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Client Services Specialist - Domestic Violence Shelter, Lotus

Safe Horizon

Brooklyn, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$22.81–$23.96 Per Hour
SKILLS
CPR Certification, Case Management, Childcare, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Services, Computer Skills, Conflict Resolution, Content Management Systems (CMS), Crisis Intervention, Customer Support/Service, Customer Training, Detail Oriented, Documentation, EEO Regulations, Emergency Procedures, Employment Law, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fire Alarm, Fire Safety, Firefighting, First Aid, Funding, HCL/IBM/Lotus Products, High School Diploma, Homeless Services, Insurance, Internet/Online Service, Leadership, Needs Assessment, Organizational Skills, Peace Corps, Pediatrics, Property Maintenance, Reimbursement, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Security Equipment, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Time Management, Tuition Fees, Work From Home
LOCATION
Brooklyn, NY
POSTED
12 days ago
Pay or shift range: $22.81 USD to $23.96 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Description The Safe Horizon DV Shelter Program provides safe and confidential spaces for DV Survivors and their children. We are committed to providing these services with empathy, compassion, professionalism, non-judgement, and respect. Our spaces respect survivors’ right to self-determination and focus on giving families and individuals the space, both emotional and physical, to heal from the victimization and trauma they have experienced. Responsibilities: + Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients. Identify when a client is experiencing trauma reactions and help client stabilize; + Conduct emergency shelter intakes for site vacancies and vacancies at sister sites as part of the Central Intake team; + Assess immediate safety needs and develop a risk management plan during intake of shelter placement calls; + Using neutral and non-judgmental language when responding to the needs and requests of clients; + Provide crisis intervention including mediation and de-escalation skills to diffuse situations between residents’ family members and/or roommates; + Participate in trainings to improve client centered practice skills and knowledge about self-care and vicarious trauma and its impact; + Plan, implement and/or research self-care and other social activities for clients and their children; + Actively participate in donor tours and help with special client events and holiday parties; + Conduct regular health and safety facility checks; + Understand and follow emergency procedures, including fire procedures; + Sort and organize donations of food, clothing, or items/projects as assigned; + Distribute supplies to clients in accordance with established guidelines and/or emergency requests from clients; + During the orientation process, determine clients’ immediate needs and provide referrals for basic needs; + Provide referrals for clients following their initial Case Management session; + Assist with basic office tasks such as archiving, filing , collating, update lists or as assigned; + Enter activity log information, shift notes and Case Management System (CMS), in a timely fashion and accurate manner; + Provide starter kits, assisting with bed utilization by helping with apartment preparation and cleaning; moving clients’ belongings as assigned; + Provide childcare as requested by clients or staff in accordance with written policies; + Provide client accompaniment to important appointments when requested; + Assist with admission and discharge of clients. This may include, providing childcare, assisting with client belongings if facility staff is unavailable and other tasks assigned by management. + Complete discharge paperwork which includes completing discharge checklist with clients, and all related discharge procedures; + Comply and adhere to funders’ fire and health safety mandates by obtaining and maintaining Fire Department of New York (FDNY) and Red Cross certifications as indicated by shelter leadership. Qualifications/Certification Requirements: + High School Diploma/GED and two years relevant experience. + Basic computer skills necessary. + Candidate must have or obtain the following certifications within 3 months of employment: At Emergency Shelters, obtain the F07-Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor and S95-Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems. At Transitional Shelters, obtain F80- Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters, Pediatric CPR/ First Aid Certification, and Security Guard License. Safe Horizon is committed to providing a reasonable accommodation to ensure individuals with disabilities can meet any physical demand requirement(s) of the position, or otherwise perform the corresponding task(s), where possible. If you require a reasonable accommodation, including to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your Human Resources Recruiter. If hired, I agree to abide by all of Safe Horizon’s rules and regulations, and understand that, if employed, my employment may be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the company or me. I further understand that no representation, whether oral or written by any representative or agent of the organization, at any time, constitutes a contract of employment. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.Technology Statement: Applicants may be responsible for providing the equipment and tools they need to work remotely as required, such as access to a computer, internet service, and phone service. Safe Horizon will discuss potential solutions with candidates and may assist where needed and agreed to in advance. Please follow this link to view complete EEO Law and complaint filing information: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) Salary Pay Range: 22.81 - 23.96 Hourly Full-time Hours: 35 Hours per week Full-time Benefits: Vacation Time, Paid Sick Time, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Company Life Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits Program, Gym Reimbursement, Parental Leave, Employee Learning Center Qualifications Skills Preferred + Documentation and Reporting: Novice + Computer Skills: Novice + Probem-Solving: Novice + Crisis Intervention: Novice + Creative Thinking: Novice + Conflict Resolution: Novice + Communication: Novice + Active Listening: Novice Behaviors Preferred + Team Player: Works well as a member of a group + Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest + Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well + Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred + Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility + Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals + Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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