 22 The link below will give you information about the University's "T" salary structure. A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source. Learn more about the "T" salary structure. The Community Navigator will be responsible for the facilitation of peer-led interventions being tested by the Temple University Collabo... more detailsrative on Community Inclusion. This is a full-time position. Essential functions: Engage in peer support; explore community resources; co-develop goals with individuals with mental health conditions to engage in desired community participation as a part of their recovery journey; Performs other related duties as assigned. At Temple, you will find it easy to fit in while staying true to yourself. We value what makes each employee unique and strive to maintain a culture of diversity and inclusion. As an employee, you will enjoy our collaborative team-based culture that values innovation and creativity. Visit to learn more about the benefits of working at Temple University. Required
Education & Experience
Certified as a Peer Support Specialist through the PA Certification Board and experience providing community-based peer support with individuals who have mental health conditions in their recovery journey. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Required Skills
& Abilities:- Skills in implementing person-centered community support.- Ability and comfort using Philadelphia public transportation (SEPTA) and riding a bike in an urban setting.- Ability to support and promote participants to engage in self-directed access and use of community resources.- Ability to provide culturally responsive peer support to individuals in the Philadelphia community.- Interest in contributing to rehabilitation research.- Ability to work in a team environment and participate in regular supervision sessions.- Strong written and oral communication skills.- Ability to work independently.- Ability to operate all standard office equipment and software including MS Office.- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, program participants, and mental health providers.- Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and planning.- Ability to practice national peer support core competencies and values with participants while navigating community resources.- Ability to share life experiences of recovery through community participation and promote community participation with participants.- Willingness and ability to develop and implement on-going continued education plan in collaboration with supervisor Preferred: - - Experience supporting adults with mental health conditions to set goals and access resources in the community for their individualized recovery journey. This position requires a background check. This is a grant funded position. Please note this position will temporarily work remotely, the duration of remote work will be at the discretion of Temple University and the department.or. This position is temporarily assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department. Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status. In accordance with the City of Philadelphia's COVID-19 mandate, all Temple University students, faculty, staff, and contractors working in a healthcare setting must be fully vaccinated before receiving authorization to work unless they have a medical or religious exemption approved by the University. An individual is considered fully vaccinated two (2) weeks following the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or two (2) weeks following a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Individuals who do not meet the University's vaccination or exemption requirement will be prohibited from working until proof of full vaccination or an exemption is requested and approved. For more information, visit the University's Vaccines web page at