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Goodwill

Youth Service Navigator (Impact)

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$16.50 - $19.50/hr

The Youth Service Navigator supports youth and young adults in the YouthWorks programs by helping them access, coordinate, and sustain connections to essential services that promote stability, well ...

Bloom Our Youth

Bloom Beyond Navigator

Fayetteville, GA · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Bloom Our Youth Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Georgia's families and ... Navigator, Bloom Beyond REPORTS TO: Director of Bloom Beyond REQUIREMENTS : * Bachelor of Social ...

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How much do youth navigator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for youth navigator in the United States is $22.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a youth navigator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Youth Navigator, you need a background in social work, youth development, or counseling, often supported by relevant certifications or a degree in a related field. Familiarity with case management systems, community resource databases, and reporting tools is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and the ability to build trust and motivate young people are essential soft skills. These capabilities are vital for effectively guiding youth towards positive outcomes and connecting them with needed services.

What are some common challenges youth navigators face when working with young people, and how are these typically addressed?

Youth Navigators often encounter challenges such as building trust with youth, addressing diverse and complex needs, and navigating limited resources. Establishing rapport requires patience, consistency, and cultural sensitivity. Navigators typically collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams—including social workers, educators, and mental health professionals—to develop tailored support plans and connect youth to appropriate services. Ongoing training and supervision help Navigators stay effective and resilient in overcoming these challenges.

What is a youth navigator?

Youth Navigators are professionals who assist young people in accessing resources, support services, and opportunities that help them achieve their educational, career, and personal goals. They typically work in schools, community organizations, or government programs, guiding youth through challenges such as finding employment, continuing education, or overcoming social barriers. Youth Navigators often provide mentorship, advocacy, and connect individuals to programs like job training, counseling, or housing support.
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Infographic showing various Youth Navigator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 49% Full Time, 46% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,665 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Workforce Navigator (Out of School)

Center for Youth Services

Rochester, NY • On-site

$19.50 - $22.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

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Center for Youth: Started BY YOUTH FOR YOUTH. We partner with youth to realize their full potential, by creating opportunities, removing barriers and promoting social justice. The Center ensures understanding and values differences in people of diverse cultures, ethnic origins, sexual orientation, disabilities and beliefs.Overview: Learn to Earn is a job readiness program providing wrap-around academic and employment services to out-of-school youth ages 17-24 years old, funded by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. This program's purpose is to help job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in their employment and educational goals.The Workforce Navigator is responsible for implementing all aspects of direct service delivery for the Learn 2 Earn 2 Program at The Center for Youth Services. This includes promoting the project, assessing participant skills and needs, helping establish academic and employment plans and goals, providing job-readiness information and supports, maintaining appropriate records and data collection, and identifying quality businesses to offer year-round internship opportunities for youth. In cooperation with the staff at The Center for Youth, the Workforce Navigator acts as a link to community agencies, local businesses and colleges, and Rochester Works!. The Workforce Navigator maintains regular contact with participants and their support systems, develops and facilitates job readiness trainings, refers youth to appropriate agencies for further supports, develops business relationships to provide paid internship opportunities to program participants, and provides direct support to all youth in attaining their educational and employment goals. The Workforce Navigator provides support to the Project Coordinator and acts as official ambassador of the program when necessary.Schedule: Monday- Friday 8am-4pmResponsibilities:Promoting the ProjectRecruiting ParticipantsScreening and Qualifying ApplicantsAssisting with the Development and Maintenance of a Job Readiness TrainingMeeting with participants frequently to:Assess and review needsAssist in subsidized and non-subsidized employment obtainmentReview and support academic and employment goalsProvide service referrals and linkages, as appropriateMaking onsite visits to work sites to assess progress and assure successful outcomesMaintaining contact with and providing ongoing information to participants' support systems (i.e. parents, school, referral source)Providing transportation to participants for program events and activities, as neededRequired Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Human Services OR related field OR equivalent combination of education and experiencePay Rate: $19.50- $22.50 per hour The Center for Youth Provides Equal Employment Opportunities