Part-time Desk Clerk - Clyde Burton House

About the Role

Located on the Lower East Side, Clyde Burton House is a permanent SRO housing facility with a capacity for 33 formerly homeless men and women over the age of 55. The program provides permanent housing and a variety of services aimed at helping clients maintain their independence and build a community of support, including case management, medication monitoring, referrals to medical facilities, health education, psychiatric management, entitlement support, money management, recreational activities, assistance with activities of daily living, and free meals.

Responsibilities

• Monitor building entrance and make rounds to ensure security of premises.
• Answer phones and document observations in a logbook.
• Respond to emergencies and provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

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

Schedule

Part-time, 15 hours per week.

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. Full-time employees receive:

• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage available for spouses, domestic partners, 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) for healthcare, transit, and childcare.

About Us

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 BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. With over 1000 full-time, part-time, and per-diem positions across Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens, BRC is committed to employee wellbeing and development, offering a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference, and grow personally and professionally.