Institute for Community Living (ICL)is a nonprofit organization servicing the NYCMetro area and for over 35 years weve provided lifesaving care to New Yorkers in need that includes but is not limited to addiction assistance mental health services and housing support for all. Proudly doing so with integrity love and respect. Our goal is to have a positive and longlasting impact on the lives of the people and communities we serve with the hope of providing the care support and attention they need.
So it is our pleasure to announce that we are currently seeking afulltimecandidate for the role ofHousing Coordinator (HC)to join our team! Veterans preferred for specific VA Shelter locations.
By ICL definition under the direct supervision of the Program Dir. a Housing Coordinator is someone primarilyresponsible for promoting the attainment of resident permanent housing goalsthrough ongoing assessment of resident housing needs and preferences and the development of housing opportunities in the communityfor homeless individuals or individuals with mental conditions(i.e. persons properly diagnosed as suffering from mental illness alcoholism or substance abuse).
MIN. ROLE REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES:
- LOCATION:LIC NY 11101 Available 5 Days min. Monday to Sunday with options for O.T. Shift: Days & Hours TBD
- EDU/EXP:degree options belowMUSTbe majored and/or concentrating (min. 24 credits) in the following human service fields social work psychology nursing rehabilitation education occupational therapy physical therapy recreation/recreation therapy counseling sociology community mental health child and family studies speech andhearing OR a practicum encompassing a substantial number of activities with the target population alongside coinciding experience withproviding direct services to individuals with mental disabilitiespreferably in a shelter setting
- BA Degree and 2 years of case mgmt. housing services or relevant human services exp.
- BA Degree with 1year practicum and 1 years of case mgmt. housing services or relevant human services exp.
- AA Degree and 3 years of case mgmt. housing services or relevant human services exp.
- GED/HSE or HS Diploma and 4 years of case mgmt. housing services or relevant human services exp.
- LICENSING:
- CPR & First Aid(to be obtained within 90 days of employment)
- Valid State Drivers ID CDL General Class D orClass A B or C licensing accepted) NY NJ CT or PA preferred
- Proper attire always this includes work pants boots and outer/innerwear with the ICL company logo(provided after training)
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to stand stoop bend and stretch for long periods of time
- Ability to effectively use computer software such as MS Word and Outlook
- Ability to consistently report for work as scheduled being oncall if needed
- Knowledge of the causes and processes of mental illness and substance abuse disorder
- Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor including lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work in a setting with diverse individuals with mental illness and/or behavioral disorders
- Strong problemidentification and solving skills with an awareness of self and ones impact on others
- Ability to work independently and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures
- Strong communication listening interpersonal writing and conveying skillsbilingual is a plus but not mandatory
- Ability to continually learn and apply knowledge with a willingness to participate in inservice training and development activities
- Ability to learn understand and comply with all state and city regulations policies and procedures regarding human services
- Ability to facilitate meetings and organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without prompting
- Ability to follow all safety guidelines in accordance with the performance of the tasks mentioned below...
HOUSING COORDINATOR TASKS:
- Find suitable permanent housing in the community
- Assist in the orientation of new personnel when requested
- Document efforts to locate and secure housing for residents
- Develop and maintain community resource guides for each of the five boroughs
- Develop and maintain relationships with housing providers and the Veterans Administration
- Serve as liaison to the Veterans Administration to identify housing for residents who qualify for VA housing
- Comply with attendance and timekeeping rules and report reliably and regularly to work on an ongoing basis
- Maintain uptodate accurate individual paper and electronic case records as directed by the Program Director
- Serve as a liaison between the residents and landlords regarding movein schedules leases rent and utility issues
- Attend regularly scheduled clinical meetings staff meetings and supervision as well as inservice training and development activities
- Review the staff communications log and make entries concerning essential elements of information designated by program management
- Immediately report serious incidents allegations of abuse incidents or sensitive situations and complete incident reports in accordance with agency policy
- Comply and promote compliance with all applicable laws regulations and agency policies helping to strengthen and maintain an ethical organizational culture
- Collaborate with case management staff to understand the specific housing needs and preferences of residents and act accordingly when searching for housing options
- Participate in ongoing reviews of existing linkages for their adequacy and seek to extend the programs and ICLs linkages as part of Continuous Quality Improvement
- Perform other jobrelated tasks as assigned in an organized and detailoriented manner
- Please Note:To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.
If you feel that youre a suitable candidate for this role and would like to join our organization please submit your resume in response to this ad to contact a recruiter in HRfor further related info about the role above or the benefits mentioned below
ICL BENEFITS:
PLEASE NOTE:ICL Company Benefits are exclusive to employees working 20 hours and EDU Leave is 40 hoursONLY!
- PAIDOrientation and Training
- Choice of full and/or partial Health Dental and Vision Benefits spousal and child coverage available too
- Life & AD&D Insurance Medical Flexible Spending
- Mental Health Services and Providers
- Educational & Parental Leave
- Tuition & WorkLife Assistance
- Commuter Benefits Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Matching 403B nonprofit
- Payroll Benefits:Corporate Fitness Account / NYS College Savings Program / Etc.
- Discounts on select ticketed purchases provided by Plum Benefits
- And many more
Required Experience:
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