CUCS JOBS JOURNAL A PUBLICATION OF THE HOUSING RESOURCE CENTER VOL.23, NO. 21 MONDAY, OCTOBER 15 TH 2018 CONTENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS... i JOB LISTINGS... 1-18 CUCS JOBS JOURNAL The CUCS Jobs Journal is a bi-weekly listing of job openings available to residents of supportive housing and consumers of OMH or DOHMH funded services. The Jobs Journal is supported by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). Job postings submitted to CUCS Jobs Journal will be valid for up to three (3) months. If jobs are not resubmitted at that time they will be removed from the Jobs Journal. If you have questions about this publication or would like to list a job, please call the CUCS Jobs Journal at (212) 801-3300 or email us at jobsjournal@cucs.org. Job postings must be submitted by the close of business on the Tuesday before publication. The next issue of the Jobs Journal will be published Monday, October 29, 2018. There is no cost to post jobs in the CUCS Jobs Journal. The CUCS Jobs Journal is available on the Internet at the CUCS web site. It can be found at https://www.cucs.org/housing/housingresource-center/. Trainer Position Available at CUCS Institute The Center for Urban Community Services Institute provides interactive, hands-on training and support services for professionals on a wide-range of topics, including housing and homelessness, behavioral health, case management, clinical and evidence-based practices. The Trainer position delivers trainings both locally and nationally; assists in training research and in the curriculum development and revision process, as well as ongoing evaluation of the quality of the trainings delivered. Our training curriculums have been designed to provide real-world, practical learning opportunities that can be implemented immediately by staff. Our skilled trainers are all licensed social workers with extensive experience working in human service sector, committed to providing learning experiences that help staff deliver high-quality services to people in need. Candidates will be considered if they have: a LCSW (or LMSW in Social Work; a minimum of three years post Master s experience; at least one year experience in homeless services and/or supportive housing sectors; strong presentation skills; experience in curriculum development; a knowledge of Supportive Housing and Evidence Based Practices and are willing to travel. Interested applicants should apply online at www.cucs.org. Center for Urban Community Services, CUCS Jobs Journal 212-801-3300 - www.cucs.org i
The CUCS Jobs Journal is a bi-weekly listing of job openings available to supportive housing residents and consumers of OMH or DOHMHfunded services. Resumes and cover letters may be sent directly to the contact person listed. Information was not available at this time for those areas that are blank. For more information: Phone: (212) 801-3300; Fax: (212) 635-2183; e-mail: jobsjournal@cucs.org Agency/Site Abbreviations Aff: Affiliated Agency Bus: Business EP: Employment Program Gov: Government SHA: Supportive Housing Agency SSRO:Supportive SRO Residence OSR: Other SupportiveResidence SSA:Social Service Agency The CUCS Jobs Journal is supported by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene The CUCS Jobs Journal Monday, October 15, 2018 HS Diploma/GED Required Center for Urban Community Services -- SHA CUCS -- SHA Bilingual Care Coordinator Manhattan The Center for Urban Community Services (CUCS), a national leader in the development of effective housing and service initiatives invites applications for the Care Coordinator position in the Care Management Program located in Midtown Manhattan. The Care Management Program provides care coordination services to optimize the quality and efficiency of health care services received by the most at risk New Yorkers. Care Management plays an integral role in improving behavioral and physical health for high users of Medicaid. Description of Responsibilities- The Care Coordinator is responsible for coordinating health care for clients in the community who have chronic medical and / or mental health conditions for clients who live in Brooklyn and Manhattan. The Care Coordinator assists clients in overcoming barriers to quality health care, striving to improve overall health outcomes, reduce inappropriate emergency department usage, and avoidable inpatient hospitalizations. The Care Coordinator is responsible to connect clients to appropriate medical services, coordinate care with clients providers and supports, support clients to make well informed choices with regard to treatment, and provide education & empowerment. The position involves telephonic care coordination, meeting with clients in the community to conduct assessments and develop person-centered care plans, and provide ongoing services to support and promote clients staying healthy. Case Manager 2 Bachelor s Degree or HS Diploma and 4 years relevant experience Case Manager 3 Bachelor s Degree and 2 years relevant experience or BSW and 1 year relevant experience or HS Diploma and 6 years relevant experience. Note: for every 30 college credits earned, 1 year of experience may ne reduced from the requirement for applicants with HS diplomas Bachelor's degree in child and family studies, community mental health, counseling, education, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, recreation, recreation therapy, rehabilitation, social work, sociology, or speech and hearing and 2 years experience working with individuals with mental health disabilities, developmental disabilities, alcoholism or substance abuse preferred Bilingual Spanish Required Center for Urban Community Services -- SHA CUCS -- SHA Case Manager Manhattan Come work in the Flat Iron District of Manhattan with 24 other diverse and dynamic people who are helping formerly homeless individuals recover from trauma and live full and satisfying lives! The Case Manager will work with a caseload of 25-30 people. The Case Manager will provide case management as well as person centered clinical services including but not limited to entitlements assistance, counselling, advocacy, referrals and information, crisis intervention, engagement, monitoring, regular outreach, psycho-education, escorting to various appointments within the community, and coordination of care with outside service providers. The case manager can also co-facilitate other groups with another co-worker. BSW and 1 year of relevant work experience, -or- BA and 2 Years of relevant work experience, -or- High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years of relevant work experience. For applicants without a college degree, every 30 credits can be substituted for 1 year of experience. Demonstrated ability to provide services to clients with psychiatric and medical disabilities and with issues of substance abuse., excellent writing and verbal communication skills are required. Ability to work effectively as part of a core services team. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Page 1
