Independent Living Specialist - MAP Bronx

Bowery Residents' Committee • New York, NY

8h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a field based position, working in the community in clients’ apartments as part of a residential treatment model. The role is responsible for all aspects of an assigned caseload within a transitional community-based mental health housing program. Clients served will have a mental health diagnosis (SPMI) and/or substance use disorder. The Metropolitan Apartment Program (MAP) is a transitional housing program for formerly homeless clients who are either mentally ill or dually diagnosed as mentally ill and chemically addicted. Funded by the NYS Office of Mental Health and Medicaid, MAP provides apartments in Manhattan and the Bronx for 87 clients who can function and thrive in a more independent living environment than a traditional community residence. The program's mission is to offer a safe and supportive environment where residents receive rehabilitation interventions to help them achieve their work, social, and community living goals. Services include case management, substance abuse groups, money management, daily skills training, and recreational activities.

Requirements

• BA strongly preferred, but will consider several years of related experience in mental health field in lieu of BA
• Basic computer literacy required
• CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
• Vaccination preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of assigned caseload in transitional community based mental health housing program
• Assist with the intake and admission process
• Provide restorative services daily
• Develop and update service plans
• Maintain chart documentation
• Provide supportive counseling
• Teach and assist with activities of daily living
• Assist clients with money management
• Assist clients with independent medication
• Assist with recreational activities
• Provide linkages and referrals to community resources such as medical, mental health and/or substance abuse services as needed
• Utilize a harm reduction approach and motivational interviewing techniques with clients
• Make regular visits to client apartments to ensure a safe and secure environment and assist with coordinating repairs as needed
• Participate in community meetings
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings
• Be on call during off-hours
• Participate in BRC approved trainings
• Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed
• Related duties as assigned

Benefits

• 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
• Additional paid sick and personal time
• A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC
• Tuition assistance
• 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: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees