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Children's Home Network

Kinship Peer Navigator

Miami, FL · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

This peer to peer navigator coordinates public benefits between the family and DCF/TANF and helps navigate families to services or tangible items needed to assist families in promoting the health and ...

WESTCARE INC

Peer Family Navigator (50169)

Doral, FL · On-site

$21.63/hr

The Family Navigator helps families achieve stability by providing guidance, resources, and ... Provide Peer support to individuals/families by using personal and professional life experiences.

WESTCARE INC

Peer Family Navigator (50169)

Doral, FL · On-site

$21.63/hr

The Family Navigator helps families achieve stability by providing guidance, resources, and ... Provide Peer support to individuals/families by using personal and professional life experiences.

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for peer navigator in Florida is $14.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.60 and $16.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Peer Navigator is a professional with lived experience who provides guidance, support, and resources to individuals facing similar challenges. They work in healthcare, social services, or community organizations to assist individuals in navigating systems, accessing services, and building self-sufficiency. Peer Navigators offer emotional support, advocacy, and mentorship to foster empowerment and resilience. Their role is crucial in bridging gaps between service providers and the communities they serve.

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To thrive as a Peer Navigator, you need a background in social services, lived experience related to the client population, and strong communication and advocacy skills. Familiarity with resource databases, case management systems, and sometimes certifications in peer support or recovery coaching are valuable. Compassion, patience, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to build trust with clients set outstanding Peer Navigators apart. These skills help Peer Navigators effectively guide clients through complex systems and provide meaningful support during challenging transitions.

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A typical day for a Peer Navigator involves meeting with clients one-on-one or in group settings to discuss their needs, provide emotional support, and connect them with relevant community resources or services. Peer Navigators often collaborate closely with case managers, social workers, and healthcare professionals to advocate on behalf of their clients and ensure seamless service coordination. They may also track client progress in case management systems and attend training sessions or team meetings. The role can sometimes involve traveling to different community sites or attending outreach events. This hands-on, client-focused work environment keeps each day dynamic and rewarding for those passionate about helping others.
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Kinship Peer Navigator

Kinship Peer Navigator

Children's Home Network

Miami, FL • On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: This peer to peer navigator coordinates public benefits between the family and DCF/TANF and helps navigate families to services or tangible items needed to assist families in promoting the health and well being of the children and their relative caregivers. Assists in development and coordination of Support groups for participants. Participates in organization’s performance and quality improvement efforts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Serves as initial contact with family to gather information regarding their needs.
  2. Gathers appropriate assessment information for the team.
  3. Completes DCF/ ACCESS applications with families to seek public benefits (cash assistance, food stamps and Medicaid).
  4. Based on assessment, assists family in developing a Family Support Plan (FSP)
  5. Maintains a caseload of 10-12 families.
  6. Monitors ongoing referrals and resources to the family.
  7. Assists in development and coordination of Support groups for participants.
  8. Coordinates with other departments within the Children’s Home Network as required.
  9. Maintains ongoing relationships with organizations, individuals and providers that assist the program, and renews and expands those relationships.
  10. Works with Program Manager and program staff to determine any family needs and utilizes developed peer to peer relationships to fill those needs.
  11. Ensures proper documentation of all activities involved in the acquisition of program

resources as set forth in CHN policy and procedures and funder contract requirements.

  1. Develops and maintains a list of individuals, organizations and providers that may assist

children and families in the program (Businesses, Civic Groups, Schools, Neighborhood Associations and Faith Groups).

  1. Works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to meet the needs of children and families.
  2. Performs other related duties as assigned.

***THESE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS A COMPLETE

STATEMENT OF ALL DUTIES PERFORMED. EMPLOYEES WILL BE REQUIRED TO PERFORM

OTHER JOB RELATED MARGINAL DUTIES AS REQUIRED***

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent and one (1) year experience in Social Services environment

or related field. Experienced relative caregiver required.

Licenses & Certifications:

  • Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license with no record of criminal
  • driving offense of license suspension.
  • Must possess means of providing job related transportation and show proof of required
  • insurance. Must be insurable under CHI’s current auto insurance policy.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
  • Must successfully complete and maintain FDLE clearance, Federal background and
  • State criminal background check and sexual predator screening.

PRIMARY CLIENTS SERVED:

Families identified as relative caregivers providing primary care for children ages 0-18 of kin that are self-referred or through community referrals.

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

I, the undersigned, have read and understand the requirements of this position as outlined in

this job description. I am aware that this job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive

statement of duties and responsibilities as secondary functions may be assigned from time to

time. I, also, understand that my continued employment and performance evaluation will be

based on my performance of the functions established herein and compliance with established

agency policies and performance standards. I accept the duties and responsibilities described. I

attest that I meet the requirements for this position as outlined in the job description. I

acknowledge that this is my primary employment and my duties will be conducted without

interference from a secondary job.