Independent Living Specialist - HomePlus Bronx
About The Position
This role is responsible for managing a caseload of single men and women transitioning into housing after experiencing homelessness. Clients will have a mental health diagnosis (SPMI) and/or substance use disorder. The specialist will assist with intake, admissions, entitlement applications and re-certifications, develop and update service plans, maintain chart documentation, provide supportive counseling, and facilitate support groups. They will also teach and assist with daily living activities, money management, rent collection, and recreational activities. Additionally, the role involves connecting clients with community resources for medical, mental health, and substance abuse services, utilizing a harm reduction approach and motivational interviewing techniques. Regular apartment visits are required to ensure client safety and compliance with city guidelines. The specialist will participate in community and interdisciplinary team meetings, be on call during off-hours, and attend BRC-approved trainings. Emergency first aid/CPR assistance may be needed. This position reports to the Program Supervisor.
Requirements
- Basic computer literacy required
- CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR
Nice To Haves
- BA required
- A minimum of one year experience working with the homeless, addicted and/or mentally ill population preferred
- Driver's license preferred
- Bilingual a plus
- HS Diploma and at least two years experience working with the homeless and/or mentally ill
- Vaccination preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Assist with the intake and admission process
- Assist with application and re-certification of entitlements
- Develop and update service plans
- Maintain chart documentation
- Provide supportive counseling
- Plan and facilitate support groups
- Teach and assist with activities of daily living
- Assist clients with money management
- Be involved in collection of clients' rent
- 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 in compliance with City guidelines
- Participate in community meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings
- Be on call during off-hours
- Participate in BRC approved trainings
- Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
