Residential Specialist
About The Position
S:US is seeking a Residential Specialist for their families with children shelter located in the Bronx. This position is located at East 178 Stree Bronx, NY 10457 The Residential Specialist is responsible for providing a warm ,compassionate welcome to new shelter residents. You will be tasked with promoting person-centered services, focusing on supporting the independence of the people we serve. You will manage the primary coverage in the building 24 hours a day 7 days a week, 365 days a year and at times functioning independently using your judgement to guarantee the safety of the people we serve and the building. The ideal candidate will be a person of character with humility ,integrity and can communicate skillfully with empathy and honesty.
Requirements
- F02 certification-REQUIRED
- Security license -REQUIRED
- Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-cantered approach, using an anti -oppressivelens into your work with the people we serve.
- Use neutral and non- judgmental language when responding to the needs and requests of the residents
- Must have ability to be flexible with schedule as needed
- Ability to maintain professional maturity during crisis situations
- Demonstrated sensitivity and experience with and/or knowledge of homelessness, substance misuse and harm reduction, working with the disenfranchised communities including whom identify LGBQT, HIV/AIDs affected, the elderly and individuals with mental health and developmental disabilities.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Effective written and oral communication skill
- Proficiency with computer‐based programs, typing skills
- F80
- Basic First Aid
- Naloxone certification
- Valid driver’s license and bi‐lingual communication preferred
- Food Handler license preferred
Responsibilities
- providing a warm ,compassionate welcome to new shelter residents
- promoting person-centered services
- supporting the independence of the people we serve
- manage the primary coverage in the building 24 hours a day 7 days a week, 365 days a year
- functioning independently using your judgement to guarantee the safety of the people we serve and the building
Benefits
- comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and development
- health and wellness resources
- generous PTO
- professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
