Field-Based Transit Outreach Specialist — Drive Housing Access

Bowery Residents' Committee; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 45 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical benefits

Paid sick time Day One

Vacation time (3+ weeks)

403(b) with employer match

Tuition assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Staff wellbeing

Resumo da oferta

Bowery Residents' Committee (BRC) is seeking an Outreach Specialist for the Transit Homeless Outreach team in New York City. This full-time, field-based role conducts compassionate, street-based outreach at transit locations to connect individuals with housing and essential services.

You will document interactions, complete brief assessments, and collaborate with partner agencies to support clients’ stability.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build trust and work effectively in the field.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct street-based outreach in transit locations.
• Connect clients to housing, medical, mental health, and substance use services.
• Complete brief assessments, provide escorts, and make referrals.
• Document outreach activity and client interactions.
• Work primarily at high-need areas, including end-of-line stations.
• Collaborate with partner agencies and outreach teams.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Basic computer skills

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Bowery Residents' Committee (BRC) is seeking an Outreach Specialist for the Transit Homeless Outreach team in New York City. This full-time, field-based role conducts compassionate, street-based outreach at transit locations to connect individuals with housing and essential services.

You will document interactions, complete brief assessments, and collaborate with partner agencies to support clients’ stability.