Desk Clerk - Clyde Burton House

About the Role

Monitor the building entrance, conduct security rounds, and answer phones. Document observations in a logbook, respond to emergencies, and provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Additional related duties as assigned.

Schedule

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Good reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy.
• CPR training certification or willingness to complete training.

About the Organization

At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing support, opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity. BRC offers a workplace focused on employee wellbeing and development, where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference, and grow personally and professionally. With over 1,000 positions across Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens, 95% of employees would recommend BRC as a great place to work.

Program Description

Located on the Lower East Side, Clyde Burton House is a permanent SRO housing facility for 33 formerly homeless men and women over the age of 55. Funded by the NYC Department of Homeless Services, NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development, and NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, the program provides permanent housing alongside services such as case management, medication monitoring, medical referrals, health education, psychiatric management, entitlement support, money management, recreational activities, assistance with daily living activities, and free meals.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health insurance and paid sick time.
• Competitive health and dental plans covering spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
• Minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time.
• 403(b) pension plan with employer matching.
• Tuition assistance and career development training opportunities.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, transit, and childcare.