Independent Living Specialist - Beaver Pond

You will be responsible for all aspects of assigned case load, including meeting with clients on a regular basis and ensuring that all clinical files and reports are complete and up to date. You are committed to engaging individuals in a client-centered approach while providing services and referrals to address the varied needs of individuals experiencing homelessness, including securing entitlement, gainful employment and housing. You will have an ability to manage conflict or challenging behaviors with self-awareness and emphasizing client autonomy and safety. You will help to build clients' daily living skills to ensure successful independent living. You will be responsible for completing intakes and assessments and all required documentation, including psychosocials, progress notes and treatment plans. You will escort clients to various appointments, as needed. You will participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences. You will provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Related duties as assigned.

Full-time 37.5 hours per week

High School Diploma/GED required, Bachelor's Degree preferred. Bilingual abilities a plus. Experience working with individuals experiencing homeless preferred. Experience with conducting outreach, securing entitlements and housing, and knowledge of mental illness and substance abuse helpful. Proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel. CPR training certification or willingness to complete certification training in CPR.