In-Person Hiring Event BRC Entry Level Position!
Bowery Residents' Committee · Manhattan, NY · 2 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Duties/Responsibilities
- Maintain a safe environment by assisting in monitoring the residential program for individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Engage individuals in an approachable and empathetic manner during rounds and address varied needs.
- Manage conflict or challenging behaviors with self-awareness, emphasizing safety and building trust while understanding each person's unique experience.
- Screens residents and visitors at the front door, creates written documentation including logbook entries, incident reports, and progress notes.
- Manages inventory for supplies, conducts fire safety drills and logs, and provides emergency first aid, CPR assistance, and NARCAN when needed.
- Assists with inspections and audits, escorts clients, serves meals as needed, and helps maintain an orderly and clean facility.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required.
- CPR Certification or the ability to obtain certification required.
- NYC Fire Safety Guard Certification or the ability to obtain certification required.
- NYC Fire Safety Coordinator Certification preferred; employees must be willing to attempt to acquire certification.
- Security guard license preferred; employees must be willing to attempt to acquire license.
- Food Handler Certificate preferred; employees must be willing to attempt to acquire certification.
- TB clearance when required.
- Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness preferred.
- Effectively communicate with others both in writing and orally.
- Able to maintain professional boundaries.
- Basic computer literacy required.
- Bilingual abilities a plus.
- Vaccination preferred but not required.
Benefits
- Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage 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.
Make an Impact
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. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally.