Transit Outreach Navigator — Housing & Health Access

Bowery Residents' Committee; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical benefits

Paid sick time

Vacation time

Holidays

403(b) match

Tuition assistance

Career advancement

Staff wellbeing

Zusammenfassung

Bowery Residents' Committee seeks an Outreach Specialist to engage directly with individuals experiencing chronic homelessness in NYC transit locations, providing hands-on support and navigation to housing and services. The role involves street-based outreach, assessments, referrals, and collaboration with partner agencies.

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and valid driver's license are required; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel across boroughs.
• Basic computer skills.

Aufgaben

• Conduct compassionate, street‑based outreach in transit locations.
• Connect clients to housing, medical, mental health, and substance use services.
• Complete brief assessments, provide escorts, and make referrals.
• Document outreach activity and client interactions.
• Work primarily at high‑need areas, including end‑of‑line stations.
• Collaborate with partner agencies and outreach teams.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Jobbeschreibung

Bowery Residents' Committee seeks an Outreach Specialist to engage directly with individuals experiencing chronic homelessness in NYC transit locations, providing hands-on support and navigation to housing and services. The role involves street-based outreach, assessments, referrals, and collaboration with partner agencies.

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and valid driver's license are required; bilingual skills are a plus.