BronxWorks
Outreach Specialist
BronxWorks, Bronx, New York, United States, 10400
BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 50 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.BronxWorks is hiring 4 Outreach Specialists for the SOS-CTI program
The SOS teams will continue to follow participants for several months after housing placement to ensure their stability, independence, and wellbeing in their new community. On job training and regular learning collaboratives will be available to enhance the Outreach Specialist's professional development.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participate in persistent and assertive community outreach and engagement on the streets and subways as part of a multidisciplinary teamEngage and build rapport with chronically street homeless individuals in the Bronx; develop goals and service plans that help them improve their daily living skillsDrive agency vehicles for mobile outreach work and to transport clientsSupport licensed clinicians with mobile medical outreachMaintain familiarity with social services and resources available within the agency and in the communityProvide referrals and direct assistance to support clients in accessing mental health services, medical care, substance treatment, vital documents, benefits, legal/immigration services, and permanent housingDocument all interactions with or on behalf of clients; monitor and document client progress toward service plan goalsPerform additional duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalentNew York State Certified Peer Specialist preferred; comparable training in peer advocacy requiredPrior experience working with homeless and/or precariously housed populations preferred, but not requiredCandidate must have a valid driver's license which has been held for at least 1 year; in the last 3 years, candidate must have obtained no more than 3 license violation pointsBilingual/multilingual preferred, but not required • Proficiency with computers, common office equipment, and basic typing skillsStrong interpersonal communicationPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to use a computer for prolonged periodsAbility to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 poundsAbility to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of timeAbility to bend and retrieve objects and/or documentsAbility to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportationAbility to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field workTB Test required within the first 120 days of employment
BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org
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The SOS teams will continue to follow participants for several months after housing placement to ensure their stability, independence, and wellbeing in their new community. On job training and regular learning collaboratives will be available to enhance the Outreach Specialist's professional development.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participate in persistent and assertive community outreach and engagement on the streets and subways as part of a multidisciplinary teamEngage and build rapport with chronically street homeless individuals in the Bronx; develop goals and service plans that help them improve their daily living skillsDrive agency vehicles for mobile outreach work and to transport clientsSupport licensed clinicians with mobile medical outreachMaintain familiarity with social services and resources available within the agency and in the communityProvide referrals and direct assistance to support clients in accessing mental health services, medical care, substance treatment, vital documents, benefits, legal/immigration services, and permanent housingDocument all interactions with or on behalf of clients; monitor and document client progress toward service plan goalsPerform additional duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalentNew York State Certified Peer Specialist preferred; comparable training in peer advocacy requiredPrior experience working with homeless and/or precariously housed populations preferred, but not requiredCandidate must have a valid driver's license which has been held for at least 1 year; in the last 3 years, candidate must have obtained no more than 3 license violation pointsBilingual/multilingual preferred, but not required • Proficiency with computers, common office equipment, and basic typing skillsStrong interpersonal communicationPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to use a computer for prolonged periodsAbility to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 poundsAbility to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of timeAbility to bend and retrieve objects and/or documentsAbility to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportationAbility to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field workTB Test required within the first 120 days of employment
BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org
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