Case Manager The Case Manager is responsible for: Working with an assigned group of roughly 25-30 special needs and low-income clients Providing strengths-based advocacy and collaboration with clients Collaborating with colleagues and team mates to meet contractual obligations and achieve program success Utilizing core clinical principles to assist clients achieve their goals, including application of person-centered service planning and other evidenced-based practices and perspectives Coordinating with service providers to ensure comprehensive and holistic care for clients Fulfilling CUCS core purpose, core values, and vision statement Bachelor s Degree or HS Diploma and 4 years experience in the relevant field Strong verbal and written communication skills Familiarity with mental health, homelessness, and/or substance use Bilingual Spanish/English preferred Case Manager Bronx The Case Manager is responsible for working with an assigned group of clients to help them obtain housing; helping clients live full and satisfying lives in the community; help their team and program to function well and meet their contractual obligations including achieving contracted housing placement goals; and striving, as appropriate to their role, to fulfill the CUCS programs core purpose, core values and vision statements. Case Manager 1 HS Diploma and 2 years experience Case Manager 2 2 years as CM 1 or Bachelor s Degree or HS Diploma and 4 years relevant experience. Note: For every 30 college credits earned, 1 year of experience may be reduced from the requirement for applicants with HS diplomas. Case Manager 3 2 years as CM 2 or Bachelor s Degree and 2 years relevant experience or BSW and 1 year relevant experience or HS Diploma and 6 years relevant experience. Note: For every 30 college credits earned, 1 year of experience may be reduced from the requirement for applicants with HS diplomas. Case Manager Brooklyn The Case Manager is responsible for working with an assigned group of clients to help them live full and satisfying lives in the community; helping their team and program to function well and meet their contractual obligations; and striving, as appropriate to their role, to fulfill the CUCS programs core purpose, core values and vision statements. Case Manager 2: 2 years as CM 1 or Bachelor s Degree or HS Diploma and 4 years relevant experience. Note: For every 30 college credits earned, 1 year of experience may be reduced from the requirement for applicants with HS diplomas. Case Manager 3: 2 years as CM 2 or Bachelor s Degree and 2 years relevant experience or BSW and 1 year relevant experience or HS Diploma and 6 years relevant experience. Note: For every 30 college credits earned, 1 year of experience may be reduced from the requirement for applicants with HS diplomas. Page 2
Case Manager We are seeking a dynamic, self-motivated person who embraces both a harm reduction approach as well as a recovery focused orientation. We strive to help our clients to identify and achieve goals that are meaningful to them. The Case Manager will provide a broad array of services as well as person centered clinical services to a caseload of 30-35 tenants. Some tasks include but are not limited to: entitlements assistance, counseling, advocacy, referrals and information, crisis intervention, engagement, psycho-education, escorting to various appointment within the community, and coordination of care with outside service providers. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of the needs of the formerly homeless, mentally ill population, and those with substance addiction. This position is ideal for recent BSW Graduates. BSW and 1 year of relevant work experience. BA and 2 years of relevant work experience. High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years of relevant work experience. For applicants without a college degree, every 30 credits can be substituted for 1 year of experience. Demonstrated ability to provide services to clients with psychiatric and medical disabilities and with issues of substance abuse., excellent writing and verbal communications skills are required. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, but not required. Ability to work effectively as part of a core services team. Case Manager Bronx The Center for Urban Community Services, a national leader in the development of effective housing and service initiatives for homeless people invites applications for Case Manager position at the Lenniger Residences, a 91 unit supportive housing program for low income and formerly homeless individuals and families located in the East Tremont section of the Bronx. The population served includes individuals with histories of substance abuse and mental illness. The program provides training in evidence based practices including Motivational Interviewing, Wellness Self-Management and Behavioral Treatment for Substance Abuse for People with Serious Mental Illness. Services provided include case management, mental health services and person centered service planning. This program is located in the Bronx. BSW and 1 year of relevant work experience, -or- BA and 2 Years of relevant work experience, -or- High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years of relevant work experience. For applicants without a college degree, every 30 credits can be substituted for 1 year of experience. Demonstrated ability to provide services to clients with psychiatric and medical disabilities and with issues of substance abuse., excellent writing and verbal communication skills are required. Ability to work effectively as part of a core services team. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Case Manager The Center for Urban Community Services, a national leader in the development of effective housing and service initiatives for homeless people, invites applications for a Case Manager position at the Uptown and Scattered Site program. The program provides off-site evidence based, person centered and harm reduction services primarily to special needs individuals and families with histories of homelessness, mental illness and/or substance abuse. The individuals, families and veterans are located in six-buildings within the Harlem/Washington Heights community as well as Scattered Site apartments throughout Harlem/Washington Heights and the Bronx. Responsibilities: The Case Manager is a paraprofessional who provides a range of case management and clinical services to help clients live full and satisfying lives in the community. Bachelor s Degree and 2 years relevant experience, or BSW and 1 year relevant experience, or HS Diploma and 6 years relevant experience (for Case manager 3). Bachelor s Degree, or HS Diploma and 4 years relevant experience (for Case Manager 2). HS Diploma and 2 years experience (for Case Manager 1). For applicants without full degrees, every 30 credits can be substituted for one year of experience. Salary is commensurate with experience. Must have ability to serve a specialized population and be able to work effectively as a part of a team Must have good verbal and written communication skills with a working knowledge of computers - Excellent outreach, assessment, written and verbal communication skills - required - Bilingual Spanish / English Strongly Preferred Page 3
EVENING CASE MANAGER The following position is currently available at Paul s Place EVENING CASE MANAGER The Center for Urban Community Services, (CUCS), is proud to announce that it will be opening a co-located Drop-in Center and Safe Haven in lower Manhattan in September 2018. The program will provide case management and housing placement services to 70 to 90 people at the Drop-In Center and 24 people at the Safe Haven. For more information about the programs please see attached program announcement. We are currently hiring for one evening Case Manager position for the Drop-In Center. The shift is M-F 4:00pm -12:00am The evening Case Manager is responsible for working with clients from both programs to help them obtain housing, help clients live full and satisfying lives in the community, help their team and program to function well and meet their contractual obligations including achieving contracted housing placement goals, and striving as appropriate to their role, to fulfill the CUCS programs core purpose, core values and vision statements. Some of the responsibilities of the evening Case Manager include the following: 1)Fostering seamless service provision across shifts. Knowing and being able to communicate with clients about the program's mission, structure, and approach to treatment. Providing and documenting relevant information about a client to their workers and other program staff. Knowing program rules and reporting on rule violations. Conducting intake assessments to clients coming into the drop in center. Providing medication monitoring during assigned shifts. 2) Ensuring that clients are safe and comfortable. Responding to crises. Proactively working to create and/or maintain an environment which is safe and comfortable. 3)Providing and supporting opportunities for therapeutic recreation and socialization. Proactively working to engage clients in the program. Lead groups if applicable. CM 1: High school diploma and 2 years experience CM 2: Bachelors degree or HS diploma or equivalent and 4 years of relevant work experience CM 3: BSW and 1 year relevant experience (excluding fieldwork) or Bachelors degree and 2 years relevant experience or HS diploma and 6 years relevant experience For applicants without college degrees, every 30 credits can be substituted for 1year of experience Demonstrated ability to provide services to a specialized population, computer literacy and good written and verbal communication skills are required. Must be able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team Bilingual English/Spanish preferred although not required Send resume and cover letter to the following email address: tracey.erhardt@cucs.org Applicants will only be considered for positions they apply for. CUCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind Office Manager We are currently hiring one Part Time Office Manager for the CUCS Program located at 198 E. 121st Street NY, NY 10035. The position is 21 hours per week between the hours of 9am- 5pm, Monday-Friday; there is some schedule flexibility. The Office Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective operation of all of the administrative support activities within the program. The Office Manager is expected to work closely with the Program Director and the management team to ensure that these activities effectively support the overall operation of the program. This individual must possess a good knowledge of office procedures and the ability to identify and address operational problems. The Office Manager is expected to exercise initiative and judgment and provide support and guidance to all staff. The Office Manager is responsible for creating and maintaining program data in excel and other databases, fiscal management of site funds including managing program budgets, vendor management, maintain inventory of office equipment and manage office equipment service contracts as necessary, purchase of program and office supplies and program automobile maintenance. The Office Manager may be assigned additional duties as they arise. High School Diploma or equivalent 3 years relevant experience Strong word-processing skills including extensive experience with MS Word and Excel. Good spreadsheet skills Good interpersonal and organizational skills Good written and verbal communications skills Ability to multi-task Bachelor s degree preferred Database experience a plus MUST HAVE VALID DRIVER S LICENSE Page 4
Per Diem Case Manager PT The Per Diem Case Manager s primary responsibility is to provide direct clinical services in situations when the service recipient s primary worker is not on site, which includes: outreach to tenants; co-facilitate organized activities; crisis intervention and providing general case management assistance as needed; completing progress notes and all required documentation in a timely fashion; consistently adhere to agency s standards. Adjust to new assignments and changing priorities and work loads as required. Schedule: Alternate weekends, Friday evening 4:30pm-8:00pm and Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm. Per Diem schedule may include some holidays. Friday arrival time can be negotiated for otherwise strong candidates. High School Diploma with one (1) year direct practice experience in direct service. A Bachelor's degree may substitute for one year experience. Related experience working with mentally ill or homeless individuals is strongly preferred Good verbal and written communication skills and computer literacy. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred. Must have good interpersonal skills. PER DIEM CASE MANAGER PT The Center for Urban Community Services, (CUCS), is proud to announce that it will be opening a co-located Drop-in Center and Safe Haven in lower Manhattan in September 2018. The program will provide case management and housing placement services to 70 to 90 people at the Drop-In Center and 24 people at the Safe Haven.Both programs operate 7 days per week with staff on-site 24 hours per day. For more information about the programs please see attached program announcement. We are currently hiring for four Per Diem Case Manager positions for the Drop-In Center and Safe Haven. The shift is Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12:00am-8:00am. The Per Diem Case Manager is responsible for working with clients from both programs to help them obtain housing, help clients live full and satisfying lives in the community, help their team and program to function well and meet their contractual obligations including achieving contracted housing placement goals, and striving as appropriate to their role, to fulfill the CUCS programs core purpose, core values and vision statements. Some of the responsibilities of the Per Diem Case Manager include the following: 1) Fostering seamless service provision across shifts.knowing and being able to communicate with clients about the program's mission, structure, and approach to treatment. Providing and documenting relevant information about a client to their workers and other program staff. Knowing program rules and reporting on rule violations. Conducting intake assessments to clients coming into the drop in center. Providing medication monitoring during assigned shifts. 2)Ensuring that clients are safe and comfortable. Responding to crises. Proactively working to create and/or maintain an environment which is safe and comfortable. 3)Providing and supporting opportunities for therapeutic recreation and socialization. Proactively working to engage clients in the program. High School diploma 1 year related experience Appropriate verbal and written communication skills Some college preferred;b.a. may substitute for experience Bilingual Spanish/English preferred Send resume and cover letter to the following email address: tracey.erhardt@cucs.org Applicants will only be considered for positions they apply for. CUCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind Page 5
Center for Urban Community Services -- SHA CUCS -- SHA REENTRY COORDINATION LIAISON Manhattan The Reentry Coordination Liaison is responsible for coordinating the forensic housing resources from referral to housing placement including reviewing supportive housing applications, scheduling and facilitating video teleconference housing interviews, consulting with referring OMH pre-release coordinators across NYS prisons and participating in case planning meetings. Additional responsibilities may include providing coverage for other units within the Reentry Coordination System including but not limited to coordinating referrals to Care Coordination / ACT and community-based mental health outpatient treatment, as well as providing training / technical assistance. High School Diploma with six years relevant work experience, or Bachelor s degree with two years relevant work experience in related field Experience with Forensic SMI population preferred Strong clinical, organizational, and interpersonal skills Strong knowledge and experience with community mental health services including supportive housing, care coordination and ACT, and outpatient services Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good computer literacy skills with database knowledge preferred English/Spanish Bilingual preferred BA/BS Required CAMBA -- SSA -- Aff. Assistant Program Manager Brooklyn Bachelor s degree with two years of applicable experience and/or equivalent experience. Ability to be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. CAMBA s Shelters for single men, women, and families are among the most successful in NYC. With the help of CAMBA, thousands of homeless clients receive placement in both permanent and transitional housing Position Responsibilities: Communicate with peers in other CAMBA shelters and external agencies on issues related to client progress and best practices. Work with staff to set realistic weekly and monthly performance targets in accordance with contract requirements. Observe direct reporting staff engaging with clients and/or supervisory staff. Conduct periodic internal file review and implement Quality Assurance measures as needed to ensure quality service delivery to clients (i.e.-address and investigate client complaints). Assist the Program Manager in providing oversight for all aspects of the program in his/her absence. Organize onsite and offsite training opportunities for professional development of staff. Ensure and maintain all regulatory agencies standards are in compliance (related to food and emergency supplies, linen, personal belongings, client mail, laundry, personal care items, etc.). Plan and organize program activities to maximize program contract's goals and performance targets as outlined in DHS' Performance Incentive Plan. Develop program content to address residents needs related to ADL, Time Management, Critical Thinking, shelter rules and regulations. Plan, coordinate and facilitate social/peer support and ADL events. Troubleshoot client and direct reporting staff program problems. Develop and implement crisis prevention and/or intervention strategies to ensure a safe and secure environment. Conduct and document one-on-one supervision of direct reporting staff to assess and improve work performance (i.e. identify training needs, professional development, etc.). Prepare performance appraisals for direct reporting staff. Immediately report to the appropriate Program Manager/Program Director any: monitoring visits or funders' events; significant events and any incident that might subject CAMBA to liability. To be considered for this impactful opportunity, send your resume with cover letter in MS word attachment to submitresumes@camba.org. In the subject line, please write the position you are applying for (Assistant Program Manager Homeless Shelter). Chanelle Nau Page 6
