Independent Living Specialist - Vanderbilt Stabilization

Bowery Residents Committee • Manhattan, NY

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About The Position

The Independent Living Specialist provides comprehensive case management services to identified chronically homeless individuals in the Vanderbilt Stabilization program. The specialist manages an assigned caseload, meets with clients regularly in the field and office, and keeps clinical files and reports complete and up to date. The role supports clients as they progress through the program continuum, including assessing barriers to housing, helping clients address those barriers and secure entitlements, and developing individualized housing plans. The specialist also builds a network of support services, prepares clients for housing interviews, arranges housing appointments, participates in case conferences as needed, and coordinates with clinical staff in BRC and outside programs regarding shared clients. Emergency first aid, CPR, or overdose-prevention assistance may be required. Other related duties may be assigned.

The position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week. A high school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred and a master’s degree is ideal. Spanish bilingual skills are strongly preferred but not required. Candidates need excellent communication and writing skills, computer proficiency, and experience working in residential treatment and with MICA and homeless populations. Knowledge of HRA and NY/NY application systems is a plus. CPR certification or willingness to complete CPR training is required. Vaccination is preferred but not required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 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 chronically homeless individuals.
• Manage an assigned caseload, meet with clients regularly in the field and office, and maintain complete, up-to-date clinical files and reports.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify barriers to housing and help clients overcome those barriers and secure entitlements.
• Develop individualized housing plans with clients and support their progress on those plans.
• Build a network of support services for clients.
• Prepare clients for housing interviews and arrange housing appointments.
• Participate in case conferences as needed.
• Coordinate with clinical staff in BRC and outside programs regarding shared clients.
• Provide emergency first aid, CPR, or overdose-prevention assistance when needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance and paid sick time available 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.

What This Job Offers

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