Outreach Specialist - PENN - Sunday-Thursday 3pm-11:30pm
About The Position
Jointly funded by the Department of Homeless Services and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, BRC's Transit Homeless Outreach staff members operate throughout the transit system 24 hours a day. Through this program, which BRC has operated since 2005, BRC provides outreach and case management services to humanely assist homeless individuals to permanently relocate from MTA properties. Due to a recent expansion, BRC has many new outreach positions available. The program serves the New York City metropolitan area, including the boroughs of Manhattan, The Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens. Clients of Transit Homeless Outreach are engaged and assessed with the goal of connecting them with housing and essential 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
- Responsible for providing direct outreach, escort, and referral services for all homeless individuals encountered in the field during their shift.
- 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.
- Related duties as assigned.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