CAMBA -- SSA -- Aff. Case Manager Sup. Brooklyn CAMBA s Shelters, temporarily housing single men, women and families, are among the most successful in NYC, resulting in placement of thousands of homeless clients in permanent and transitional housing. Recent increases in capacity, awarded by NYC DHS, have resulted in expanded professional opportunities in these Brooklyn facilities. Essential Functions: Plan and execute shelter activities, meet contracted goals, ensure that all direct reporting staff complete individual and group case management documentation notes; housing applications, ILPs and referrals to providers, including psychiatric referrals, service plans, recertification and psych- iatric assessments. Collaborate to develop programming to address clients needs related to housing, substance abuse treatment, mental health and/or employment. Provide crisis management and interventions with clients, ensure teamwork and ensure consistent services in accordance with program policies and procedures. Develop workshops for client engagement, conduct field visits, and plan programming to increase community and citywide resources and incentives for client participation. BA or BS and two years of applicable experience, and/or equivalent experience. Masters degree preferred. A license is required of these Masters degrees: Social Work (LMSW or LCSW), Mental Health Counseling, Counseling/Guidance, Art Therapy). To be considered for this impactful opportunity, send your resume with cover letter in MS word attachment to submitresumes@camba.org. In the subject line, please write the position you are applying for (Case Manager Supervisor Homeless Shelter). Center for Urban Community Services -- SHA CUCS -- SHA Tenant Services Coord. PT Brooklyn Bachelor s Degree Minimum of 3 years applicable experience with related populations Strong organizational, writing and interpersonal skills PT Chanelle Nau The Tenant Services Coordinator (Part-Time) is a paraprofessional position providing Social and Educational Activities at the Hegeman. The Tenant Services Coordinator (Part-Time) is responsible for working with both residents and staff to identify service delivery and program needs. The Tenant Services Coordinator (Part-Time) will co-facilitate tenant meetings and events, and will develop resources that will enhance residents access to cultural and educational services and events in the community. In addition, the Tenant Services Coordinator (Part-Time) will have the responsibility of developing and coordinating program initiatives with Breaking Ground (the partner agency). The position requires a good understanding of residential housing and familiarity with the operations of the CUCS and Breaking Ground partnership. Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills are essential as is the ability to interface effectively and efficiently with colleagues and tenants. Schedule: This position is 3 days per week/7 hours each day, with requested flexibility given the sites needs. MA-MSW-CSW Required CAMBA -- SSA -- Aff. Asst. Dir. Of Social Services Brooklyn Master's degree and three years of applicable experience. Ability to be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 7/23/2018 CAMBA s Shelters for single men, women and families are among the most successful in NYC, placing thousands of homeless clients in permanent and transitional housing. Position Responsibilities: Ensure the smooth day-to-day running, coordination and supervision of all case management staff, clinical services, and Recreation programming and activities in accordance with all program goals, targets, and performance outcomes and all CAMBA and program policies, procedures, and protocols. To be considered for this impactful opportunity, send your resume with cover letter in MS word attachment to submitresumes@camba.org. In the subject line, please write the position you are applying for (Assistant Director of Social Services Homeless Shelter). Chanelle Nau Page 7
CAMBA -- SSA -- Aff. LCSW Supervisor Brooklyn CAMBA s Shelters for single men, women, and families are among the most successful in NYC. With the help of CAMBA, thousands of homeless clients receive placement in both permanent and transitional housing. Position Responsibilities: Comply with all Federal, State, City and CAMBA security and privacy polices intended to protect the security and privacy of individually identifiable health information. Communicate effectively with clients, direct reporting staff, peers, supervisors, and funders. Plan and organize program activities to maximize program contract's goals and performance targets. Provide training and support to staff and team members regarding psychoeducation, mental health assessments and other techniques (i.e., motivational interviewing). Develop and implement quarterly training sessions for the continued education and professional development of shelter staff. Ensure that all direct reporting staff completes all necessary documentations including ILPs and referrals to providers as required. Assist with the development of program content to address residents needs related to housing, substance abuse treatment, mental health and employment. Conduct and document one-on-on supervision of direct reporting staff to assess and improve work performance i.e. identify training needs, professional development etc. Overcome resistance to change from clients, direct reporting staff, and supervisors/funders. Monitor clients' progress toward their goals (dates achieved) and document via progress notes. Prepare performance appraisals for directed reporting staff. Conduct chart auditing of client files (i.e., paper and electronically) Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/semester/annual reports to CAMBA management and/or to funders. Master's degree and three years of applicable experience, and/or equivalent experience. (A license is required of these Master's Degrees: Social Work (LMSW or LCSW), Mental Health Counseling, Counseling/Guidance, and Art Therapy). Experience working with low-income, high-needs families. Completed NYC DOH/MH attestation stating that candidate has not been the subject of a founded child abuse report. Knowledge about child development, trauma informed care, culturally affirming and responsive work, and family-based clinical interventions. To be considered for this impactful opportunity, send your resume with cover letter in MS word attachment to submitresumes@camba.org. In