Housing Specialist - 131 West 25th Street
$48,134–$48,134 year
On-site · Manhattan, New York, United States
Job Summary
Assist housing program clients to obtain supportive housing; escort clients to medical, benefits, and housing-related appointments; prepare and distribute housing packets; issue residency letters and reminders; document client interactions and advocacy in CARES and AWARDS; compile reports required by DHS and BRC Administration; track statistical data; monitor client information in AWARDS and CARES; facilitate psychoeducational groups; research resources; liaise between program and housing providers; provide emergency first aid/CPR as needed; typical schedule is 37.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday.
Required Qualifications
- BA/BS degree preferred
- High School diploma or GED required
- Minimum two years’ experience working with homeless, mentally ill, or MICA population required
- Excellent client advocacy skills
- Liaison experience with external stakeholders preferred
- Knowledge of NY/NY supportive housing system strongly preferred
- Good writing and oral communication skills and computer proficiency
- Must possess the ability to work independently but also as part of a team
- CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR
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