Coord.-Entitle. Specialist; QU

Institute for Community Living (ICL) is a non-profit organization servicing the NYC-Metro area and for over 35 years, we’ve provided life-saving care to New Yorkers in need that includes but is not limited to addiction assistance, mental health services, and housing support for all. Proudly doing so, with integrity, love, and respect. Our goal is to have a positive and long-lasting impact on the lives of the people and communities we serve with the hope of providing the care, support, and attention they need.

So, it is our pleasure to announce that we are currently seeking a full-timecandidate for the role of Housing Coordinator–Entitlement Specialist (HC-ES), to join our team! – Veterans preferred for specific VA Shelter locations.

By ICL definition, under the direct supervision of the Program Director, a HC–Entitlement Specialist is someone primarily responsible for promoting the attainment of resident permanent housing goals through ongoing assessment of resident housing needs and preferences, and the development of housing opportunities in the community for homeless individuals or individuals with mental disabilities (i.e., persons properly diagnosed as suffering from mental illness, alcoholism, or substance abuse).

MIN. ROLE REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES:

• LOCATION: Long Island City, NY 11101 + Available 5 Days min. Monday to Sunday, with options for O.T. – Shift: Days & Hours TBD
• EDU/EXP: degree options below MUST be majored and/or concentrating (min. 24 credits) in the following human service fields… social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, recreation/recreation therapy, counseling, sociology, community mental health, child and family studies, speech and hearing – OR – a practicum encompassing a substantial number of activities with the target population, alongside coinciding experience with providing direct services to individuals with mental disabilities – preferably in a shelter setting
• BA Degree and 2+ years of case mgmt., housing services, or relevant human services exp.
• BA Degree with 1-year practicum and 1+ years of case mgmt., housing services, or relevant human services exp.
• AA Degree and 3+ years of case mgmt., housing services, or relevant human services exp.
• GED/HSE or HS Diploma and 4+ years of case mgmt., housing services, or relevant human services exp.
• LICENSING:
  • CPR & First Aid (to be obtained within 90 days of employment)
  • Valid State Driver’s  (CDL, General Class D or Class A, B, or C licensing accepted) – NY, NJ, CT, or PA preferred
• Proper attire always – this includes work pants, boots, and outer/inner-wear with the ICL company logo (provided after training)

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

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• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, and stretch for long periods
• Ability to make reasonable and sound evaluative judgments
• Ability to read and understand lease, rental, and utility agreements
• Ability to effectively use computer software such as MS Word and Outlook
• Ability to consistently report for work as scheduled, being on-call if needed
• Knowledge of the causes and processes of mental illness and substance abuse disorder
• Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor, including lifting objects weighing up to 50+ lbs
• Ability to work in a setting with diverse individuals with mental illness and/or behavioral disorders
• Strong problem-identification and solving skills with an awareness of self and one’s impact on others
• Ability to work both as a team and independently, to help conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures
• Strong communication, listening, interpersonal, writing, and conveying skills –bi-lingual is a plus but not mandatory
• Ability to continually learn and apply knowledge with a willingness to participate in in-service training and development activities
• Ability to learn, understand, and comply with all state and city regulations, policies, and procedures regarding human services
• Ability to facilitate meetings and organize time effectively to accomplish all tasks in a timely way and meet deadlines without prompting
• Ability to follow all safety guidelines in accordance with the performance of the tasks mentioned…