the subject line, please write the position you are applying for (LCSW Supervisor Homeless Shelter). CAMBA -- SSA -- Aff. LMSW Social Worker Brooklyn A Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) is required for this position. Chanelle Nau CAMBA s Shelters, temporarily housing single men, women and families, are among the most successful in NYC, resulting in placement of thousands of homeless clients in permanent and transitional housing. Recent increases in capacity, awarded by NYC DHS, have resulted in expanded professional opportunities in these Brooklyn facilities. Essential Functions: Conduct initial psycho-social assessment of clients and their families in addition to providing individual and/or group counseling services. Monitor, reassess and document ongoing consistent client contact. Consult with others both inside and outside of CAMBA to identify client barriers with effective solutions. To be considered for this impactful opportunity, send your resume with cover letter in MS word attachment to submitresumes@camba.org. In the subject line, please write the position you are applying for (Social Worker Family Shelter). CAMBA -- SSA -- Aff. Supervisor II Clinical Brooklyn Chanelle Nau CAMBA s Shelters for single men, women, and families are among the most successful in NYC, resulting in the placement of thousands of homeless clients in permanent and transitional housing. Position Responsibilities: Plan and execute shelter activities, meet contracted goals, ensure that all direct reporting staff complete individual and group case management documentation notes, housing applications, ILPs and referrals to providers, including psychiatric referrals, service plans, recertification and psychiatric assessments. Develop programming to address clients' needs related to housing, substance abuse treatment, mental health and/or employment. Provide crisis management and intervention with clients in accordance to program policies and procedures. Develop workshops for client engagement, conduct field visits, and plan programming to increase community and citywide resources and incentives for client participation. Licensed Master s Degree in Social Work (LMSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Master s Degree in Counseling/Guidance and 2 years of supervisory experience Prior supervisory experience is imperative. To be considered for this impactful opportunity, send your resume with cover letter in MS word attachment to submitresumes@camba.org. In the subject line, please write the position you are applying for (Supervisor II (Clinical) Homeless Shelter). Chanelle Nau Page 8
Assistant Program Director Brooklyn The Center for Urban Community Services, a national leader in the development of effective housing and service initiatives for homeless people, invites applications for the Assistant Program Director position at 575 Fifth Avenue, a supportive housing residence. 575 Fifth Ave is located in Park Slope, Brooklyn and houses 48 tenants, many of whom have histories of mental illness, homelessness, substance abuse, and/or HIV/AIDS. CUCS provides comprehensive on-site social services using a recovery orientation, which includes the implementation of evidence based practices such as Supported Employment and Trauma Informed Care. The Assistant Program Director is responsible for supporting the Program Director in the overall management of the program. The Assistant Program Director provides direct supervision to a clinical team and/or special services staff. The Assistant Program Director plays a major role in ensuring that clients receive services that meet regulatory and agency standards and that records are kept in compliance with those standards. This position is central to fostering the mission and goals of the agency. The position requires a thorough understanding of relevant service delivery concepts and structures, including strong knowledge and experience with mental health systems, and the ability to access and negotiate the full range of services for recipients. It also requires strong supervisory and administrative skills and the ability to interface effectively and efficiently with colleagues to ensure quality services and program operations. Furthermore, it requires good decision-making skills and the ability to identify and facilitate necessary programmatic change. It requires attention to detail, strong writing and verbal communication skills, and computer literacy. LCSW preferred, LMSW required Minimum of 4 years post-masters applicable experience with related populations including supervisory, administrative, and management experience Strong writing and verbal communication skills Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred Assistant Program Director We are seeking a candidate who has a thorough understanding of relevant service delivery concepts and structures, including strong knowledge and experience with mental health systems, and the ability to access and negotiate the full range of services for recipients. The position also requires strong leadership, supervisory and administrative skills, as well as the ability to interface effectively and efficiently with colleagues to ensure quality services and program operations. Furthermore, it requires good decision-making skills and the ability to identify and facilitate necessary programmatic change. It requires attention to detail, strong writing and verbal communication skills, and computer literacy. We embrace a harm reduction model, as well as the belief in person centered work, recovery orientation, and reengagement with the larger community. We provide a broad aray of trainings, supervision, and professional development for our staff. Master's Degree In Social Work is required. Those without an MSW will not be considered. LCSW is required for consideration for this position. Those without an LCSW will not be considered. Minimum of 4 years post-masters applicable experience with related populations including supervisory, administrative, and management experience is required. Strong writing and verbal communication skills Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred Training experience preferred Page 9
