Job Description
JOB TITLE: Housing Specialist
FLSA: Non-Exempt
DIVISON: Services
REPORTS TO: Shelter Director
LOCATION: Manhattan, NY
SALARY: $45,000.00- $50,000.00
SUMMARY: This position will work out of a 125 men's homeless shelter located in Manhattan, NY. The Housing Specialist is responsible for working with clients to identify permanent housing.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interfaces with landlord and management companies to establish working relationship
Create and maintain a liaison with DHS Housing Placement Unit
Oversees landlord and management company compliance in meeting the established housing laws, building codes and lease agreements
Works in conjunction with Case Management to identify potential clients that are housing ready
Resolves crises or conflicts with landlords and management relationships
Ensures uniformity in maintaining fair housing standards in securing apartments
Develops and maintains a database of available housing options
Works towards identifying new housing opportunities for clients through ongoing networks
Prepares and/or coordinates reports and related information related to housing codes and compliance
Informs Case Management staff of unit readiness and/or problems with client maintaining units
Prepare housing packages (HRA's 2010E Application, General Population Housing Packages, HUD VASH Application Process, HPD Section 8 Process, CityFheps, etc.) and collaborate with Case Management staff with the preparation of psycho-social applications and assist in the access of any needed documents.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work experience should include but is not limited to, negotiating lease agreements with landlords and/or realtor management companies and proving housing for special needs populations. Knowledge of applicable state and city housing and disability laws and codes essential. Must possess a valid driver's license. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS:
Westhab is a prominent community development organization, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard working professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact. If you want to apply for this opportunity, it should only be because you feel ready for the challenges and expectations that come with joining this kind of team. (EOE)
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA):
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.
$45k-50k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
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MICA Specialist, Atlantic House Men's Shelter
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA operates 6 single adult shelters and 6 family shelters and one drop in center. Each shelter offers clients a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. Homeless (often mentally-ill and substance-abusing) men and women are provided with comprehensive services to stabilize their condition in order to successfully transition into to permanent and/or supported housing.
CAMBA's Atlantic House Men's Shelter located in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn serves 200 MICA men. The majority of these clients are diagnosed with mental illness, some dually with chemical addictions.
Position: MICA Specialist
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor
Location: 2402 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11233
What The MICA Specialist Does:
Assist clients in reducing/stopping their alcohol and other drug use by identifying and referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA
Provide individualized counseling on drug and alcohol addiction and related topics such as: behavior, educational progress, family dynamics, mental and physical health, housing, personal finances, substance abuse, mental and/or physical trauma
Develop and facilitate group counseling sessions on drug and alcohol use and related topics (i.e., psychological education, learning triggers, skill development, maintaining sobriety, etc.).
Conduct initial intake psychosocial evaluation and assessment of clients' needs and periodic re-assessments to determine clients alcohol and other drug use
Create and maintain client electronic and paper files.
In collaboration with clients, conduct periodic revisions of independent living plans including short-term and long-term client goals.
Assist clients in attaining their goals by identifying barriers, community resources and by referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA (i.e., On-site medical services and psychiatric services, etc.).
Monitor and document clients' progress toward their goals via regularly scheduled face-to-face contacts/sessions using DHS CARES Database
Ensure CARES Database is updated to reflect client request for services (i.e., car fare, appointments, passes, referrals, etc.).
Follow-up with clients and with referral organizations regarding client contact and progress with referral organization.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Master's Degree (M.A.) or CASAC required. (A license OR limited permit is required of these Master's Degrees: Social Work (LMSW or LCSW), Mental Health Counseling (LMHC), Counseling/Guidance, Art Therapy).
Other Requirements
May be required to become First Aid/CPR certified.
May be required to become certified in overdose prevention.
Bi-lingual preferred.
Compensation: $51,500-$54,600 annually
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
$51.5k-54.6k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
MICA Specialist, Magnolia House Women's Shelter
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA operates 6 single adult shelters and 6 family shelters and one drop in center. Each shelter offers clients a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. Homeless (often mentally-ill and substance-abusing) men and women are provided with comprehensive services to stabilize their condition in order to successfully transition into to permanent and/or supported housing.
CAMBA's Magnolia House located in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn serves 200 MICA women. The majority of these clients are diagnosed with mental illness, some dually with chemical addictions.
Position: MICA Specialist
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor
Location: 2402 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11233
What The MICA Specialist Does:
Immediately formulate a plan and prepare clients for permanent housing placement.
Engage individuals requiring social service assistance.
Interview and evaluate clients, formulate Independent Living Plans and goals.
Assist clients in reducing/stopping their alcohol and other drug use by identifying and referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA.
Provide individualized counseling on drug and alcohol addiction and related topics such as: behavior, educational progress, family dynamics, mental and physical health, housing, personal finances, substance abuse, mental and/or physical trauma
Develop and facilitate group counseling sessions on drug and alcohol use and related topics (i.e., psychological education, learning triggers, skill development, maintaining sobriety, etc.).
Conduct initial intake psychosocial evaluation and assessment of clients' needs and periodic re-assessments to determine clients alcohol and other drug use
Create and maintain client electronic and paper files.
In collaboration with clients, conduct periodic revisions of independent living plans including short-term and long-term client goals.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Master's Degree (M.A.) or CASAC required. (A license OR limited permit is required of these Master's Degrees: Social Work (LMSW or LCSW), Mental Health Counseling (LMHC), Counseling/Guidance, Art Therapy).
Other Requirements
May be required to become First Aid/CPR certified.
May be required to become certified in overdose prevention.
Bi-lingual preferred.
