Independent Housing Specialist - Palace Employment Residence

Duties/Responsibilities Responsible for all aspects of assigned case load, including meeting with clients on a regular basis and ensuring that all clinical files and reports are complete and up to date. Make weekly visits to client rooms located off site, drop off reminder notices, and conduct room inspections. Intensively work with clients as they move through the program continuum using Motivational Interviewing and Harm Reduction Strategies. Assist clients in securing entitlements, complete housing applications, prepare clients for housing interviews, and arrange housing appointments. Build clients’ daily living skills to ensure successful independent living. Escort clients to appointments as needed. Liaison with clinical staff in other BRC or off site programs. Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Related duties as assigned. Hours Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm Qualifications Significant experience working with the homeless and formerly incarcerated, substance abuse, entitlements and the housing application process. Good writing and oral communication skills. Ability to work in a high stress/volume environment, while maintaining communication with the other components of the treatment team. BA preferred, HS Diploma/GED required. Knowledge of addictions and recovery process, as well as group process and dynamics. Computer literacy required. CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR. Vaccination preferred but not required. 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, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bowery Residents' Committee