Case Manager/Assessment Specialist

Volunteers of America - Greater New York, Inc.•New York, NY

About The Position

Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is an anti-poverty organization working to end homelessness in the New York area by 2050. We operate over 60 programs across New York City, Northern New Jersey and Westchester County including emergency, transitional and permanent housing. Our services extend to families experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans, youth aging out of foster care, adults with behavioral health or substance use needs, and others in need, including a special education preschool program. We are in search of new talent in the following position… Position: Assessment Specialist The Assessment Specialist conducts standardized assessments for homeless men to identify housing barriers and determine the level of service needed. The Schwartz Men’s Shelter is a shelter for men operating 24 hours a day and seven days a week. Clients are referred to the program by the New York City Department of Homeless Services. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/housing Location: Wards Island, NY 10035

Requirements

Associates Degree or 60 college credits courses in Human Services field or High School Diploma or GED with 2 year of relevant shelter experience.
The position also requires a demonstrated ability in verbal and written communication, including basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Provide standardized assessments to individuals who have entered the shelter.
Obtain household verification and background checks as required.
Assess client’s housing and services need. Identify immediate housing placement opportunities for clients.
Collaborate with area providers to coordinate necessary services.
Make referrals to case management, housing search support and other services as appropriate.