Career Navigator, Supported Employment Program

Join the BuildAbility Team as the Career Navigator

Do you want to help others achieve their career goals Are you passionate about establishing procedures to create a successful program Were seeking a Career Navigator to help participants in our Coordinated Career Pathways (CCP) service line to secure meaningful job opportunities build career readiness skills and successfully transition into long-term competitive integrated employment.

Why work with us :

• Meaningful Mission : Be a part of a team thats transforming lives and empowering individuals within the community. Our mission is to carve out a space for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities encouraging them to envision a life without limitations and then guiding them toward turning that vision into a reality.
• Inclusive Environment : Join an organization that values diversity anti-racism and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
• Comprehensive Benefits : Enjoy competitive compensation starting at $23.00 - $28.00 / hour along with a generous benefits package.
• If our values align with yours then this opportunity is tailor-made for you!

As a Career Navigator you will be responsible for :

Coordinated Career Pathways (CCP) Program Development

Collaborate with Employment Services and Leadership teams to create and implement all relevant policies standard operating procedures and program evaluation methods for CCP.

Collaborate with Employment Services and Leadership teams to create all resources needed for service delivery including Person-Centered Career Plan (PCCP) and other service templates community connection database etc.

Support with the vendorization for Customized Employment through the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR).

Collaborate with the Employment Services and Leadership teams to complete the necessary requirements for BuildAbility to become a certified ACRE (Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators) training provider in customized employment.

Ensure accurate data collection and timely completion of quarterly and annual progress reports.

Represent BuildAbility in external meetings and collaborations related to career pathways and employment supports.

Program Delivery

Pilot the CCP program with phased enrollment culminating in at least five fully enrolled participants by the end of the fiscal year (June 2026)

Develop and maintain Person-Centered Career Plans (PCCPs) with each participant integrating goals into the IPP where appropriate.

Provide 1 : 1 assistance with career exploration education benefits planning and resource navigation.

Maintain ongoing communication with participants families and regional centers ensuring that services remain aligned with the participants goals.

Monitor progress and review PCCPs monthly; modify plans as needed in collaboration with the team.

Support participants through transitions including into post-secondary education internships or employment programs.

Attend annual progress meetings upon request and assist in coordinating interpretation and plain-language materials.

Schedule :

Temp-to-hire

Eligible for permanent role upon meeting performance and program milestones

M-F 40 hours per week

Work Location :

Sylmar CA

Occasional travel

Compensation :

Starting at $23.00- $28.00 / hour (dependent upon prior experience and qualifications).

Temporary Employment Benefits :

Paid Sick Time (56 hours)

Mileage Reimbursement and Paid Travel Time

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunity for Career Advancement

Additional Full-Time Benefits :

90% coverage for Medical and 100% coverage for Dental and Vision insurance

100% Employer Paid Life Insurance for up to 2X the annual salary with Reliance Standard

Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year

12paid holidays per year

1 floating holiday per year

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Qualifications :

Bachelors and at least 3 years of experience in the field of developmental disabilities; OR Associates degree and at least 5 years of experience in the field of developmental disabilities.

Completion of training in Person-Centered Thinking / Planning (required or attained within the first 90 days of employment).

ACRE certification with an emphasis in Customized Employment or APSE CESP credential (required or attained within the first 90 days of employment).

Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.

Strong technology skills with confidence using Microsoft Office Suite electronic verification systems Learning Management Systems and video editing software.

Valid Drivers License and proof of automobile insurance.

Clear criminal background check.

BuildAbility is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to anti-racism diversity and inclusion in our workplace environment stakeholder engagement and participant support. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 23 - 28