Per Diem Community Technician - East Side Stabilization

Bowery Residents' Committee•New York, NY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves assisting in monitoring a residential program for individuals experiencing homelessness, with a primary focus on maintaining a safe environment. The role requires engaging individuals in an approachable and empathetic manner, performing rounds, and addressing their varied needs. The technician will also be responsible for managing conflict and challenging behaviors with self-awareness, emphasizing safety, and building trust while understanding each person's unique experience.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
CPR Certification or the ability to obtain certification required
NYC Fire Safety Guard Certification or the ability to obtain certification required
TB clearance when required
Basic computer literacy required

Nice To Haves

NYC Fire Safety Coordinator Certification preferred; employees must be willing to attempt to acquire certification
Security guard license preferred; employees must be willing to attempt to acquire license
Food Handler Certificate preferred; employees must be willing to attempt to acquire certification
Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness preferred
Ability to effectively communicate with others both in writing and orally
Ability to maintain professional boundaries
Bilingual abilities a plus
Vaccination Preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Assist in monitoring this residential program for individuals experiencing homelessness, with a focus on maintaining a safe environment
Engage individuals in an approachable and empathetic manner while performing rounds and addressing the varied needs of individuals experiencing homelessness
Manage conflict or challenging behaviors with self-awareness, emphasizing safety and building trust while understanding each person's unique experience
Screen residents and visitors at front door
Create written documentation, including logbook entries, incident reports and progress notes
Manage inventory for supplies
Maintain fire safety drills and logs
Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance/NARCAN when needed
Assist with inspections and audits
Escort clients as needed
Serve meals as needed
Help maintain an orderly and clean facility
Perform related duties as assigned