Compensation:$51,500-$54,600 annually
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
$51.5k-54.6k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Housing Specialist, Flagstone Family Center
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA operates 6 single adult shelters and 6 family shelters and one drop in center. Each shelter offers clients a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. Homeless (often mentally-ill and substance-abusing) men and women are provided with comprehensive services to stabilize their condition in order to successfully transition into to permanent and/or supported housing.
CAMBA's Flagstone Family Center provides comprehensive case management services to 160 families who are in a Tier II transitional residence program for homeless families. The facility consists of eight (8) four (4) story walk up apartment buildings on the east and west sides of the street. There will be two main entrances: one for the east side of the street and one for the west. Each building contains 20 apartments of varying sizes, each fully self-contained.
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Case Manager Supervisor
Location: 199 Amboy Street Brooklyn, NY 11212
What The Housing Specialist Does:
The person filling this position is expected, under close supervision, to: (1) assist case managers by being a client liaison with outside organizations regarding such matters as education, healthcare, housing, social services, legal issues, etc housing and public benefits; (2) assist clients in attaining their Housing and Entitlements related goals by identifying and locating community resources for clients and by making referrals to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA; including the following:
Maintain professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality.
Practice Universal Precautions/Standard Protocol & Procedures.
Comply with any and all Federal, State, City and CAMBA security and privacy polices intended to protect the security and privacy of individually identifiable health information.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with clients' and client confidentiality in order to engage them in case management services.
Develop curriculum to address shelter residents' Housing, Independent Living Skills and Entitlement related needs including, permanent housing search process and options.
Develop a series of monthly Housing readiness workshops.
Develop and maintain a Bulletin Board that serves to provide relevant Housing related information
Provide individualized and group counseling on housing and entitlement related topics.
Organize and schedule presentations by local “housing experts” and/or landlords.
Provide support, training and coordination of the peer counselors.
Select appropriate instructional procedures or methods such as individual training, group instruction, self-study, lectures, demonstrations, simulation exercises, role play, and computer-based training.
Establishing linkages with community-based organizations, realtors, brokers and landlords.
Conduct marketing and outreach presentations regarding the program to recruit clients and resources.
Follow-up with clients and with referral organizations regarding client contact and progress with referral organization.
In collaboration with the case manager(s), work with clients to break through barriers to client goals and to assist clients in advocating for themselves and in moving toward self-sufficiency.
Monitor clients' progress toward their goals (i.e., dates achieved) via regularly scheduled telephone contact and/or face-to-face home and office visits, and document via progress notes.
Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports.
Create and maintain client files and make copies of all client documents.
Assist case managers to schedule appointments for client with referral organizations.
Assist case managers to escort clients to appointments (apartment viewings, public benefits, educational, medical, social service, etc.).
Assist clients in completing applications for benefits and entitlements, and may process applications on clients' behalf.
May follow-up with clients for a period of time after successful completion of their primary goals to assure client stability.
May input client data and client progress information into automated database.
Tasks may be modified, expanded and/or assigned over time.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) in a related field.
Two years of relevant experience.
Bi-lingual English and Spanish preferred
Other Requirements:
If off-site or school-based, may require: Dept. of Health, Dept. of Education fingerprint clearance; doctor's note certifying good health; proof of negative results from TB test; and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance.
If off-site or school-based, ability to maintain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance and fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment.
Compensation: $ 48,410 - $51,500 annually
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
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$48.4k-51.5k yearly Auto-Apply 13d ago
Housing Specialist, Flagstone Family Center
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Job Description
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA operates 6 single adult shelters and 6 family shelters and one drop in center. Each shelter offers clients a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. Homeless (often mentally-ill and substance-abusing) men and women are provided with comprehensive services to stabilize their condition in order to successfully transition into to permanent and/or supported housing.
CAMBA's Flagstone Family Center provides comprehensive case management services to 160 families who are in a Tier II transitional residence program for homeless families. The facility consists of eight (8) four (4) story walk up apartment buildings on the east and west sides of the street. There will be two main entrances: one for the east side of the street and one for the west. Each building contains 20 apartments of varying sizes, each fully self-contained.
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Case Manager Supervisor
Location: 199 Amboy Street Brooklyn, NY 11212
What The Housing Specialist Does:
The person filling this position is expected, under close supervision, to: (1) assist case managers by being a client liaison with outside organizations regarding such matters as education, healthcare, housing, social services, legal issues, etc housing and public benefits; (2) assist clients in attaining their Housing and Entitlements related goals by identifying and locating community resources for clients and by making referrals to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA; including the following:
Maintain professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality.
Practice Universal Precautions/Standard Protocol & Procedures.
Comply with any and all Federal, State, City and CAMBA security and privacy polices intended to protect the security and privacy of individually identifiable health information.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with clients' and client confidentiality in order to engage them in case management services.
Develop curriculum to address shelter residents' Housing, Independent Living Skills and Entitlement related needs including, permanent housing search process and options.
Develop a series of monthly Housing readiness workshops.
Develop and maintain a Bulletin Board that serves to provide relevant Housing related information
Provide individualized and group counseling on housing and entitlement related topics.
Organize and schedule presentations by local “housing experts” and/or landlords.
Provide support, training and coordination of the peer counselors.
Select appropriate instructional procedures or methods such as individual training, group instruction, self-study, lectures, demonstrations, simulation exercises, role play, and computer-based training.
Establishing linkages with community-based organizations, realtors, brokers and landlords.
Conduct marketing and outreach presentations regarding the program to recruit clients and resources.
Follow-up with clients and with referral organizations regarding client contact and progress with referral organization.
In collaboration with the case manager(s), work with clients to break through barriers to client goals and to assist clients in advocating for themselves and in moving toward self-sufficiency.
Monitor clients' progress toward their goals (i.e., dates achieved) via regularly scheduled telephone contact and/or face-to-face home and office visits, and document via progress notes.
Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports.
Create and maintain client files and make copies of all client documents.
Assist case managers to schedule appointments for client with referral organizations.
Assist case managers to escort clients to appointments (apartment viewings, public benefits, educational, medical, social service, etc.).
Assist clients in completing applications for benefits and entitlements, and may process applications on clients' behalf.
May follow-up with clients for a period of time after successful completion of their primary goals to assure client stability.
May input client data and client progress information into automated database.
Tasks may be modified, expanded and/or assigned over time.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) in a related field.
Two years of relevant experience.
Bi-lingual English and Spanish preferred
Other Requirements:
If off-site or school-based, may require: Dept. of Health, Dept. of Education fingerprint clearance; doctor's note certifying good health; proof of negative results from TB test; and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance.
If off-site or school-based, ability to maintain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance and fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment.
Compensation: $ 48,410 - $51,500 annually
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
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$48.4k-51.5k yearly 15d ago
Housing Specialist, Broadway House Women's Shelter
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA operates 6 single adult shelters and 6 family shelters and one drop in center. Each shelter offers clients a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. Homeless (often mentally-ill and substance-abusing) men and women are provided with comprehensive services to stabilize their condition in order to successfully transition into to permanent and/or supported housing.
The Broadway House Women's Shelter in Bushwick serves 200 women, approximately 100 of whom are mentally ill and chemically addicted
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Assistant Program Manager
Location: 1245 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11221
What The Housing Specialist Does:
Assist clients in attaining their Housing related goals by identifying and referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA.
Conduct housing search efforts for each housing ready client referred (i.e., referrals to housing providers, contact landlords, search for apartment listings, etc.).
Develop curriculum to address clients' Housing and Independent Living related needs including, permanent housing search process and options.
Develop and facilitate a series of Housing Workshops.
Develop materials to be posted on a Bulletin Board that serves to provide relevant Housing related information.
Organize and schedule presentations by supportive housing programs, local real estate experts and/or landlords.
Establish linkages with community-based organizations (i.e., supportive housing programs, DHS Housing Unit, etc.) and local landlords.
Review all approved housing packages to determine appropriateness of housing providers.
Follow-up with clients for a period of time after move-out to assure client stability.
Conduct initial intake and psychosocial evaluation and periodic re-assessments.
Obtain and maintain relevant documentation and release forms from clients (i.e., birth certificate, proof of income, medical documents, release of Personal Health Information, etc.).
Assist clients in attaining their goals by identifying barriers, community resources and by referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA (i.e., On-site medical services and psychiatric services, etc.).
Monitor and document all client encounters via progress notes using DHS CARES Database and printout notes for client's paper file.
May schedule and escort clients to appointments (i.e., housing interviews, apartment move-ins, housing fairs, referral organizations. etc.)
May assist clients in completing applications for benefits and entitlements, and may process applications on clients' behalf.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience.
Other Requirements:
May be required to become First Aid/CPR certified
May be required to become certified in overdose prevention.
Bi-lingual preferred
Compensation: $47,000-$50,000 annually
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
$47k-50k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Housing Specialist, Atlantic House Men's Shelter
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA operates 6 single adult shelters and 6 family shelters and one drop in center. Each shelter offers clients a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. Homeless (often mentally-ill and substance-abusing) men and women are provided with comprehensive services to stabilize their condition in order to successfully transition into to permanent and/or supported housing.
CAMBA's Atlantic House Men's Shelter is a 200 bed men's MICA shelter located in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn. The majority of these clients are dually diagnosed with mental illness and substance abuse.
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor
Location: 2402 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11233
What The Housing Specialist Does:
Assist clients in attaining their Housing related goals by identifying and referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA.
Conduct housing search efforts for each housing ready client referred (i.e., referrals to housing providers, contact landlords, search for apartment listings, etc.).
Develop curriculum to address clients' Housing and Independent Living related needs including, permanent housing search process and options.
Develop and facilitate a series of Housing Workshops.
Develop materials to be posted on a Bulletin Board that serves to provide relevant Housing related information.
Organize and schedule presentations by supportive housing programs, local real estate experts and/or landlords.
Establish linkages with community-based organizations (i.e., supportive housing programs, DHS Housing Unit, etc.) and local landlords.
Review all approved housing packages to determine appropriateness of housing providers.
Follow-up with clients for a period of time after move-out to assure client stability.
Conduct initial intake and psychosocial evaluation and periodic re-assessments.
Obtain and maintain relevant documentation and release forms from clients (i.e., birth certificate, proof of income, medical documents, release of Personal Health Information, etc.).
Assist clients in attaining their goals by identifying barriers, community resources and by referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA (i.e., On-site medical services and psychiatric services, etc.).
Monitor and document all client encounters via progress notes using DHS CARES Database and printout notes for client's paper file.
May schedule and escort clients to appointments (i.e., housing interviews, apartment move-ins, housing fairs, referral organizations. etc.)
May assist clients in completing applications for benefits and entitlements, and may process applications on clients' behalf.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience.
Other Requirements:
May be required to become First Aid/CPR certified
May be required to become certified in overdose prevention.
Bi-lingual preferred
Compensation:$47,000-$50,000 annually
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
$47k-50k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Housing Specialist, Park Slope Women's Shelter
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA operates 6 single adult shelters and 6 family shelters and one drop in center. Each shelter offers clients a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. Homeless (often mentally-ill and substance-abusing) men and women are provided with comprehensive services to stabilize their condition in order to successfully transition into to permanent and/or supported housing.
Park Slope Shelter for Women serves 100 MICA (mentally ill chemical abusing) women at the Park Slope Armory in Brooklyn.
