Bowery Residents' Committee
Housing Specialist - Reaching New Heights
Bowery Residents' Committee, New York, New York, us, 10261
Housing Specialist - Reaching New Heights
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Duties/Responsibilities Responsible for all aspects of assigned case load, including meeting with clients on a regular basis and ensuring that all clinical files and reports are complete and up to date. Make weekly visits to client rooms located off site, drop off reminder notices, and conduct room inspections. Use Motivational Interviewing and Harm Reduction Strategies to intensively work with clients as they move through the program continuum. Assist clients in securing entitlements, completing housing applications, preparing for housing interviews, and arranging housing appointments. Build clients' daily living skills to ensure successful independent living. Escort clients to appointments as needed. Liaise with clinical staff in other BRC or off‑site programs. Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Related duties as assigned.
Hours Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week. Monday: 1 pm–9:30 pm; Tuesday—Saturday: 8 am–4:30 pm.
Qualifications
Significant experience working with homeless and formerly incarcerated populations, substance abuse, entitlements, and the housing application process.
Good writing and oral communication skills.
Ability to work in a high‑stress, high‑volume environment while maintaining communication with other components of the treatment team.
BA preferred; HS diploma/GED required.
Knowledge of addictions and recovery processes, as well as group process and dynamics.
Computer literacy required.
CPR training certification or willingness to take a CPR training class.
Vaccination preferred but not required.
MAKE AN IMPACT Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self‑sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.
Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally.
BRC is committed to a safe and healthy workplace: we provide PPE to all employees and enforce temperature monitoring and physical distancing best practices across our programs.
Today, we have over 1,000 full‑time, part‑time, and per‑diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.
Program Description This 200‑bed shelter is designed for homeless men who are in need of job training and employment. Located at BRC’s new Landing Road facility in the Bronx, this new shelter opened in January 2018. Similar to the Palace Employment Residence, the Reaching New Heights Residence provides temporary housing for a period of six to nine months. During this time, clients are guided through a structured continuum of treatment and training designed to give them the skills they need to address any substance abuse and/or health issues and to find and maintain permanent employment and housing. The Reaching New Heights Residence is funded by the NYC Department of Homeless Services.
Benefits
Competitive health and dental plans; coverage available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre‑tax dollars for healthcare, transit, and childcare.
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Industries Civic and Social Organizations
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Housing Specialist - Reaching New Heights
role at
Bowery Residents' Committee .
Duties/Responsibilities Responsible for all aspects of assigned case load, including meeting with clients on a regular basis and ensuring that all clinical files and reports are complete and up to date. Make weekly visits to client rooms located off site, drop off reminder notices, and conduct room inspections. Use Motivational Interviewing and Harm Reduction Strategies to intensively work with clients as they move through the program continuum. Assist clients in securing entitlements, completing housing applications, preparing for housing interviews, and arranging housing appointments. Build clients' daily living skills to ensure successful independent living. Escort clients to appointments as needed. Liaise with clinical staff in other BRC or off‑site programs. Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Related duties as assigned.
Hours Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week. Monday: 1 pm–9:30 pm; Tuesday—Saturday: 8 am–4:30 pm.
Qualifications
Significant experience working with homeless and formerly incarcerated populations, substance abuse, entitlements, and the housing application process.
Good writing and oral communication skills.
Ability to work in a high‑stress, high‑volume environment while maintaining communication with other components of the treatment team.
BA preferred; HS diploma/GED required.
Knowledge of addictions and recovery processes, as well as group process and dynamics.
Computer literacy required.
CPR training certification or willingness to take a CPR training class.
Vaccination preferred but not required.
MAKE AN IMPACT Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self‑sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.
Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally.
BRC is committed to a safe and healthy workplace: we provide PPE to all employees and enforce temperature monitoring and physical distancing best practices across our programs.
Today, we have over 1,000 full‑time, part‑time, and per‑diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.
Program Description This 200‑bed shelter is designed for homeless men who are in need of job training and employment. Located at BRC’s new Landing Road facility in the Bronx, this new shelter opened in January 2018. Similar to the Palace Employment Residence, the Reaching New Heights Residence provides temporary housing for a period of six to nine months. During this time, clients are guided through a structured continuum of treatment and training designed to give them the skills they need to address any substance abuse and/or health issues and to find and maintain permanent employment and housing. The Reaching New Heights Residence is funded by the NYC Department of Homeless Services.
Benefits
Competitive health and dental plans; coverage available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre‑tax dollars for healthcare, transit, and childcare.
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Industries Civic and Social Organizations
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