Housing Access & Advocacy Specialist

brc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

403(b) pension plan with matching

Tuition assistance

FSAs

Job summary

BRC is seeking a dedicated Housing and Independent Living Specialist support staff in New York to help clients obtain supportive housing and coordinate essential appointments. You will document interactions in CARES and AWARDS, prepare housing packets, and liaise with housing providers.

Responsibilities include reporting to DHS and BRC Administration, tracking data, updating client records, and facilitating groups.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree preferred.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two years’ experience with homeless, mentally ill, or MICA population.
• Excellent client advocacy skills required.
• Liaison experience with external stakeholders preferred.
• Knowledge of NY/NY supportive housing system strongly preferred.
• Good writing and oral communication skills; computer proficiency.
• CPR training certification or willingness to take CPR course.

Responsibilities

• Assist Independent Living Specialists and Housing Retention Specialist to obtain supportive housing for clients.
• Escort clients to medical, benefits, and housing-related appointments.
• Compile, copy, and distribute HRA2010e housing packets.
• Issue residency letters and client appointment reminders; document interactions and advocacy in CARES and AWARDS.
• Compile reports required by DHS and BRC Administration; assist in tracking statistical data.
• Monitor and update client information in AWARDS and CARES.
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups with clients.
• Research resources for clients.
• Serve as a liaison between program and housing providers.
• Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed.
• Related duties as assigned.

Skills

Client advocacy

Writing & communication

Stakeholder liaison

CPR knowledge

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High School diploma or GED required

Job description

BRC is seeking a dedicated Housing and Independent Living Specialist support staff in New York to help clients obtain supportive housing and coordinate essential appointments. You will document interactions in CARES and AWARDS, prepare housing packets, and liaise with housing providers.

Responsibilities include reporting to DHS and BRC Administration, tracking data, updating client records, and facilitating groups.