Assistant Program Director We are seeking a candidate who has a thorough understanding of relevant service delivery concepts and structures, including strong knowledge and experience with mental health systems, and the ability to access and negotiate the full range of services for recipients. The position also requires strong leadership, supervisory and administrative skills, as well as the ability to interface effectively and efficiently with colleagues to ensure quality services and program operations. Furthermore, it requires good decision-making skills and the ability to identify and facilitate necessary programmatic change. It requires attention to detail, strong writing and verbal communication skills, and computer literacy. We embrace a harm reduction model, as well as the belief in person centered work, recovery orientation, and reengagement with the larger community. We provide a broad aray of trainings, supervision, and professional development for our staff. Master's Degree In Social Work is required. Those without an MSW will not be considered. LCSW is required for consideration for this position. Those without an LCSW will not be considered. Minimum of 4 years post-masters applicable experience with related populations including supervisory, administrative, and management experience is required. Strong writing and verbal communication skills Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred Training experience preferred Bilingual Social Worker The social worker is responsible for coordinating health care for clients in the community who have chronic medical and mental health conditions. The social worker is responsible to conduct ongoing assessments, provide counseling, coordination, education, and advocacy to support clients to make well informed healthcare choices, receive appropriate services, and achieve healthcare goals. The social worker conducts mental health assessments to determine eligibility for HCBS (Home and Community based services). The position involves required fieldwork in Brooklyn and Manhattan visiting clients in the community to coordinate health care and provide telephonic care coordination with providers and managed care organizations. The social worker will also serve as an assistant team leader in a variety of capacities, building their own leadership skills. The social worker will receive weekly clinical supervision that meets the requirements for LCSW hours and have access to all CUCS agency trainings. MSW or LMSW - CUCS requires that all full-time social workers to have a Social Work license within 6 months from date of hire 1 year experience working with persons diagnosed with mental disabilities, developmental disabilities, alcoholism or substance abuse Bilingual Spanish required Good verbal and written communications skills Applicants will only be considered for positions they apply for. Clinical Supervisor Bronx The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for managing a service team and providing supervision to its members. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that their supervisees are helping their clients to live fuller, more satisfying lives in the community; helping their team to function well and meet their contractual obligations including achieving contracted housing placement goals; and striving, as appropriate to their role, to fulfill the CUCS programs core purpose, core values and vision statements. The Clinical Supervisor is a part of their program s management team, and is responsible for helping to ensure that their program provides the best services possible for its clients, is an engaging and rewarding place for staff to work, and has a culture which promotes continuous learning and improvement. The Clinical Supervisor may be assigned additional responsibilities. LCSW Strong writing and verbal communication skills Post-masters direct service experience with populations served by the program preferred Strong clinical assessment skills Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Sound judgment, good decision making skills, and a high degree of tact and professionalism Good writing and verbal communication skills Ability to problem-solve, prioritize, and effectively manage time Experience with EPB groups services preferred Bilingual English/Spanish preferred Page 10
Clinical Supervisor The Clinical Supervisor (CS) is responsible for managing a service team and participating in the overall administration of the program in conjunction with the management team. The CS provides weekly clinical management to the team s case management staff and task supervision to LMSW Social Workers. The CS plays a major role in ensuring that each day the clients receive services that meet regulatory and agency standards, and that records are kept in compliance with those standards. LCSW with relevant post-master s experience. Experience with related population, crisis management, supervisory experience, strong written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy. Internal applicants who have their LMSW and are within 18 months of fulfilling the clinical experience requirement for their LCSW are encouraged to apply as a Clinical Coordinator 1. Please note that a Clinical Coordinator 1 is automatically promoted to Clinical Coordinator 3 upon receipt of LCSW. Please be advised that you must upload your cover letter and resume in one document. Applicants will only be considered for positions they apply for. Clinical Supervisor The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for the supervision and direct oversight of a clinical services team. This position has significant decision making, supervisory, administrative, program management and service delivery responsibilities, including ensuring staff productivity, the achievement of measurable outcomes, and recipient satisfaction. This person will also be expected to participate in and contribute to a program culture that is client centered, outcome oriented, and dedicated to continuous quality improvement. LCSW Preferred Strong writing and verbal communication skills Post-masters direct service experience with populations served by program preferred Strong clinical assessment skills Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Sound judgment, good decision making skills and high degree of professionalism Bilingual English/Spanish preferred Candidates without an LCSW will be considered if: Candidate has LMSW and made significant progress toward obtaining their LCSW. Applicants with LMSW must have accumulated the following to be considered: At least 18 months of eligible LCSW practice time At least 1320 of the state required 2000 hours of LCSW practice time At least 67 of the state required 100 hours of LCSW supervision Page 11