Position: Case Manager II (Housing)
Reports To: Supervisor II (Clinical) or Assistant Program Manager
Location: 1402 Eighth Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215
What The Case Manager II (Housing) Does:
The person filling this position is expected, under general supervision, to: (1) immediately formulate a plan and prepare clients for permanent housing placement; (2) engage individuals requiring social service assistance; (3) interview and evaluate clients, formulate Independent Living Plans and goals; and (4) locate and refer to appropriate community resources for clients; including the following:
Maintain professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality.
Practice Universal Precautions/Standard Protocol & Procedures.
Comply with any and all Federal, State, City and CAMBA security and privacy polices intended to protect the security and privacy of individually identifiable health information.
Serve as a liaison with outside organizations regarding such matters as education, healthcare, housing, social services, legal issues, etc.
Assist clients in attaining their Housing related goals by identifying and referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA.
Conduct housing search efforts for each housing ready client referred (i.e., referrals to housing providers, contact landlords, search for apartment listings, etc.).
Develop curriculum to address clients' Housing and Independent Living related needs including, permanent housing search process and options.
Develop and facilitate a series of Housing Workshops.
Develop materials to be posted on a Bulletin Board that serves to provide relevant Housing related information.
Provide individualized counseling on housing related topics.
Organize and schedule presentations by supportive housing programs, local real estate experts and/or landlords.
Provide housing related support, training and coordination with the other social services staff.
Establish linkages with community-based organizations (i.e., supportive housing programs, DHS Housing Unit, etc.) and local landlords.
Review all approved housing packages to determine appropriateness of housing providers.
Escort clients to appointments (i.e., housing interviews, apartment move-ins, housing fairs, etc.)
Ensure that quality housing placements are achieved via web-site checks (DOB, HPD) and all payments to landlord/utilities are up-to-date with apartment in move-in condition.
Follow-up with clients for a period of time after move-out to assure client stability.
Conduct initial intake and assessment of clients' needs and periodic re-assessments.
Create and maintain client electronic and paper files.
Prepare initial psychosocial evaluation and update according to regulations.
Obtain and maintain relevant documentation and release forms from clients (i.e., birth certificate, proof of income, medical documents, release of Personal Health Information, etc.).
In collaboration with clients, conduct periodic revisions of independent living plans including short-term and long-term client goals.
Assist clients in attaining their goals by identifying community resources and by referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA (i.e., On-site medical services and psychiatric services, etc.).
Work with clients to break through barriers to their goal(s) attainment.
Assist clients in advocating for themselves in order to gain housing stability.
Recommend and implement strategies to persuade clients to participate fully in the process in order to transition into permanent housing.
Monitor clients' progress toward their goals via regularly scheduled face-to-face contacts/sessions.
Document all client encounters via progress notes using DHS CARES Database and printout notes for client's paper file.
Ensure CARES Database is updated to reflect client request for services (i.e., car fare, appointments, passes, referrals, etc.).
Follow-up with clients and with referral organizations regarding client contact and progress with referral organization.
Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports.
May act as client liaison/client advocate with outside organizations regarding such matters as education, healthcare, housing, legal issues, etc.
May schedule appointments for client with referral organizations.
May assist clients in completing applications for benefits and entitlements, and may process applications on clients' behalf.
May prepare marketing materials for the program.
Tasks may be modified, expanded and/or assigned over a period of time.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Bachelor's degree (e. g., B.A., B.S.W.) and two years of applicable experience and/or equivalent experience.
Other Requirements:
May be required to become First Aid/CPR certified.
May be required to become certified in overdose prevention.
Bi-lingual preferred.
Compensation: $47,000 - $50,000 annually
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
$47k-50k yearly Auto-Apply 47d ago
Housing Specialist, Atlantic House Men's Shelter
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Job Description
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA operates 6 single adult shelters and 6 family shelters and one drop in center. Each shelter offers clients a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. Homeless (often mentally-ill and substance-abusing) men and women are provided with comprehensive services to stabilize their condition in order to successfully transition into to permanent and/or supported housing.
CAMBA's Atlantic House Men's Shelter is a 200 bed men's MICA shelter located in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn. The majority of these clients are dually diagnosed with mental illness and substance abuse.
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor
Location: 2402 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11233
What The Housing Specialist Does:
Assist clients in attaining their Housing related goals by identifying and referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA.
Conduct housing search efforts for each housing ready client referred (i.e., referrals to housing providers, contact landlords, search for apartment listings, etc.).
Develop curriculum to address clients' Housing and Independent Living related needs including, permanent housing search process and options.
Develop and facilitate a series of Housing Workshops.
Develop materials to be posted on a Bulletin Board that serves to provide relevant Housing related information.
Organize and schedule presentations by supportive housing programs, local real estate experts and/or landlords.
Establish linkages with community-based organizations (i.e., supportive housing programs, DHS Housing Unit, etc.) and local landlords.
Review all approved housing packages to determine appropriateness of housing providers.
Follow-up with clients for a period of time after move-out to assure client stability.
Conduct initial intake and psychosocial evaluation and periodic re-assessments.
Obtain and maintain relevant documentation and release forms from clients (i.e., birth certificate, proof of income, medical documents, release of Personal Health Information, etc.).
Assist clients in attaining their goals by identifying barriers, community resources and by referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA (i.e., On-site medical services and psychiatric services, etc.).
Monitor and document all client encounters via progress notes using DHS CARES Database and printout notes for client's paper file.
May schedule and escort clients to appointments (i.e., housing interviews, apartment move-ins, housing fairs, referral organizations. etc.)
May assist clients in completing applications for benefits and entitlements, and may process applications on clients' behalf.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience.
Other Requirements:
May be required to become First Aid/CPR certified
May be required to become certified in overdose prevention.
Bi-lingual preferred
Compensation:$47,000-$50,000 annually
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
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$47k-50k yearly 28d ago
Housing Specialist, Park Slope Women's Shelter
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Job DescriptionWho We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA operates 6 single adult shelters and 6 family shelters and one drop in center. Each shelter offers clients a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. Homeless (often mentally-ill and substance-abusing) men and women are provided with comprehensive services to stabilize their condition in order to successfully transition into to permanent and/or supported housing.
Park Slope Shelter for Women serves 100 MICA (mentally ill chemical abusing) women at the Park Slope Armory in Brooklyn.
Position: Case Manager II (Housing)
Reports To: Supervisor II (Clinical) or Assistant Program Manager
Location: 1402 Eighth Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215
What The Case Manager II (Housing) Does:
The person filling this position is expected, under general supervision, to: (1) immediately formulate a plan and prepare clients for permanent housing placement; (2) engage individuals requiring social service assistance; (3) interview and evaluate clients, formulate Independent Living Plans and goals; and (4) locate and refer to appropriate community resources for clients; including the following:
Maintain professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality.
Practice Universal Precautions/Standard Protocol & Procedures.
Comply with any and all Federal, State, City and CAMBA security and privacy polices intended to protect the security and privacy of individually identifiable health information.
Serve as a liaison with outside organizations regarding such matters as education, healthcare, housing, social services, legal issues, etc.
Assist clients in attaining their Housing related goals by identifying and referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA.
Conduct housing search efforts for each housing ready client referred (i.e., referrals to housing providers, contact landlords, search for apartment listings, etc.).
Develop curriculum to address clients' Housing and Independent Living related needs including, permanent housing search process and options.
Develop and facilitate a series of Housing Workshops.
Develop materials to be posted on a Bulletin Board that serves to provide relevant Housing related information.
Provide individualized counseling on housing related topics.
Organize and schedule presentations by supportive housing programs, local real estate experts and/or landlords.
Provide housing related support, training and coordination with the other social services staff.
Establish linkages with community-based organizations (i.e., supportive housing programs, DHS Housing Unit, etc.) and local landlords.
Review all approved housing packages to determine appropriateness of housing providers.
Escort clients to appointments (i.e., housing interviews, apartment move-ins, housing fairs, etc.)
Ensure that quality housing placements are achieved via web-site checks (DOB, HPD) and all payments to landlord/utilities are up-to-date with apartment in move-in condition.
Follow-up with clients for a period of time after move-out to assure client stability.
Conduct initial intake and assessment of clients' needs and periodic re-assessments.
Create and maintain client electronic and paper files.
Prepare initial psychosocial evaluation and update according to regulations.
Obtain and maintain relevant documentation and release forms from clients (i.e., birth certificate, proof of income, medical documents, release of Personal Health Information, etc.).
In collaboration with clients, conduct periodic revisions of independent living plans including short-term and long-term client goals.
Assist clients in attaining their goals by identifying community resources and by referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA (i.e., On-site medical services and psychiatric services, etc.).
Work with clients to break through barriers to their goal(s) attainment.
Assist clients in advocating for themselves in order to gain housing stability.
Recommend and implement strategies to persuade clients to participate fully in the process in order to transition into permanent housing.
Monitor clients' progress toward their goals via regularly scheduled face-to-face contacts/sessions.
Document all client encounters via progress notes using DHS CARES Database and printout notes for client's paper file.
Ensure CARES Database is updated to reflect client request for services (i.e., car fare, appointments, passes, referrals, etc.).
Follow-up with clients and with referral organizations regarding client contact and progress with referral organization.
Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports.
May act as client liaison/client advocate with outside organizations regarding such matters as education, healthcare, housing, legal issues, etc.
May schedule appointments for client with referral organizations.
May assist clients in completing applications for benefits and entitlements, and may process applications on clients' behalf.
May prepare marketing materials for the program.
Tasks may be modified, expanded and/or assigned over a period of time.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Bachelor's degree (e. g., B.A., B.S.W.) and two years of applicable experience and/or equivalent experience.
Other Requirements:
May be required to become First Aid/CPR certified.
May be required to become certified in overdose prevention.
Bi-lingual preferred.
Compensation: $47,000 - $50,000 annually
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
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$47k-50k yearly 20d ago
Housing Specialist, Broadway House Women's Shelter
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Job Description
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA operates 6 single adult shelters and 6 family shelters and one drop in center. Each shelter offers clients a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. Homeless (often mentally-ill and substance-abusing) men and women are provided with comprehensive services to stabilize their condition in order to successfully transition into to permanent and/or supported housing.
The Broadway House Women's Shelter in Bushwick serves 200 women, approximately 100 of whom are mentally ill and chemically addicted
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Assistant Program Manager
Location: 1245 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11221
What The Housing Specialist Does:
Assist clients in attaining their Housing related goals by identifying and referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA.
Conduct housing search efforts for each housing ready client referred (i.e., referrals to housing providers, contact landlords, search for apartment listings, etc.).
Develop curriculum to address clients' Housing and Independent Living related needs including, permanent housing search process and options.
Develop and facilitate a series of Housing Workshops.
Develop materials to be posted on a Bulletin Board that serves to provide relevant Housing related information.
Organize and schedule presentations by supportive housing programs, local real estate experts and/or landlords.
Establish linkages with community-based organizations (i.e., supportive housing programs, DHS Housing Unit, etc.) and local landlords.
Review all approved housing packages to determine appropriateness of housing providers.
Follow-up with clients for a period of time after move-out to assure client stability.
Conduct initial intake and psychosocial evaluation and periodic re-assessments.
