Housing Specialist - Vanderbilt Stabilization

About the Role

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity. Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need.

Responsibilities

• Assist Independent Living Specialists to obtain supportive housing for clients.
• Escort clients to medical-, benefits-, and housing-related appointments.
• Compile, copy, and distribute HRA2010e housing packets.
• Issue residency letters and client appointment reminders; document client interactions and advocacy in CARES and AWARDS.
• Compile various reports required by DHS and BRC Administration; assist in tracking statistical data.
• Monitor and update client information in AWARDS and CARES.
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups with clients.
• Research resources for clients.
• Serve as a liaison between program and housing providers.
• Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required; BA/BS degree preferred.
• Minimum two years' experience working with homeless, mentally ill, or MICA population required.
• Excellent client advocacy skills required.
• Liaison experience with external stakeholders preferred.
• Knowledge of NY/NY supportive housing system strongly preferred.
• Good writing and oral communication skills and computer proficiency needed.
• Ability to work independently but also as part of a team.
• CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR.
• Vaccination preferred but not required.

Schedule

Full time, 37.5 hours per week. Sunday–Thursday, 10:00 AM–6:30 PM.

Benefits

• Eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work.
• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
• Minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time.
• 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
• Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, transit, and childcare.