Independent Living Specialist - Landing Road Apartments

Bowery Residents' Committee • New York, NY

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About The Position

Reporting to the social services coordinator, the Independent Living Specialist
is responsible for all aspects of an assigned caseload of tenants living in the
program. Specific duties are focused around helping tenants maintain housing
stability and include assisting with applications and re-certification for
entitlements; providing linkages and referrals to community resources such as
vocational, medical, mental health, and/or substance abuse services; and
providing supportive counseling. The Independent Living Specialist will also
make regular visits to tenant apartments to ensure a safe and secure environment
in compliance with guidelines.

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• BA preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Vaccination preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• assisting with applications and re-certification for entitlements
• providing linkages and referrals to community resources such as vocational, medical, mental health, and/or substance abuse services
• providing supportive counseling
• make regular visits to tenant apartments to ensure a safe and secure environment in compliance with guidelines

Benefits

• Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees