Independent Living Specialist - East Harlem Safe Haven

Bowery Residents' Committee • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Independent Living Specialist provides comprehensive case management to identified chronic homeless individuals at the East Harlem Safe Haven. The specialist is responsible for all aspects of an assigned caseload, including regular client meetings in the field and office and keeping clinical files and reports complete and up to date.

The role supports clients as they move through the program continuum by assessing barriers to housing, helping clients address those barriers and secure entitlements, and developing and working toward individualized housing plans. The specialist builds networks of support services, prepares clients for housing interviews, arranges housing appointments, and participates in case conferences as needed. The specialist also liaises with clinical staff in BRC and outside programs regarding shared clients, and provides emergency first aid, CPR, or overdose-prevention protocol assistance when needed. Other related duties may be assigned.

This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, Sunday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Experience working in residential treatment and with MICA and homeless populations.
• CPR training certification or willingness to take a CPR training class.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; master’s degree ideal.
• Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of HRA and NY/NY application systems is a plus.
• Vaccination preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive case management services to identified chronic homeless individuals.
• Manage an assigned caseload, including meeting with clients regularly in the field and office.
• Ensure clinical files and reports are complete and current.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify barriers to housing.
• Help clients overcome housing barriers and secure entitlements.
• Develop individualized housing plans with clients and help them make progress toward their plans.
• Build a network of support services for clients.
• Prepare clients for housing interviews and arrange housing appointments.
• Participate in case conferences as needed.
• Liaise with clinical staff in BRC and outside programs regarding shared clients.
• Provide emergency first aid, CPR, or overdose-prevention protocol assistance when needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance and paid sick time immediately upon starting work.
• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage available for a spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
• At least three weeks of paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time.
• 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
• Tuition assistance and training opportunities for career development.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, transit, and childcare expenses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED