12/08/2022
We have partnered with the African American Planning Commission Inc who is currently hiring for the positions below. Please see the position descriptions and salaries below. If you meet the requirements and would like to attend the interview on Thursday 12/8, click the link above or below to register to attend.
· Residential Aide
· Shift Supervisor
· Case Manager
· Employment Specialist (DHS) *
· Housing & Entitlements Specialist (DHS)*
· Program Director (DHS)*
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Case Manager – DHS Homeless Shelter (45-50K)- Duties: Conducts initial intake including but not limited to social service assessments, psychosocial, independent living plans, and referrals of incoming clients who are referred from the shelter system Minimal Requirements: Bachelor’s degree relevant to human services and at least 1 year of proven experience in Human Service related field or; An Associate Degree with 2-3 years of proven experience in a Human Service related field. Bi-lingual preferred; Familiarity with CARES, preferred. Other Requirements: Must possess sensitivity, tact, and resourcefulness. An Eagerness to assist clients in a nonjudgmental, empathetic and compassionate manner. Must demonstrate responsiveness to cultural differences and a commitment to the value of cultural competency. Ability to develop and maintain appropriate boundaries. Excellent organizational, time management and writing skills. Experience working with DHS and other service providers, Preferred. Experience providing case management services to families with children referred from DHS. This employer requires proof of Vaccination. (AAPCI)
Employment Specialist- DHS Homeless Shelter (50-55k)- Duties: Providing new clients with an overview of AAPCI’s employment program philosophy and services at client orientation sessions and/or individual intake meetings. Assist clients in attaining their employment-related goals by identifying and referring clients to appropriate services both within and outside AAPCI. Minimal Qualifications: Experience Requirement: At least 1 year of Employment Specialist experience in a similar setting; Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in a related field (social work, mental health counseling, psychology, sociology, education, business, liberal arts, etc.) with 1-2 years’ experience or; Associate Degree in a related field (social work, mental health counseling, psychology, sociology, education, business, liberal arts, etc.) with 2-3 years’ experience. Familiarity with NYC Shelter System with any population; single adults, mental health, substance use, HIV/AIDS, or any other related field; Strong communication, time management and interpersonal skills. Other Qualifications: Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a focus on providing excellent client services; Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with a diverse community of residents, program staff and external partners; Ability to exercise good judgement and apply problem solving skills.
Housing/Entitlement Specialist- Serenity House Family Residence(50-55k)- Duties: Under supervision of the Supervisor of Family Services, with some latitude for independent judgments, is responsible for developing a housing referral program for residents of the shelter. Using Case Management methodologies, the Housing Specialist makes necessary contacts and referrals. He/she is responsible for expanding their project for the benefit of residents (i.e., responding to RFPs, grants, etc.). Additionally, he/she is responsible for overseeing and ensuring that families apply for all entitlements (Restaurant allowances, food stamps, SSI, SSD, etc.). The Housing/Entitlement Specialist will evaluate, counsel, and assist residents in need of other entitlement services such as completing application forms and submitting them in a timely manner. He/she will assist and provide appropriate and competent professional information, referrals, and advocacy services to enable residents return to independent living. Minimal Qualifications: Degree Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate human service discipline (social work, psychology, or other acceptable discipline), Minimum of at least five (2) years of Housing Specialist in a similar social service setting. Excellent grant writing and communication skills are a pre-requisite for this post. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
Shift Supervisor (Residential Aide) ($35,000 – 40,000) - Oversee operations of facility, including emergencies • Supervise and train Residential Aides with performing various day to day tasks. • Coordinate and schedule floor post as well as lunch/breaks for Residential Aides. • Participate in operation department’s team meetings. • Provide ongoing feedback to Residential Aides through coaching, mentoring and one-on-one supervision as directed by the Program Director. • Register new clients, orient them to the facility, and ensure that all mandated documentation is completed and distributed appropriately Minimal Qualifications : Associate Degree Preferred in a related field with 2-3 years’ experience or; High School Equivalency/High School Diploma with 3-4 years’ experience in a related setting or; v Supervisory experience managing a team of 4-8 members and; v Residential Aide Experience full time for a period of 2 years with a documented history of progressive responsibilities.
Program Director- (75,000 - 80,000)
Exercise overall responsibility for the safe operation and effective results of all program operations at the facility. • Provides continuance oversight of all facility and program activities. • Ensure shelter maintains its contractual compliance regarding program goals and objectives. • Meet all performance expectations established for the shelter by AAPCI and Department of Homeless Services and other governing entities. • Maintain a healthy and safe environment for residents and staff while ensuring that residents move towards attainment of independent living, or an appropriate living status beyond AAPCI shelter. Minimal Requirements: v Degree Requirement: Master’s Degree in relevant field with a minimum of 3-4 years successful experience in servicing to homeless individuals/families, mental health, substance abuse, or senior-level shelter administration or; Rev June 2021 o Bachelor Degree with 5-7+ years’ experience in servicing homeless individuals/families, mental health, substance abuse, or senior level shelter administration. v Supervisory Experience: At least 3-5 years of documented progressive managerial experience
Case Manager Supervisor – DHS Homeless Shelter (55-60K)- Duties: Assists in Providing Clinical Services: Assigns caseloads and related duties, coordinates the activities of the case managers in providing services to clients. Etc. Minimal Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree Required in a relevant field (Psychology, Sociology, Education, Counseling, Substance Use, Mental Health Counselor, Social Worker, Coaching, Leadership, etc.) 1-2 years of full-time experience in a case management related position. Experience with supervising a team of 2-6 members- Required Other Qualifications: Experience working with the NYC Department of Homeless Services and DHS CARES system is preferred. Ability to work collaboratively with the Program Director and the Director of Social Services to deliver impactful service for shelter residents. Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a focus on providing excellent client services. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with a diverse community of residents, program staff and external partners.
