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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: Mental Health Technician



HOURS: Full time – 37.5 hours per week

Tuesday-Saturday, 3:00pm-11:30pm



DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitor resident activities including ensuring safe conditions within the facility. Escort residents as needed. Lead and assist in leading various resident groups. Teach and assist in activities of daily living, including food preparation and service, household maintenance and laundry. Counsel, support and advocate for residents in all areas of adjustment. Related duties as assigned.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Fulton House is a transitional housing program targeting formerly homeless clients who are either mentally ill or dually diagnosed as mentally ill and chemically addicted. Funded and licensed by the NYS Office of Mental Health with additional funding from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fulton House is located in Brooklyn and has a capacity of 48 beds. The mission of the program is to provide a safe and supportive environment where residents take part in 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, medication monitoring, daily skills training and recreational activities.

PROGRAM/UNIT:

Fulton House

2570 Fulton Street

Brooklyn, NY 11207

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 preferred and experience working with the MICA population required. Basic computer literacy required. NYS Drivers License required.

TO APPLY:

If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Cheryl McBryde, Clinical Supervisor, via email to CMcbryde@brc.org. Please include “Mental Health Technician” in the subject line.