Activity Specialist
Specialist job at Westhab
JOB TITLE: ACTIVITY SPECIALIST
FLSA: NON EXEMPT
DEPARTMENT: YOUTH SERVICES
REPORTS TO: PROGRAM DIRECTOR
SALARY: $37000.00 - $42,000.00
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.
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.
MICA Specialist, Magnolia House Women's Shelter
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.
Auto-ApplyMICA Specialist, Atlantic House Men's Shelter
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.
Auto-ApplyBilingual Spanish/English Case Manager/ Housing Specialist, LGBTQ+ Youth Housing Navigation Program
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 Housing Navigation for LGBTQ+ Youth provides case management and housing navigation towards permanent housing for LGBTQ+ youth. The program also provides Independent Living Skills (ILI) training for clients.
Position: Case Manager/Housing Specialist
Reports To: Program Manager
Location: 1259 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11226
What The Case Manager/Housing Specialist Does:
Provides counseling and individualized case management to LGBTQ+ homeless youth, will the goal of obtaining affordable permanent housing. Conducts needs assessment, intake and public benefits eligibility screening.
Assists individuals with access to public benefits by completing all necessary applications via ACCESS HRA. Offers support and guidance in completing all applications, as well as all necessary escorts.
Collaborates with CAMBA shelters and prevention programs to actively engage young people on the street and at places where LGBTQ+ homeless, runaway and street-based youth congregate in order to connect them to services.
Provides internet-based outreach by using social marketing websites to inform youth of CAMBA services.
Formally collaborates in coordinating services with other agencies/organizations providing services to our clients.
Cultivates relationships with schools, community-based organizations and coalitions by attending community events and by facilitating informational groups for our targeted population at other organizations.
Completes 2010E Supportive Housing applications for those clients that qualify.
Assists clients in identifying low income, affordable and market-rate apartments to successfully transition from street homelessness into more permanent housing alternatives.
Accompanies clients to supportive housing interviews, housing viewings, independent housing viewings, and lease/program agreement signings.
Develops and maintains housing resources to assist clients in securing appropriate permanent housing.
Works with clients to ensure that they are appropriately equipped for the housing search and for maintaining the housing that they find.
Identifies apartments for client placement that meet safety and health standards of the City of New York, and escorts clients to apartment viewings.
Helps with negotiation of leases.
Ensures that landlords outfit all apartments with requisite working equipment and appliances.
Maintains up-to-date charts to reflect the client's status in the housing process.
Inputs all provided client related services into program's assigned database
Participates in administrative and staff meetings as requested.
Provides all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports to CAMBA management and/or to funders.
Helps co-facilitate ILI trainings.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B. S.). Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) preferred.
Other Requirements:
LGBTQ+ cultural competency
Two (2) years of relevant experience, preferably in a mid-sized (250+ employees) organization working with persons with a history of homelessness.
Experience in housing placement, outreach, entitlements, and case management.
Experience working with LGBTQ+ youth.
Experience facilitating groups.
Good written & verbal communication.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite.
Familiarity with trauma-informed care and harm reduction
Bi-lingual English and Spanish. Preferred
Compensation: $53,249 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.
Auto-ApplyHousing Specialist, Office of Mental Health (OMH) Supported Housing Program
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.
Office of Mental Health (OHM) Supported Housing Program: provides a total of 87 units of scattered site housing to individuals who meet the program's eligibility. The first program provides 70 units of housing to chronically homeless single adults who are eligible for SSI or SSD and suffer from Serious and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) or are diagnosed as Mentally Ill and Chemically Addicted (MICA). The second program provides 10 units of housing for SPMI individuals who reside in OMH psychiatric centers, Article 28 inpatient hospitals, residential treatment programs and adult homes. The third program provides 7 units of housing to individuals who are SPMI and have been residents of either OMH Psychiatric Centers or OMH operated residential programs for one year or longer. All apartments are located in Brooklyn. The program offers Case management services focusing on removing barriers to maintain housing by ensuring that all clients' basic needs are met and that clients are connected to needed services, such as mental health and substance abuse. The operations component focus on the housing units meeting habitability standards by working with landlords and management companies to address major repair issues and complete minor repairs, as well as identifying new units, negotiating leases, and making units ready when there is a vacancy. Clients contribute 30% of their income towards their rent.
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Operations Supervisor
Location: 19 Winthrop Street, Brooklyn NY 11225
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.
Other Requirements:
OMH Fingerprinting Required
Two (2) years of relevant experience, preferably in a mid-sized (250+ employees) organization working with persons with a histories of homelessness, mental illness, and/or substance abuse.
Good written & verbal communication.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite.
Compensation: $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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Housing Specialist, Office of Mental Health (OMH) Supported Housing Program
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.
Office of Mental Health (OHM) Supported Housing Program: provides a total of 87 units of scattered site housing to individuals who meet the program's eligibility. The first program provides 70 units of housing to chronically homeless single adults who are eligible for SSI or SSD and suffer from Serious and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) or are diagnosed as Mentally Ill and Chemically Addicted (MICA). The second program provides 10 units of housing for SPMI individuals who reside in OMH psychiatric centers, Article 28 inpatient hospitals, residential treatment programs and adult homes. The third program provides 7 units of housing to individuals who are SPMI and have been residents of either OMH Psychiatric Centers or OMH operated residential programs for one year or longer. All apartments are located in Brooklyn. The program offers Case management services focusing on removing barriers to maintain housing by ensuring that all clients' basic needs are met and that clients are connected to needed services, such as mental health and substance abuse. The operations component focus on the housing units meeting habitability standards by working with landlords and management companies to address major repair issues and complete minor repairs, as well as identifying new units, negotiating leases, and making units ready when there is a vacancy. Clients contribute 30% of their income towards their rent.
