Housing Retention Specialist

5 days ago

Brooklyn, New York, United States Bowery Residents' Committee Full time

Duties/Responsibilities
Assist housing team in providing follow up services for one year to former clients placed into housing to ensure successful transition. Act as liaison between the program and NY/NY Housing providers. Facilitate psycho-educational groups for current and former clients. Assist in placing clients in housing. Provide comprehensive case management and services to a caseload of current clients. Provide case management services to caseload of aftercare clients Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Hours
Full-time 37.5 hours per week

Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm (one late day 12:30pm-9pm)

Qualifications
BA/BS degree preferred, High School diploma/GED required. Minimum two years experience working with homeless, mentally ill, or MICA population preferred. Knowledge of the NY/NY housing system. Basic computer literacy required. CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR.

  • 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.

Today, we have over 1000 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.

Benefits
BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

  • Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is 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.

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