Peer Specialist - Robert C. Wood Apartments

brc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid sick time

3 weeks paid vacation

12 paid holidays

403(b) pension plan

Tuition assistance

FSAs available

Job summary

brc is seeking a dedicated Recovery Peer Advocate in New York City to support individuals experiencing homelessness through housing and recovery goals. You will work with a clinical team, coordinate care, and connect clients with housing, employment, and treatment resources.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and CRPA certification, with experience in homeless services or mental health. CPR training and basic computer literacy are expected.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/ GED and Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) required.
• Must have training and/or experience in homeless services, substance abuse treatment and mental health services.
• Bilingual abilities a plus.
• Basic computer literacy required.
• CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients in social services and case management to support them through housing and recovery goals.
• Assist with skill building, provide referrals, and coordinate care with community providers.
• Serve as a liaison between clients and community providers to provide housing, job assistance, and treatment services.
• Coordinate with the clinical team to support holistic needs of clients.
• Escort and assist clients to appointments (HRA, Social Security, etc.).
• Educate about self-help techniques and coping strategies.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
• Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed.
• Related duties as assigned.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Bilingual ability

CPR training

Education

H.S. diploma or GED

CRPA certification

Tools

CPR training

Job description

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Engage with clients in social services and case management to support them through their housing and recovery goals, assist with skill building, provide relevant referrals, and assist with coordinating care. Serve as a liaison between clients and community providers to provide additional support, including in housing, job assistance, and additional treatment services. Work in coordination with the clinical team to support the holistic needs of both the couple and individual.Escort and assist clients in going to HRA, Social Securityand other related appointments.Additional responsibilities include educating about self-help techniques and self-help group processes, teaching effective coping strategies based on personal experience, and helping clients learn to manage frustrations and anxieties. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conference.Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Related duties as assigned.

HOURS:

Full-time 37.5 hours per week

• Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm

QUALIFICATIONS: H.S. diploma/ GED and Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) required. Must have training and/or experience in one of or more of the following areas: homeless services, substance abuse treatment and mental health services. Bilingual abilities a plus. Basic computer literacy required. CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR

* Vaccination preferred but not required.

MAKE AN IMPACT

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally. BRC is committed to a safe and healthy workplace: we provide PPE to all employees and enforce temperature monitoring and physical distancing best practices across our programs.

Today, we have over 1000 full‑time, part‑time, and per‑diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.

BENEFITS

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

1. Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
2. A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
3. Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
4. Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.