Outreach Housing Specialist - 315 West 35th Street
Company: Bowery Residents Committee
Location: New York
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reports to the clinical supervisor. Submit, compile, copy, and
distribute HRA2010e housing packages, CITY FHEPS shopping letters
and other applicable subsidy/vouchers. Escort/assisting clients
with medical, HRA/Social security benefits, housing interviews and
other housing-related appointments. Serve as a liaison between
program and housing providers. Assist in tracking statistical data
and data entry into various databases. Research resources,
particularly permanent housing options for clients. Liaison with
current providers and establish opportunities with providers for
new housing options. Maintain correspondence relating to housing
interviews. Assisting clients to coordinate their move with DHS,
landlords and other key personnel. Work with Transit ILS and Case
managers to support clients in permanent housing. Provide outreach
and canvassing to engage with clients, as needed. Will be assigned
other related duties.
HOURS:
Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
QUALIFICATIONS:
BA/BS preferred. Experience in processing housing applications,
such as: NYCHA, Section 8, and NY/NY 2010e, CITY FHEPS, SEPS and
HUD-VASH strongly preferred. Minimum 2 years working with clients
on the issues of homelessness, addictions, mental illness,
entitlements and housing. Demonstrable writing and communication
skills. Computer proficiency required. Bi-lingual (English/
Spanish) preferred. Fire Safety and First Aid/CPR certification or
the ability to pass test to acquire these credentials required.
Valid Driver's License required.
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. BRC is
committed to a safe and healthy workplace: we provide PPE to all
employees and enforce temperature monitoring and physical
distancing best practices across our programs.
Today, we have over 1000 full-time, part-time, and per-diem
positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens.
Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would
recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a
more caring and compassionate city.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
Jointly funded by the Department of Homeless Services and the
Metropolitan Transportation Authority, BRC's Transit Homeless
Outreach staff members operate throughout the transit system 24
hours a day. Through this program, which BRC has operated since
2005 and significantly expanded in 2014, BRC provides outreach and
case management services to humanely assist homeless individuals to
permanently relocate from MTA properties. The program serves the
New York City metropolitan area, including the boroughs of
Manhattan, The Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens. Clients of Transit
Homeless Outreach are engaged and assessed with the goal of
connecting them with housing and essential services.
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 is 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.
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