Job Description The Community Connector provides intensive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based case management to youth and families referred to Community Connections.
This role assesses family strengths and needs, connects families to culturally responsive community resources, and addresses barriers to services to help prevent or reduce involvement with law enforcement, juvenile justice, and child welfare systems. This is a one-year grant funded position. Full-time, hourly position ($25-27/hour) Key Responsibilities Provide case management and maintain regular contact with youth and families through phone, text, email, social media, and in-person meetings. Assess family strengths, needs, and capacity to engage in services. Connect families with community resources and coordinate services with community agencies. Identify and address barriers to accessing services. Complete required forms, consents, case notes, data entry, and other program documentation. Maintain confidentiality, protect family privacy, and comply with mandatory reporting requirements. Required Qualifications Associate degree in Social Services or a related field. 3+ years of experience working with youth and families, child welfare, or juvenile justice systems. Knowledge of youth and family services, particularly in North and South Omaha. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered. Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record per Creighton's Vehicle Safety policy. Candidates must have a minimum of two (2) years of licensed driving experience and be at least 19 years of age at the time of hire for this role. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Spanish language proficiency preferred. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed. Ability to travel to family homes, schools, and community agencies. About Us Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. Creighton complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources at HR@creighton.edu. Creighton University seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's mission and values. Job Info Job Identification 594 Job Category Mission and Ministry Posting Date 10/30/2026, 12:22 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 2500 California Plz, Omaha, NE, 68178, US Grant Funded Yes
