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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: Bilingual Case Manager

HOURS:
Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Monday – Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for all aspects of assigned caseload of clients (maximum of 25) who have a history of substance abuse and homelessness. Assist with the intake and admission process, application and re-certification of entitlements, develop and update service plans, maintain chart documentation, provide supportive counseling, plan and facilitate support groups, teach and assist with activities of daily living, assist clients with money management and be involved in collection of clients’ rent, assist with recreational activities, provide linkages and referrals to community resources such as medical, mental health and/or substance abuse services as-needed. Make regular visits to client apartments to ensure a safe and secure environment in compliance with City guidelines. Regularly participate in community meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings. Be on call during off-hours. Ongoing regular participation in BRC approved training courses. Related duties as assigned. Reports to Program Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred qualifications: BA and a minimum of one year experience working with the homeless, addicted, and/or mentally ill population. Bilingual in Spanish required.

Alternate qualifications: HS Diploma and at least two years experience working with the homeless, addicted, and/or mentally ill population. Bilingual in Spanish required.

SALARY: $34,000 (17.43/hr)

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

PROGRAM/LOCATION:
Scatter Site Apartment program
500 Bergen Avenue
Bronx, New York 10455

Must be bilingual in English/Spanish.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to Careers@brc.org. Please include "Bilingual Case Manager" in the subject line.