Behavioral Health Housing Specialist
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Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is an anti-poverty organization working to end homelessness in the New York area by 2050. We operate over 60 programs across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester County, including emergency, transitional, and permanent housing. Our services extend to families experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans, youth aging out of foster care, adults with behavioral health or substance use needs, and others in need, including a special education preschool program.We are in search of new talent for the following position:Position: Behavioral Health Housing SpecialistThe Behavioral Health Housing Specialist position will assist individuals who are unhoused and chronically mentally ill with finding and leasing an apartment following payment standards determined by their housing voucher. Once the individual is housed, staff will continue to work with the individual to teach tenancy skills, daily living skills, and help with medical and psychiatric treatment following a psychiatric rehabilitation treatment model.Location: Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 (Middlesex County)Minimum Qualifications:The position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in one of the helping professions, such as social work, human services, counseling, psychiatric rehabilitation, psychology, or criminal justice.A minimum of 1 year of experience working with homeless services and homeless outreach programs is preferred.Certification as a psychiatric rehabilitation practitioner (CPRP) may be substituted for one year of experience.This position requires a valid state driver's license with a safe driving record that meets agency procedures.Contributing to the development, implementation, monitoring, and updating of the individualized rehabilitation plan.Provide skill teaching to assist individuals in developing skills in various areas that promote achieving and maintaining valued life roles in housing, employment, physical health, educational, and/or social domains and allow individuals to achieve community integration and remain in an independent living setting of their choice.Document all observations, information, and services into the HMIS and EHR, ensuring each individual is entered within 48 hours of contact.Perform crisis intervention services as needed.Provide supportive counseling services to unhoused and formerly homeless but recently housed individuals.Communicate observations and information about individuals to the Program Manager and clinical team.Attend scheduled team meetings and clinical supervision, demonstrating the ability and flexibility to work as a team member.Organize and support socialization activities through the use of IMR or other evidence-based practices when indicated on the individual rehabilitation plan.Participate in individual service coordination activities, including vocational and educational services.Develop community resources for individuals to obtain affordable housing in the community.Employees receive an exceptional benefits package including:MedicalVisionPrescription coverageLife insuranceEducational Reimbursement Program (includes tuition and license/certification)Paid Time Off which is accrued monthly and rolls over from year to year. In addition:Paid Birthday HolidayVOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!#J-18808-Ljbffr