Obtain and maintain relevant documentation and release forms from clients (i.e., birth certificate, proof of income, medical documents, release of Personal Health Information, etc.).
Assist clients in attaining their goals by identifying barriers, community resources and by referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA (i.e., On-site medical services and psychiatric services, etc.).
Monitor and document all client encounters via progress notes using DHS CARES Database and printout notes for client's paper file.
May schedule and escort clients to appointments (i.e., housing interviews, apartment move-ins, housing fairs, referral organizations. etc.)
May assist clients in completing applications for benefits and entitlements, and may process applications on clients' behalf.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience.
Other Requirements:
May be required to become First Aid/CPR certified
May be required to become certified in overdose prevention.
Bi-lingual preferred
Compensation: $47,000-$50,000 annually
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
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Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
Justice Involved Supported Housing (JISH) provides 30 units of scattered site supportive housing to homeless individuals with a probable mental health illness and/or a substance use disorder, with recent histories of cycling through the NYC criminal justice and shelter system. Program staff provides case management and other supportive services to enable clients to achieve the skills and financial independence necessary for independent living. Clients also receive partial financial assistance with utility costs.
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Operations Supervisor
Location: 19 Winthrop Street
What The Housing Specialist Does:
Identify suitable apartment for eligible clients.
Obtain leases and other required documentation from landlord and prepares lease packages for processing.
Submits new leases and/or lease renewal packages for review to Operation Supervisor/Senior Program Manager in a timely manner.
Ensures that apartment units are ready prior to occupancy.
Schedules and accompanies new clients and current clients, if needed, to apartment viewings.
Set up utilities with electric and gas utility companies.
Prepare and submit furniture request for new apartment set-up.
Prepare new start-up supplies for new incoming clients.
Schedule and participate in all clients move ins.
Act as liaison between case managers, maintenance workers, and agency's fiscal department to address various issues i.e., housing plans, maintenance work/repairs, fiscal issues.
Submit program's weekly vacancy report on a weekly basis.
Keep track of expiration dates of leases.
Process work orders as needed and reviews all signed work orders to ensure work has been done.
Reviews all utility bills and submits to agency's fiscal department on a weekly basis.
Investigate clients' complaints of unpaid utility bills with agency's fiscal department, case conference with case manager and client if necessary.
Conduct program required unit inspections as required by funding source.
Maintain accurate records (i.e., furniture, maintenance supplies, food, office stock) on premises and/or in community-based apartments.
Input all provided client related services into program's assigned database- i.e. Client Track, CAPS, etc.
Request Emergency Assistance to assist clients in paying clients' portion of utility bills, if needed.
Respond immediately to emergencies and inform supervisor.
Participate in administrative and staff meetings as requested.
Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports to CAMBA management and/or to funders.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Sufficient education and technical expertise: to comprehend written and oral instructions (work orders); basic math to accomplish maintenance tasks; and to document accomplished tasks
Strong analytical & math skills.
Good written & verbal communication.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bilingual in Spanish
Basic Knowledge of housing-related issues
Knowledge about, understanding of, and experience working with housing systems, facilities management, and maintenance needs.
Compensation: $47,000.00 annually
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
Job Description
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
Justice Involved Supported Housing (JISH) provides 30 units of scattered site supportive housing to homeless individuals with a probable mental health illness and/or a substance use disorder, with recent histories of cycling through the NYC criminal justice and shelter system. Program staff provides case management and other supportive services to enable clients to achieve the skills and financial independence necessary for independent living. Clients also receive partial financial assistance with utility costs.
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Operations Supervisor
Location: 19 Winthrop Street
What The Housing Specialist Does:
Identify suitable apartment for eligible clients.
Obtain leases and other required documentation from landlord and prepares lease packages for processing.
Submits new leases and/or lease renewal packages for review to Operation Supervisor/Senior Program Manager in a timely manner.
Ensures that apartment units are ready prior to occupancy.
Schedules and accompanies new clients and current clients, if needed, to apartment viewings.
Set up utilities with electric and gas utility companies.
Prepare and submit furniture request for new apartment set-up.
Prepare new start-up supplies for new incoming clients.
Schedule and participate in all clients move ins.
Act as liaison between case managers, maintenance workers, and agency's fiscal department to address various issues i.e., housing plans, maintenance work/repairs, fiscal issues.
Submit program's weekly vacancy report on a weekly basis.
Keep track of expiration dates of leases.
Process work orders as needed and reviews all signed work orders to ensure work has been done.
Reviews all utility bills and submits to agency's fiscal department on a weekly basis.
Investigate clients' complaints of unpaid utility bills with agency's fiscal department, case conference with case manager and client if necessary.
Conduct program required unit inspections as required by funding source.
Maintain accurate records (i.e., furniture, maintenance supplies, food, office stock) on premises and/or in community-based apartments.
Input all provided client related services into program's assigned database- i.e. Client Track, CAPS, etc.
Request Emergency Assistance to assist clients in paying clients' portion of utility bills, if needed.
Respond immediately to emergencies and inform supervisor.
Participate in administrative and staff meetings as requested.
Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports to CAMBA management and/or to funders.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Sufficient education and technical expertise: to comprehend written and oral instructions (work orders); basic math to accomplish maintenance tasks; and to document accomplished tasks
Strong analytical & math skills.
Good written & verbal communication.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bilingual in Spanish
Basic Knowledge of housing-related issues
Knowledge about, understanding of, and experience working with housing systems, facilities management, and maintenance needs.
Compensation: $47,000.00 annually
Status: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
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$47k yearly 25d ago
Expert Activity Specialist, CAMBA Beacon Center 361
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
Program Overview
Beacon Community Centers: CAMBA administers services at 4 Beacon Community Centers across Brooklyn. All Beacon programs are run in partnership with other community organizations to provide education, recreation, cultural activities, health information and screenings, youth leadership and social services to the neighborhood's students, their families, and other residents. Activities and services are available after school, evenings and on weekends.
Position: Expert Activity Specialist
Reports To: Assistant Program Manager
Location: 1957 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210
What The Expert Activity Specialist Does:
The person filling this position is expected, under general direction, to: (1) research and develop instructional materials and lesson plans; and (2) provide individual and group instructions facilitating youth in academic and nonacademic subjects; including the following:
Maintain professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality.
Practice Universal Precautions/Standard Protocol & Procedures.
Comply with any and all Federal, State, City and CAMBA security and privacy polices intended to protect the security and privacy of individually identifiable health information.
Ensure the safety and security of each program participant by following all CAMBA after-school protocols and procedures including but not limited to procedures and protocols regarding safety, supervision, accident and incident reporting.
Create and lead weekly activities and plan a culminating event in area of specialization, as listed on the program schedule.
Collaborate with other Program Specialists, after-school program staff, Program Director and Program Partners to plan and implement Club Showcases, holiday performances and other program wide events.
Research new materials and methods of instruction to keep curriculum current and relevant.
Design daily lesson plans to meet core course objectives.
Assess participants' strengths in order to build upon them.
Prepare and distribute instructional materials for classroom use.
Provide individual and group instruction/facilitation on the subject(s) of the course.
Manage classrooms and/or small groups effectively to maximize client learning.
Document client progress on daily/weekly/monthly/semester/academic year bases.
Research and develop instructional materials and lesson plans.
Communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents about program issues.
Participate in administrative and staff meetings as requested.
Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/semester/annual reports to CAMBA management and/or to funders.
May serve as program staff substitute, as needed.
Tasks may be modified, expanded and/or assigned over a period of time.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) and/or expert in their field (10+ years of experience).
Other Requirements:
Must obtain Dept. of Health, Dept. of Education fingerprint clearance; doctor's note certifying good health; proof of negative results from TB test; Staff Exclusion List (SEL) clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance.
Ability to maintain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance and fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment.
Ability to adapt to the culture and environment of a public school
After school programs operate Monday thru Friday for 3 hours directly after day school dismissal.
Must be available to work Holiday Program Days (Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, Spring Recess days, Chancellor's Day).
Compensation: $53.05 hourly
Status: Part-time (5 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 73,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are in living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA EYD Programs operate after-school and summer camp programs in New York City, serving almost 2,400 children in elementary and middle schools. Programs operate during the school year, in the summer, and on most school holidays. Depending on location, we offer environmental, conservation, arts, violence and drug prevention, and music therapy programs with public and private partners.
Position: Activity Specialist
Reports to: Assistant Site Director
Location: Brooklyn
What The Activity Specialist / Instructor Does:
Research, develop and execute fun and engaging lesson plans (activities) in discipline area (dance, vocal, creative movement, yoga, sports, visual arts and/or other physical or arts activities)
Provide group and/or individual assistance to "at-risk" children and/or youth in nonacademic activities
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Experience working with youth
Three years of professional experience in specialization
Other Requirements:
Ability to obtain and maintain:
Doctor's note certifying good health
Proof of negative results from TB test
State Central Registry (SCR) clearance
Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance (DOH)
Dept. of Education fingerprint clearance (DOE)
Compensation: $25.09 - $51.25 hourly
Status: Part-time
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
$36k-45k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Expert Activity Specialist, CAMBA Beacon Center 361
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Job Description
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
Program Overview
Beacon Community Centers: CAMBA administers services at 4 Beacon Community Centers across Brooklyn. All Beacon programs are run in partnership with other community organizations to provide education, recreation, cultural activities, health information and screenings, youth leadership and social services to the neighborhood's students, their families, and other residents. Activities and services are available after school, evenings and on weekends.
Position: Expert Activity Specialist
Reports To: Assistant Program Manager
Location: 1957 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210
What The Expert Activity Specialist Does:
The person filling this position is expected, under general direction, to: (1) research and develop instructional materials and lesson plans; and (2) provide individual and group instructions facilitating youth in academic and nonacademic subjects; including the following:
Maintain professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality.
Practice Universal Precautions/Standard Protocol & Procedures.
Comply with any and all Federal, State, City and CAMBA security and privacy polices intended to protect the security and privacy of individually identifiable health information.
Ensure the safety and security of each program participant by following all CAMBA after-school protocols and procedures including but not limited to procedures and protocols regarding safety, supervision, accident and incident reporting.
Create and lead weekly activities and plan a culminating event in area of specialization, as listed on the program schedule.
Collaborate with other Program Specialists, after-school program staff, Program Director and Program Partners to plan and implement Club Showcases, holiday performances and other program wide events.
Research new materials and methods of instruction to keep curriculum current and relevant.
Design daily lesson plans to meet core course objectives.
Assess participants' strengths in order to build upon them.
Prepare and distribute instructional materials for classroom use.
Provide individual and group instruction/facilitation on the subject(s) of the course.
Manage classrooms and/or small groups effectively to maximize client learning.
Document client progress on daily/weekly/monthly/semester/academic year bases.
Research and develop instructional materials and lesson plans.
Communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents about program issues.
Participate in administrative and staff meetings as requested.
Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/semester/annual reports to CAMBA management and/or to funders.
May serve as program staff substitute, as needed.
Tasks may be modified, expanded and/or assigned over a period of time.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) and/or expert in their field (10+ years of experience).
Other Requirements:
Must obtain Dept. of Health, Dept. of Education fingerprint clearance; doctor's note certifying good health; proof of negative results from TB test; Staff Exclusion List (SEL) clearance and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance.