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Operations Supervisor
Location: 19 Winthrop Street, Brooklyn NY 11225
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.
Other Requirements:
OMH Fingerprinting Required
Two (2) years of relevant experience, preferably in a mid-sized (250+ employees) organization working with persons with a histories of homelessness, mental illness, and/or substance abuse.
Good written & verbal communication.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite.
Compensation: $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.
Auto-ApplyHousing Specialist, The Kings Inn Family Shelter
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 The Kings Inn Family Shelter is funded by New York City Department of Homeless Services and offers families a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. It provides comprehensive case management services to 100 families who are in a transitional residence program for homeless families. The two story facility has rooms of various sizes, common areas and provides on-site security and social services.
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Program Director
Location: 87-02 23rd Avenue, Queens, NY 11369
What The Housing Specialist Does:
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.
Select appropriate instructional procedures or methods such as individual training, group instruction, self-study, lectures, demonstrations, simulation exercises, role play, and computer-based training.
Conduct marketing and outreach presentations regarding the program to recruit clients and resources.
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.
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.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
High school diploma or G.E.D and two years of applicable experience and/or equivalent experience.
Other Requirements:
Must obtain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance, The Register of Substantiated Category One Cases of Abuse or Neglect aka Staff Exclusion List (SEL) clearance and Criminal history information checks via fingerprinting with New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services prior to start of employment.
Ability to maintain clearances throughout the duration of employment.
Must obtain Annual PPD Test.
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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Housing Specialist, Atlantic House Men's Shelter
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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Housing Specialist, Rising Up Men's Shelter
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 Rising Up Men's Shelter is a 141 bed men's employment shelter located in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn. This shelter will provide an array of services with a strong focus on connections for residents to achieve stable employment to lead to permanent housing.
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Sup II (Clinical) or Asst. Program Manager
Location: 39 Ainslie Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11211
What The Housing Specialist Does:
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.
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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Housing Specialist, The Kings Inn Family Shelter
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 The Kings Inn Family Shelter is funded by New York City Department of Homeless Services and offers families a supportive, structured therapeutic, safe, and drug-free facility. It provides comprehensive case management services to 100 families who are in a transitional residence program for homeless families. The two story facility has rooms of various sizes, common areas and provides on-site security and social services.
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Program Director
Location: 87-02 23
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Avenue, Queens, NY 11369
What The Housing Specialist Does:
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.
Select appropriate instructional procedures or methods such as individual training, group instruction, self-study, lectures, demonstrations, simulation exercises, role play, and computer-based training.
Conduct marketing and outreach presentations regarding the program to recruit clients and resources.
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.
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.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
High school diploma or G.E.D and two years of applicable experience and/or equivalent experience.
Other Requirements:
Must obtain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance, The Register of Substantiated Category One Cases of Abuse or Neglect aka Staff Exclusion List (SEL) clearance and Criminal history information checks via fingerprinting with New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services prior to start of employment.
Ability to maintain clearances throughout the duration of employment.
Must obtain Annual PPD Test.
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.
Auto-ApplyHousing Specialist, Flagstone Family Center
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 158 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: Program Director
Location: 196-211 Amboy Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212
What The Housing Specialist Does:
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.
Select appropriate instructional procedures or methods such as individual training, group instruction, self-study, lectures, demonstrations, simulation exercises, role play, and computer-based training.
Conduct marketing and outreach presentations regarding the program to recruit clients and resources.
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.
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.
Minimum Education/Experience Required:
High school diploma or G.E.D and two years of applicable experience and/or equivalent experience.
Other Requirements:
Must obtain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance, The Register of Substantiated Category One Cases of Abuse or Neglect aka Staff Exclusion List (SEL) clearance and Criminal history information checks via fingerprinting with New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services prior to start of employment.
Ability to maintain clearances throughout the duration of employment.
Must obtain Annual PPD Test.
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.
Auto-ApplyHousing Specialist, Park Slope Women's Shelter
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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Housing Specialist, Rising Up Men's Shelter
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 Rising Up Men's Shelter is a 141 bed men's employment shelter located in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn. This shelter will provide an array of services with a strong focus on connections for residents to achieve stable employment to lead to permanent housing.
Position: Housing Specialist
Reports To: Sup II (Clinical) or Asst. Program Manager
Location: 39 Ainslie Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11211
What The Housing Specialist Does:
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.
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.
Auto-ApplyHousing Specialist, Broadway House Women's Shelter
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.
Auto-ApplyHousing Specialist, Justice Involved Supportive Housing
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.
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. Bilingual in Spanish.
Other Requirements:
Basic Knowledge of housing related issues
Knowledge about, understanding of, and ability to work closely with, persons with HIV/AIDS and related issues.
Knowledge about, understanding of, and experience working with, housing systems, facilities management, and maintenance needs.
Compensation: $47,000.00 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.
Auto-ApplyHousing Specialist, Justice Involved Supportive Housing
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.
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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CAMBA Activity Specialist / Instructor 2024 -2025
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 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.
Auto-ApplyYouth Activity Specialist, Sexual Risk Avoidance Education (SRAE)
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.
Auto-ApplyYouth Activity Specialist, Sexual Risk Avoidance Education (SRAE)
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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Activity Specialist
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.
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