Northwoods Housing Specialist

Full Time

Plattsburgh, NY, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.75 Hourly

A Spanish version of this position is available upon request

La version de esta posicion esta disponible en Español si es requerida

BHSN , one of the fastest-growing organizations providing whole-person care in the region, is in search of passionate individuals to join our rapidly expanding team!

Your role at BHSN:

As a Northwoods Housing Specialist, you will assist the residents of the housing program to develop, learn and apply the skills necessary to live more independently. All shifts are “stay awake” shifts.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 4:00PM to 12:00AM

What your day might look like:

• Provide support to residents with various aspects of daily living skills

• Transport residents to appointments, or as needed to obtain services, funding, keep legal obligations, etc.

• Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members to ensure resident needs are met including but not limited to coordination of mental health/substance use/primary care services, obtaining/funding, transportation, linkage to other services, care coordination and discharge planning

• Assist in maintaining a safe and sanitary dwelling for residents

• Assist in developing, facilitating, participating in resident activities/outings

• Provide restorative services and accurate documentation of services in a timely manner in accordance with Federal/State regulations and BHSN policies/procedures

• Complete NYSCRI Adult Residential Assessment with residents and assist residents in developing an individualized service plan outlining resident's goals and what restorative services will be provided to assist the resident

• Observe the resident self-administration of medication according to established protocols

Your skills and qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• Associate degree in human services related field strongly preferred

• Experience working with special needs population, especially experience working with individuals recovering from severe mental illness and/or substance use disorders preferred

• Ability to climb stairs; ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

• Valid NYS driver’s license, acceptable to BHSN insurance carrier for required local travel

• CPR certification required within 60 days of employment

• Required to complete 3 hours annually in BHSNU Credits in addition to courses/cohorts as assigned

What’s in it for you?

• Generous time off (with no wait time for accruals)

• Health, vision, and dental coverage (at a low-cost to you)

• Retirement savings plans

• Opportunities for advancement and growth within BHSN

• Mentorship and training programs

• Minimum 12 paid BHSN holidays off annually

• Working within our community, making a real impact, & working alongside passionate colleagues

JOIN A WORKPLACE WHERE YOU BELONG

BHSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and champions Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion across all levels of the organization. We are committed to ensuring every team member can be their authentic self and thrive both personally and professionally.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), ethnicity, color, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, arrest or conviction record, domestic violence survivor status, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status, or any other factor protected by law.