Supportive Housing Navigator

Bowery Residents' Committee; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

12 paid holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

FSAs

Job summary

Bowery Residents' Committee (BRC) seeks a dedicated team member to assist Independent Living Specialists and Housing Retention Specialist in obtaining supportive housing for clients, and to escort clients to medical, benefits, and housing appointments in New York City.

You will compile, copy, and distribute HRA2010e housing packets, issue residency letters, and document client interactions and advocacy in CARES and AWARDS.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree preferred.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two years’ experience working with homeless, mentally ill, or MICA population.
• Excellent client advocacy skills; CPR training or willingness to take CPR.

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 client interactions and advocacy in CARES and AWARDS.
• Compile various 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.

Skills

Client advocacy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BA/BS preferred

HS diploma or GED required

Job description

Bowery Residents' Committee (BRC) seeks a dedicated team member to assist Independent Living Specialists and Housing Retention Specialist in obtaining supportive housing for clients, and to escort clients to medical, benefits, and housing appointments in New York City.

You will compile, copy, and distribute HRA2010e housing packets, issue residency letters, and document client interactions and advocacy in CARES and AWARDS.