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Independent Living Specialist (Bilingual Spanish)

New York, NY

Posted: 08/19/2024 Job Number: 28063390

Job Description

Responsible for all aspects of assigned case load, including meeting with clients on a regular basis and ensuring that all clinical files and reports are complete and up to date. Intensively work with clients as they move through the program continuum by assisting residents in securing entitlements, gainful employment, establish and monitor savings accounts, prepare clients for housing interviews and arrange housing appointments. Build clients daily living skills to ensure successful independent living. Facilitate groups within the Phase system under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator. Work with Retention Specialist to verify employment and housing placement. Liaison with clinical staff in other BRC or off-site programs with regard to clients they have in common. Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Related duties as assigned.
Significant experience working with the homeless and formerly incarcerated, substance abuse, entitlements and work readiness programs preferred. Good writing and oral communication skills. Ability to work in a high stress/volume environment, while maintaining communication with the other components of the treatment team. BA preferred, HS Diploma/GED required. Bilingual preferred;Spanish. Knowledge of addictions and recovery process, as well as group process and dynamics. CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR. Computer literacy required.

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