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Behavioral Health Services North Northwoods Housing Specialist: Part Time: Weekend Day Shift in Plattsburgh, New York
Part Time- Under 20
Northwoods, Plattsburgh, NY, US
Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.75 Hourly
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 Housing Specialist, you will assist eligible candidates with maintaining independent living.
What’s in it for you?
Generous time off (with no wait time for accruals)
Retirement savings plans
Opportunities for advancement and growth within BHSN
Mentorship and training programs
Working within our community, making a real impact, & working alongside passionate colleagues
Work Schedule: Weekends, Saturday and Sunday 8am-3pm
What your day might look like:
Completes intakes and discharges
Triage and report facility/client maintenance concerns to NW Property Manager to ensure a safe living environment for program participants
Completes housing assessment and assists participants to develop individualized Housing Support Plans
Respond immediately to crisis situations and offer intervention support in conjunction with BHSN Crisis and/or treatment team providers
Transport residents to appointments, or as needed to obtain services, funding, keep legal obligations, etc.
Your skills and qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent required
Associates degree in human services related field strongly preferred
Experience working with special needs populations, especially experience working with individuals recovering from severe mental illness, substance use disorders, and/or homeless preferred
Valid NYS driver’s license, acceptable to BHSN insurance carrier, for required local travel
Ability to perform various tasks to ensure safe and sanitary environment such as cleaning, changing light bulbs, washing dishes, removing garbage, light shoveling, sanding/salting outdoor
EEO Statement: 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 hairstyles), 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.