Assessment Specialist - Reaching New Heights

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessment service to a caseload of homeless men referred to BRC’S Reaching New Heights.
• Assessment Specialists primary duties will involve completing a comprehensive intake assessment of clients new to the shelter.
• Responsible for entering all demographic and pertinent personal information in AWARDS data base and begin initial charting for new clients.
• Additional case load duties will include obtaining benefits, identification, engagement in day treatment program and entering data into both AWARDS and DHS Cares.
• Generate ongoing progress and group notes as well as monthly statistical reports.
• Run monthly reports to ensure that all necessary client information is updated in AWARDS.
• Participate in clinical team, case conference, and other staff meetings.
• Assist with program staff coverage as needed.
• Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

HOURS

Full-time 37.5 hours per week • Monday-Friday 9am-5: 30pm

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; a Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required.
• Excellent communication and writing skills and computer proficiency required, especially with managing data bases and Excel Spreadsheets.
• Experience working in residential treatment and with the homeless population.
• Knowledge of HRA and NY/NY application systems a plus.
• CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR.

Make an impact

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally.