Outreach Independent Living Specialist Non-Driver - Homeless Outreach
BRC · Manhattan, New York, US
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide comprehensive case management services to identified chronic homeless individuals.
Job description
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide comprehensive case management services to identified chronic homeless individuals. Responsible for all aspect of assigned case load, including meeting with clients on a regular basis both in the field and in the office, and ensure that all clinical files and reports are complete and up to date. Intensively work with clients as they move through the program continuum by conducting comprehensive assessments to identify barriers to housing, assisting clients to overcome housing barriers and secure entitlements, developing and working with clients to progress on individualized housing plans, building a network of support services for clients, prepare clients for housing interviews and arrange housing appointments, and participating in case conferences as necessary. Liaison with clinical staff in other BRC or off-site programs with regard to common clients. Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Related duties as assigned. HOURS: Full-time 37.5 hours per week QUALIFICATIONS: BA in related field preferred. Significant experience working in outreach or case management strongly preferred. Strong interest in providing direct services to home...