Residential Specialist - Domestic Violence Programs

Urban Resource Institute; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Resource Institute in New York, NY seeks a Residential Specialist for Domestic Violence Programs to support residents in a secure, therapeutic setting. You will perform admissions, orientation, group activities, and on-site supervision, while coordinating with case managers to ensure safety and progress.

Responsibilities include crisis response, maintaining documentation, and assisting with referrals to services and housing.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering human services to adults and children, preferably in a residential setting.
• Knowledge of domestic violence issues and sensitivity to diverse communities.
• Proficient with MS Office and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to hotline interviews and present to Administration for approval.
• Provide warm, compassionate welcome to new residents.
• Complete admissions paperwork and provide initial orientation.
• Conduct recreational activities and accompany residents on field trips.
• Assist with childcare and engage with residents.
• Escort residents to services and housing referrals as needed.
• Provide clerical support and manage logbooks and contact records.
• Maintain a safe environment with routine rounds and incident reporting.

Skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Flexibility

DV knowledge

Education

Bachelor Degree with internships in Human Services

Associate Degree with (2-4) years’ experience in Human Services

High School Diploma or GED with (4-5) years’ experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Residential Specialist - Domestic Violence Programs

Job Category: Case Management

Requisition Number: RESID004993

• Posted : October 21, 2026
• Full-Time
• Rate : $20 USD per hour

Locations

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New York, NY
New York, NY, USA

Description

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Respond to and conduct hotline interviews and present to Administration for approval.
• Provide warm, compassionate welcome to new residents.
• Complete necessary admissions paperwork.
• Provide initial orientation to program.
• Conduct recreational activities and accompany residents on field trips, as assigned. Assist in special on-site events.
• Provide childcare and actively engage with residents.
• Assist in escorting residents to services and activities outside of the facility, such as clinics, income maintenance center, and housing referrals.
• Provide administrative support in areas of office coverage, telephone, and clerical work.
• Distribute donations and supplies to residents.
• Conduct room checks.
• Perform light maintenance/housekeeping responsibilities.
• Assist in providing security coverage including building rounds; distribute room keys to residents.
• Maintain a log of visitors entering and exiting the premises and record all unusual incidents per established procedures.
• Function independently in times of facility coverage including responsibility for appropriate action in crisis situations per agency procedure and make necessary phone calls as needed.
• Provide shift summaries.
• Meet with Shift Supervisor for individual and group supervision.
• Participate in monthly staff meetings and training seminars conducted to enhance and develop one’s skills.
• Conduct support groups.
• Conduct regular scheduled rounds to ensure safety and therapeutic availability.
• Read and update the residents and staff log books daily.
• Monitor the daily room availability and conduct the necessary outreach.
• Meet with assigned case manager on a regular basis to assist in assigned tasks.
• Maintain progress notes for each resident, documenting assistance provided.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Shift Supervisor.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:

• Bachelor Degree with internships in Human Services or Associate Degree with (2-4) years’ experience in Human Services or High School Diploma or GED with (4-5) years’ experience

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must possess experience in, or a potential for, delivering a variety of human services to adults and children, preferably in a residential setting.
• Demonstrated sensitivity and experience with and/or knowledge of domestic violence within and against disenfranchised communities including individuals whom identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or HIV-affected, the elderly and individuals with mental health issues.
• Employee must be computer-literate and must have knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal skills required.
• Possess Customer Service Skills.
• Must have ability to be flexible with schedule as needed.
• Must be knowledgeable and sensitive to DV issues.
• Bilingual a plus

Urban Resource Institute provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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