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    Independent Living Specialist - Brooklyn, United States - BRC

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    Tagged: Shift - Day, Full Time

    DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Responsible for all aspects of assigned caseload, including meeting with individuals and families living in supportive housing on a regular basis. Make referrals to medical, mental health and/or substance abuse services as needed. Provide clients with supportive counseling. Make regular visits to client apartments, and monitor clients to ensure a safe and secure environment. Teach and assist clients with activities of daily living. Plan and facilitate support groups. Assist with entitlements. Ensure that all clinical files and reports are complete and up to date. Assist with intake and admission process. Participate in community meetings. Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Related duties as assigned.

    HOURS :

    Full-time 37.5 hours per week

  • Tuesday-Saturday 9:30am-6:00pm
  • QUALIFICATIONS:

    BA preferred. At least four years relevant experience and HS diploma/ GED required. Experience working with the substance abuse and/or mentally ill population required. Bilingual in Spanish required. Basic computer literacy required. CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR.

    *Vaccination 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 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.

    PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

    Liberty Homes is a permanent supported housing facility with 46 units funded by the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development and the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. The program serves disabled and formerly homeless single adults, couples and families. In addition to providing permanent housing for its tenants, Liberty Homes offers a variety of services aimed at helping clients maintain their independence and build a community of support among peers, including case management, referrals to medical facilities, health education, psychiatric management, employment search and retention assistance, parenting training, entitlement support and money management, recreational activities, and assistance with activities of daily living.

    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, 11 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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