Respite & Renewal Care Specialist – Harm Reduction

OnPoint NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,463 - 42,861; Full time

Job summary

OnPoint NYC is seeking a Respite Care Specialist based in New York. This role involves providing compassionate support to individuals experiencing homelessness or substance use issues, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment. Responsibilities include participant intake, safety monitoring, and maintaining hygiene protocols.

The ideal candidate has experience in harm reduction and community-based settings, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to trauma-informed care. This full-time position offers an hourly pay rate and requires collaboration with other services.

Qualifications

• Experience in harm reduction or community-based settings is required.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in crisis situations.
• Effective communication both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trauma-informed participant intake.
• Monitor participants' well-being during their stay.
• Document respite use and incidents accurately.

Skills

Harm reduction experience

Crisis management

Interpersonal skills

Documentation skills

Trauma-informed care

Job description

OnPoint NYC is seeking a Respite Care Specialist based in New York. This role involves providing compassionate support to individuals experiencing homelessness or substance use issues, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment. Responsibilities include participant intake, safety monitoring, and maintaining hygiene protocols.

The ideal candidate has experience in harm reduction and community-based settings, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to trauma-informed care. This full-time position offers an hourly pay rate and requires collaboration with other services.