Residential Specialist - Homeless Families - NYC Job at Urban Resource, LLC, New York, NY

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  • Urban Resource, LLC
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Description

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

Urban Resource Institute (URI) is a dynamic, innovative, and well-respected organization founded in 1980 that transforms the lives of domestic violence survivors and homeless families through safe shelter and comprehensive services; delivers prevention and intervention programs that break cycles of violence and poverty; and actively works for sustainable systemic change. URI is the oldest licensed provider of domestic violence (DV) shelter and services in New York State, and is the largest provider in the United States of DV shelter services, as well as a leading provider of shelter and services for homeless families. URI has a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion among leadership, staff, and clients at residential and nonresidential sites across New York City.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Residential Specialist is responsible for direct service provision to residents. Resident Specialist provides assistance and support to families with children residing in DHS facilities. In addition, successful candidates must have strong time management skills, be flexible and creative, and must be willing to support clients in a wide range of tasks and activities. Individual must demonstrate sensitivity to issues related homelessness. Salary: $34,307

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support clients to complete their activities of daily living Work directly with individual to develop and achieve meaningful life goals Document information and assist in tracking data with logs and reports Maintain professional communication with other program staff Provide support and direct care to clients, and help to maintain a safe and clean living/working environment Transporting clients to activities and appointments Maintaining a safe and secure facility; Attend Staff meetings and trainings as requested; Responding to requests from residents; Meet regularly w/ team; Understanding and following emergency procedures, including fire procedures; Sorting and organizing donations of food, clothing, etc; Conducting room checks as needed; Assisting with intake procedures as directed; Distributing household supplies; Keeping activity logs; Assisting with bed utilization by helping with apartment preparation and cleaning; Crisis intervention, mediate between residents when necessary; Childcare Perform other duties as assigned by the Social Work Supervisor. SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES High School Diploma with at least 1 year experience in a residential shelter.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Familiarity with DHS regulations and DHS Cares Reporting preferred Must possess a demonstrated ability in delivering client services including: communication and listening skills, understanding of human interaction and personality development, the ability to write and record case documentation, and demonstrated skills in group counseling. Employee must be computer-literate and must have knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications. Must have ability to be flexible of schedule as needed Excellent written and verbal skills are required At URI we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. We actively seek a diverse candidate pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. At URI we offer equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state and local law. Qualifications Education Required High School or better Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor. Urban Resource, LLC

Job Tags

Local area, Flexible hours,

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