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Resident Engagement Specialist

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IMPACCT Brooklyn is seeking an enthusiastic Resident Engagement Specialist for our Social Services Department.  This position will support formerly homeless seniors, by encouraging the tenants to build community and promote collaboration, thereby improving an individual's well-being and quality of life. Whereby, the residents express a feeling of pride and take responsibility for the efforts to establish a comfortable and safe environment in which to live.  We encourage all who are qualified and want to work with a dynamic and highly productive team to apply.   This position will reports to the Case Management Supervisor.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Manage a caseload of up to 20 formerly homeless seniors.
  • Complete initial needs assessments with the first 60 days of move-in
  • Schedule and convene conferences every six months to reassess goals.
  • Provide face to face case management services at least once a month as well as monthly apartment inspections of units.
  • Assist clients in advocating and obtaining benefits, entitlements and other services.
  • Provide community-based referrals for residents.
  • Provide collaboration care coordination with service providers for clients, including primary and ongoing medical, mental health, and supportive services.
  • Documentation of all contacts and services in compliance with HRA contract and agency standards and provide all weekly contact progress notes.
  • Work with and assist Service Coordinator to provide weekly activities and special events to engage with the residents.

 

Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field of study OR equivalent combination of experience and training.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Experience working with and providing services for formerly homeless senior population.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and readiness to work on several projects simultaneously.
  • Absolute professionalism when dealing with clients to represent the company in a positive light
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines with minimum supervision
  • Knowledge of ethical standards, principles, and practices of social work, counseling, and human behavior.
  • Direct experience developing close working relationships with governmental groups at the local, state and federal level, and constituents/stakeholders which might include elected officials, board of directors, employees and other business and community support organizations.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Competitive pay, Paid time off including Vacation, Personal and holidays, 403(b), Tuition reimbursement, Medial, FSA, EAP and other fringe benefits.

Salary Range: $45,000 to $55,000

How to Apply: 

Please send resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Indicate “RESIDENT ENGAGEMENT” on subject line.

 

 

Additional Information: 

IMPACCT Brooklyn and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  IMPACCT Brooklyn makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Organization Info

Pratt Area Community Council dba IMPACCT Brooklyn

Overview
Headquarters: 
Brooklyn, NY
Annual Budget : 
$1-5M
Size: 
11-50 employees
Founded: 
1964
About Us
Mission: 

Our Mission
1. To preserve and develop safe and affordable housing, a basic human right.

2. To support vibrant local commerce through which small businesses serve the needs of community residents.

3. To sustain and develop an economic, racial, and cultural diversity to enrich the lives of all.

4. To promote knowledge, initiative, and concerted action to advance individual and common interests.

5. To foster an ethic that all members of the community bear personal responsibility to contribute to the greater good.

Programs: 

HOMEOWNER SERVICES

Help Residents & Stabilizing Neighborhoods

IMPACCT Brooklyn plays a critical role in neighborhood stability in the face of rising home prices. Through our financial counseling and support services, we help residents stay in their homes and the communities they grew up in.

FINANCIAL LITERACY

Making a Meaningful Difference in People’s Lives

IMPACCT Brooklyn provides workshops and coaching to help more Brooklyn residents understand and take ownership of their finances so they can make better financial choices, and build and maintain the communities they live in.

HOUSING DEVELOPMENT

Creating Affordable Housing Options

IMPACCT Brooklyn takes every opportunity to renovate, develop, and market livable homes for working class families. With gentrification sweeping through Brooklyn, our efforts are more important than ever as rising housing costs force residents out of their homes.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZING

Organizing and Empowering Citizens

When tenants face housing issues, we help to educate and empower them so they can hold landlords accountable. Over the decades, we have brought thousands of people together to improve their homes and their communities.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Building a Business Base

We believe that small businesses are the lifeblood of communities, especially when run by residents of the neighborhood who cater to local needs and keep money in the community. We provide comprehensive services to help those business owners get started and thrive.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Giving People a Home and a Hand Up

Because living below the poverty line impacts every aspect of a person’s life, IMPACCT Brooklyn provides social services along with housing for formerly homeless people, giving them the break they need to regroup and get back on track with their lives.

LEAD ABATEMENT

Making Buildings Safer

Lead poisoning is a real danger to many lower-income families living in older buildings. IMPACCT Brooklyn is proactive in remedying lead exposure through lead testing, training for maintenance personnel, and financial incentives for landlords.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING MARKETING

Promoting Affordable Housing

As experienced marketing agents for affordable housing, we help developers market their affordable housing units and streamline the process by connecting them with qualified candidates.

Why Work For Us?: 

Work You Can Believe In

At IMPACCT Brooklyn, our staff is more like family. We pay attention to your individual needs at home and at work. We want to see our staff succeed and grow as professionals. We will help you build your skills, whether you come to us as a handyman or as a social work professional.

Our services are broad, from social work to economic development, from home services to tenant organizing. It’s a diverse, vital group of people preserving the fabric and cohesiveness of Brooklyn. If you believe that this is important, join us and become part of our community.

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Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Oct 4 2023
Active Until: 
Nov 4 2023
Hiring Organization: 
Pratt Area Community Council dba IMPACCT Brooklyn
industry: 
Nonprofit