Independent Living Specialist (Bilingual) - 18-26 Redfern Ave
$48,134–$48,134 year
On-site · Queens, New York, United States
Job Summary
Independent Living Specialist duties include managing an assigned tenants caseload to promote housing stability, assisting with applications and re-certifications for entitlements, making linkages to community resources (vocational, medical, mental health, substance abuse), providing supportive counseling, and conducting regular tenant visits to ensure a safe environment in compliance with guidelines. Qualifications emphasize bilingual Spanish ability, a BA in Psychology or 3+ years relevant experience with HS diploma/GED, CPR training willingness, and experience with substances or mental health populations; basic computer literacy and health benefits awareness are noted.
Required Qualifications
- BA in Psychology/related field OR At least three years relevant experience and HS diploma/GED required
- Bilingual Spanish required
- CPR training certification or willingness to take CPR training
- Experience working with the substance abuse and/or mentally ill population
- Basic computer literacy
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