Independent Living Specialist - MAP Bronx

About the role

This is a field-based position, working in the community in clients’ apartments as part of a residential treatment model. The role is responsible for all aspects of assigned caseload in a transitional community-based mental health housing program, where clients have a mental health diagnosis (SPMI) and/or substance use disorder.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the intake and admission process, restorative services daily, develop and update service plans, maintain chart documentation, provide supportive counseling, teach and assist with activities of daily living, assist clients with money management and independent medication, assist with recreational activities, provide linkages and referrals to community resources such as medical, mental health and/or substance abuse services as needed.
• Utilize a harm reduction approach and motivational interviewing techniques with clients.
• Make regular visits to client apartments to ensure a safe and secure environment and assist with coordinating repairs as needed.
• Participate in community meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Be on call during off-hours.
• Participate in BRC approved trainings.
• Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed.

Qualifications

• BA strongly preferred, but will consider several years of related experience in the mental health field in lieu of BA.
• Supportive counseling, case management, ADL skills training, bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Basic computer literacy required.
• CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR.
• Vaccination preferred but not required.

Benefits

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full-time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• 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.

Schedule

Full-time, 35 hours per week, Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm.