Outreach Specialist - EMP - Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

Bowery Residents' Committee • New York, NY

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About The Position

Responsible for providing direct outreach, vulnerability screening, escort, and
referral services for all homeless individuals encountered in the field during
their shift. Also responsible for recording and maintaining accurate statistical
data on all individuals approached and referred as well as case-record
management of clients receiving longer-term services. Recognize the signs and
symptoms of mental health and substance abuse issues and gain a working
knowledge of all available services.

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.

Requirements

• Associates or Bachelor's degree required or demonstrated equivalent experience in lieu of degree
• Will also consider current BRC employees in Community Technician, Program Aide, and other comparable positions with a minimum of 6 months of continuous employment
• Must have strong interest in working in direct services to the homeless and/or mentally ill and substance abusing populations
• Valid state driver's license required
• Good writing skills to provide an adequate written description of client interactions
• Basic computer literacy required
• Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health and substance abuse issues and gain a working knowledge of all available services
• First Aid/CPR certification or the ability to pass test to acquire these credentials required

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak Spanish desirable

Responsibilities

• providing direct outreach
• vulnerability screening
• escort
• referral services for all homeless individuals
• recording and maintaining accurate statistical data on all individuals approached and referred
• case-record management of clients receiving longer-term services

Benefits

• 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: Associate degree