Ability to maintain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance and fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment.
Ability to adapt to the culture and environment of a public school
After school programs operate Monday thru Friday for 3 hours directly after day school dismissal.
Must be available to work Holiday Program Days (Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, Spring Recess days, Chancellor's Day).
Compensation: $53.05 hourly
Status: Part-time (5 hours per week)
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
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$36k-45k yearly est. 13d ago
CAMBA Activity Specialist / Instructor 2024 -2025
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Job Description
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 73,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are in living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA EYD Programs operate after-school and summer camp programs in New York City, serving almost 2,400 children in elementary and middle schools. Programs operate during the school year, in the summer, and on most school holidays. Depending on location, we offer environmental, conservation, arts, violence and drug prevention, and music therapy programs with public and private partners.
Position: Activity Specialist
Reports to: Assistant Site Director
Location: Brooklyn
What The Activity Specialist / Instructor Does:
Research, develop and execute fun and engaging lesson plans (activities) in discipline area (dance, vocal, creative movement, yoga, sports, visual arts and/or other physical or arts activities)
Provide group and/or individual assistance to "at-risk" children and/or youth in nonacademic activities
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Experience working with youth
Three years of professional experience in specialization
Other Requirements:
Ability to obtain and maintain:
Doctor's note certifying good health
Proof of negative results from TB test
State Central Registry (SCR) clearance
Dept. of Health fingerprint clearance (DOH)
Dept. of Education fingerprint clearance (DOE)
Compensation: $28.02 - $52.80 hourly
Status: Part-time
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
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$36k-45k yearly est. 5d ago
Youth Activity Specialist, Sexual Risk Avoidance Education (SRAE)
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA's Sexual Risk Avoidance Education (SRAE) program is for middle school youth aged 10-18 and their parents/caregivers. The primary goal of the program will be to encourage a healthy transition from early to later adolescence by helping youth 1) develop a positive outlook for their futures based on their unique goals and talents and 2) understand how delaying sexual activity will help them achieve the future they want
Position: Youth Activity Specialist
Reports To: Project Coordinator
Location: 955 Flatbush Avenue Brooklyn NY 11226
What The Youth Activity Specialist Does:
Research, develop and execute fun and engaging lesson plans (activities) in discipline area (dance, vocal, creative movement, yoga, sports, visual arts and/or other physical or arts activities)
Lead guided group discussions connecting activity to SRAE themes like goal-setting, positive self-image, good decision-making, and self-regulation.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Experience working with youth and demonstrated ability to be inclusive and non-stigmatizing.
At least three years' demonstrated expertise in area of specialization
Other Requirements:
Must be available during afterschool and evening hours.
Must be comfortable working with “at-risk” youth in East New York, Brownsville, Bedford-Stuyvesant and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Must obtain Department of Education fingerprint clearance, and maintain clearance throughout duration of employment.
Compensation: $20.60 hourly
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Part-time (5 hours per week)
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
$20.6 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Youth Activity Specialist, Sexual Risk Avoidance Education (SRAE)
Camba 4.2
New York, NY jobs
Job Description
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.
CAMBA's Sexual Risk Avoidance Education (SRAE) program is for middle school youth aged 10-18 and their parents/caregivers. The primary goal of the program will be to encourage a healthy transition from early to later adolescence by helping youth 1) develop a positive outlook for their futures based on their unique goals and talents and 2) understand how delaying sexual activity will help them achieve the future they want
Position: Youth Activity Specialist
Reports To: Project Coordinator
Location: 955 Flatbush Avenue Brooklyn NY 11226
What The Youth Activity Specialist Does:
Research, develop and execute fun and engaging lesson plans (activities) in discipline area (dance, vocal, creative movement, yoga, sports, visual arts and/or other physical or arts activities)
Lead guided group discussions connecting activity to SRAE themes like goal-setting, positive self-image, good decision-making, and self-regulation.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Experience working with youth and demonstrated ability to be inclusive and non-stigmatizing.
At least three years' demonstrated expertise in area of specialization
Other Requirements:
Must be available during afterschool and evening hours.
Must be comfortable working with “at-risk” youth in East New York, Brownsville, Bedford-Stuyvesant and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Must obtain Department of Education fingerprint clearance, and maintain clearance throughout duration of employment.
Compensation: $20.60 hourly
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.
Status: Part-time (5 hours per week)
CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
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$20.6 hourly 26d ago
Activity Specialist
Westhab 4.2
Specialist job at Westhab
JOB TITLE: ACTIVITY SPECIALIST
DEPARTMENT: YOUTH SERVICES
REPORTS TO: PROGRAM DIRECTOR
SUMMARY: The Activity Specialist delivers targeted, structured programming in an area of personal expertise (i.e specific sport or art medium) through a Positive Youth Development context that fosters growth and learning, maximizes safety, and instills hope and motivation. Proof of COVID-19 vaccine is required.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Delivers targeted instruction in an agreed upon program area to enhance after-school programming. Most programs will be delivered once or twice a week for a specified number of weeks per activity cycle.
Responsible for the well-being of a group of participating youth during the instruction period. Ensures the safety of all participants throughout the instruction period.
Leads the specified activity instruction in a manner that is designed to increase self-esteem and teach important life skills.
Tracks progress of all participants and reports outcomes to the Program Director
Prepares lesson plans for all activities delivered
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
College Degree preferred, High school Diploma/GED required and expertise in the specific area that he/she will be teaching. High energy, dynamic personality and genuine passion for youth needed. Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50lbs and ability to climb steps.
AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS:
Westhab is the premier organization of our kind in our region, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard working professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact. If you want to apply for this opportunity, it should only be because you feel ready for the challenges and expectations that come with joining this kind of team. (EOE)
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA):
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.