Behavioral Health Services North Inc is hiring: Case Worker in Plattsburgh

A Spanish version of this position is available upon request

La version de esta posicion esta disponible en Español si es requerida

BHSN, one of the fastest growing organizations providing whole person care in the region, is in search of passionate individuals to join our rapidly growing team!

Your role at BHSN:

As a Supported Housing Case Worker at BHSN, you will assist eligible candidates secure safe affordable housing. You will work closely with OMH Supported Housing clients, HUD Housing individuals, and Homesteads on Ampersand clients.

What’s in it for you?

• Generous benefits, including personalized health coverage, paid time off, and holiday pay
• Working within our community, making a real impact, working alongside passionate colleagues
• Education reimbursement for specific program opportunities
• Accessible leadership team, coaching for your growth, and ample training opportunities
• With BHSN University, we provide our team members with continuous learning, mentorship, and internal education opportunities to encourage our team to continue discovering and innovating
• As a rapidly growing organization, there are endless opportunities to grow within the organization
• Community discounts, loan forgiveness & more

What your day might look like:

• Screens and admits eligible candidates
• Reviews residents’ needs and connects them with services that will help achieve success in independent living
• Assists participants to develop individualized Housing Support Plans
• Routinely meet with residents in their home environment
• Complete inspections of units to ensure dwelling is safe and meets Housing Quality Standards (HQS)
• Collaborate with treatment team including internal and external support systems within the community to identify and connect to needed resources/supports
• Respond immediately to crisis situations and offer intervention support in conjunction with BHSN Crisis and/or treatment team providers
• Provides ongoing support and referrals as needed
• Work with private landlords in the community to help secure apartments
• Act as a liaison between the tenant and the landlord to resolve housing issues quickly
• Complies with BHSN and regulatory policies and procedures
• Manages programs in Director’s absence
• Other duties as assigned

Your skills and qualifications:

• GED/HS Diploma required
• Associates Degree in relevant Human Services with 2 yrs experience preferred
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Valid NYS driver’s license
• Computer savvy
• Able to lift up to 20 lbs.; bending
  
  

BHSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in its hiring and employment practices, so that every team member can feel like they belong and be their authentic self to thrive in their personal and professional lives. In order to do that, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hair styles), creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, arrest record or status as a victim of domestic violence, familial status, gender/gender expression, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status or any other factor prohibited by law.