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BRC: Helping People to Reclaim Lives Lost.

BRC is a leading provider of housing and services to thousands of New York City’s neediest individuals. Offering a hand up, not a hand out, BRC asks one simple question: What can we do for you? BRC sees the potential in each individual it serves, and provides each the opportunity to find it. Whatever our clients may seek, BRC has it, 24/7/365: outreach to homeless people living in public spaces, drug treatment, mental health care, comprehensive medical services, vocational services, and supportive communities in which to live. More than 4,700 times in 2008, an individual in need said yes to BRC and walked through our doors; and over 2,600 times, a BRC client successfully graduated, and moved forward to reclaim their life. BRC succeeds by building trust with the people it serves; listening, and then acting, providing housing – both temporary and permanent – to over 1,100 individuals daily, and services through 25 programs located throughout New York City. Building trust takes time, and a compassionate, dedicated staff of over 450 employees and 300 volunteers that persevere 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year, never giving up. And neither do our fellow New Yorkers, who called the BRC Homeless Helpline nearly 2,000 times last year.

To learn more about BRC, visit the website: www.brc.org

POSITION AVAILABLE

POSITION: Residence Counselor

HOURS:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Mon, Tues, and Thurs, 11:00am – 7:00pm

Sunday and Wednesday, 10:00am – 6:00pm

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

The Metropolitan Apartment Program (MAP) is a transitional housing program targeting formerly homeless clients who are either mentally ill or dually diagnosed as mentally ill and chemically addicted. Funded by the NYS Office of Mental Health and Medicaid, MAP comprises apartments in Manhattan and the Bronx for 87 clients who can function and thrive in a more independent living environment than a traditional community residence. The mission of MAP is to provide a safe and supportive environment where residents partake of rehabilitation interventions that will assist them in the attainment of their work, social and community living goals. A variety of services are available, including case management, substance abuse groups, money management, daily skills training and recreational activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Daily visits to client apartments; teaching ADL skills, counseling and crisis intervention; reporting; meetings; readying apartments for clients; off hours client activities attendance, and related duties as assigned.

PROGRAM/UNIT:

Metropolitan Apartment Program

1916 Park Avenue

New York, NY 10037

BENEFITS:

Full time employees receive a generous benefits package: Employees can choose from 3 different health/dental plans. In addition, employees receive a minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. To encourage our employees to save for retirement, we offer a 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC. We also offer tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development. Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.

EOE

BA strongly preferred, but will consider several years of related experience in mental health field in lieu of BA. Supportive counseling, case management, ADL skills training, bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred. Basic computer literacy required.

TO APPLY:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Kingsley Osei-Poku, Program Coordinator, via email to Koseipoku@brc.org. Please include “Residence Counselor” in the subject line.