NYPD Trainer Queens The CUCS Academy is seeking to hire 1 full-time evening trainer for an exciting training collaboration between CUCS and the New York City Police Department (NYPD). Trainers will deliver an award-winning Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) curriculum to New York City officers developed by the NYPD in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and CUCS. The training utilizes lecture, simulations and role play to improve the interactions between police officers and individuals in mental health crisis who come to the attention of the police through NYPD's 911/EDP system. Trainers will work closely and collaboratively with NYPD training staff and professional actors to deliver this curriculum throughout the year. All trainings take place at the New York City Police Academy in College Point, Queens. The hours for this position are 3:00pm-11pm. Salary is commensurate with experience. Trainers will be required to deliver the CIT training to New York City officers in multi-disciplinary teams. Trainers will work closely with NYPD leads to ensure that training is meeting high quality training standards. In addition, trainers will be required to learn and deliver related training curricula as needed to human service and criminal justice professionals. This is a high profile position that requires maturity, tact, and the ability to work with and engage individuals working in law enforcement and other varied professional disciplines. MSW or related graduate degree At least 3 years of post-masters direct service and/or supervisory experience in health and human services setting. Experience working with homeless individuals, people with behavioral health needs and individuals with criminal justice involvement preferred. At least 1 of the 3 required years must be in a supervisory or training position. Training and curriculum development experience preferred. Knowledge of community-based behavioral health services and the criminal justice system preferred. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to flexibly manage multiple tasks.. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. Ability to commute to College Point Queens and work a shift with regular hours of 3pm-11pm Per Diem Social Worker PT Work in tandem with scheduled per diem case manager to provide a wide range of clinical services to tenants, including but not limited to: Wellness outreach to tenants, supportive counseling, facilitating organized activities, crisis intervention, risk assessments, assistance with self administration of medications, community escorts, and coordination with hospitals/collateral providers. The per diem social worker will supervise the Friday evening and Saturday program, in coordination with on-call staff as needed. LMSW or LCSW Related experience working in housing and/ or with special populations including individuals with mental illness, substance abuse disorders or history of homelessness. Good verbal and written communications skills.. Leadership/supervisory experience preferred. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred. Must have weekend availability at a minimum of two weekends, monthly Schedule: Alternate weekends, Friday evenings 4pm 9pm & Saturday 10am 4pm, including some holidays. Friday arrival time can be negotiated for otherwise strong candidates. Page 12
Program Director Bronx The Program Director is responsible for leading the start-up with particular focus on coordinating start-up efforts with other CUCS departments (Property Development, IT, Central Intake, QA and Fiscal) to ensure an orderly and smooth operation of the program prior to building occupancy and during the rent-up period. The Program Director supervises senior staff, leads program development, ensures that clients receive high quality services and that the program is in compliance with regulatory and agency service and documentation standards. The Program director is responsible for establishing and maintaining excellent relationships with our partners and with other stakeholders. The Program Director is responsible for ensuring that the program is an engaging and rewarding place for staff to work and has a culture which promotes continuous learning and improvement. Through their involvement in the agency s Management Committee and other activities, the Program Director is expected to participate in ensuring the same for the agency as a whole. Minimum of 4 years post-masters applicable experience with related populations including supervisory, administrative, and management experience Strong writing and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in Excel Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred Program Director The Center for Urban Community Services, a national leader in the development of effective housing and service initiative for homeless people, invites applications for 2 (two) Program Director position at the two Intensive Mobile Treatment programs. The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene recently asked CUCS initiate another Intensive Mobile Treatment Teams that will continue the success of the current team. The Intensive Mobile Treatment Team will work with individuals that move frequently across the behavioral health care system (outpatient and inpatient), the homeless services system (shelter, street, Safe Haven), and the criminal justice system (jail, probation, parole), and have barriers to engage in the services they need. The position requires a thorough understanding of relevant service delivery concepts and structures, including strong knowledge and experience with mental health systems, and the ability to access and negotiate the full range of services for participants. It also requires strong supervisory and administrative skills and the ability to interface effectively and efficiently with colleagues to ensure quality services and program operations. Furthermore, it requires good decision-making skills and the ability to identify and facilitate necessary programmatic change. It requires creativity, attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills, and computer literacy. The Program Director will be responsible for program operations, clinical intervention, creation of team culture, crisis management, and supporting the team in the development of advocacy and clinical skills. LCSW Minimum of 4 years post-masters applicable experience with related populations including supervisory, administrative, and management experience Strong writing and verbal communication skills Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred Page 13