Independent Living Specialist - Palace Employment Residence

Bowery Residents' Committee • New York, NY

53d

About The Position

The Independent Living Specialist is responsible for an assigned client caseload and supports residents as they progress through the program. The role helps clients obtain entitlements and employment, establish and monitor savings accounts, prepare for housing interviews, arrange housing appointments, and develop daily living skills for successful independent living. The specialist facilitates groups within the Phase system under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator and works with the Retention Specialist to verify employment and housing placements. The role also coordinates with clinical staff in other BRC or off-site programs regarding shared clients, maintains complete and current clinical files and reports, and provides emergency first aid or CPR when needed. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Computer literacy required.
• Good writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a high-stress, high-volume environment while maintaining communication with other components of the treatment team.
• CPR training certification or willingness to take a CPR training class.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Significant experience working with people experiencing homelessness and formerly incarcerated people, substance abuse, entitlements, and work-readiness programs preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Knowledge of addictions and the recovery process, as well as group process and dynamics.
• Vaccination preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of an assigned caseload, meet with clients regularly, and keep clinical files and reports complete and up to date.
• Work intensively with clients as they progress through the program continuum.
• Assist residents in securing entitlements and gainful employment, establishing and monitoring savings accounts, preparing for housing interviews, and arranging housing appointments.
• Build clients’ daily living skills to support successful independent living.
• Facilitate groups within the Phase system under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator.
• Work with the Retention Specialist to verify employment and housing placements.
• Liaise with clinical staff in other BRC or off-site programs regarding clients they have in common.
• Provide emergency first aid or CPR 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