Volunteers Of America - Greater New York Bronx , NY 10451
Posted 2 months ago
Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is an anti-poverty organization working to end homelessness in the New York area by 2050. We operate over 60 programs across New York City, Northern New Jersey and Westchester County including emergency, transitional and permanent housing. Our services extend to families experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans, youth aging out of foster care, adults with behavioral health or substance use needs, and others in need, including a special education preschool program.
We are in search of new talent in the following position…
Position: Community Liaison/Wellness Coordinator
The Community Liaison/Wellness Coordinator is a key provider of services within Volunteers of America's Case Management Model. The Community Liaison/Wellness Coordinator will be responsible for identifying and developing strategic linkages with community-based organization in to enhance onsite services provided to program residents. Community Liaison/Wellness Coordinator will focus on gauging three key areas of importance to the wellbeing of every tenant: general wellness; financial stability; and isolation/depression.
Our East Clarke Place Senior Residence program supports seniors who are chronically homeless who will also benefit from a comprehensive range of supportive services. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/east-clarke-place
Location: 112 East Clarke Place, Bronx NY 10452
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or 60 college credits plus two years relevant experience developing community linkages. The position also requires a demonstrated ability in verbal and written communication, including basic computer skills.
Principal Responsibilities:
Engage outside providers to develop quality linkages to support the needs of the residents.
Develop with the resident a mutually agreed-upon wellness plan reflecting assessment findings. Update the plan with the resident, as necessary.
Meet regularly with the resident to assist him/her in obtaining needed services/benefits to achieve their individual service needs. Provide supportive counseling to strengthen his/her ability to make appropriate life decisions.
Document counseling services and linkage services provided in accordance with agency and funder guidelines and procedures. Collect service data and participate in evaluation and quality assurance activities.
Design, conduct and coordinate staff trainings and presentations
Provide opportunities for corporations and community groups to support program services. Design, conduct and coordinate resident presentations and groups
Employees receive an exceptional benefits package including:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Prescription coverage
Life insurance,
Retirement plan
Educational Reimbursement Program (includes tuition and license/certification)
Paid Time Off which is accrued monthly and roles over from year to year. In addition:
Paid Birthday Holiday
And much more…
To learn more about VOA-Greater New York, copy and paste this link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/about
VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!
Other details
Job Family CASE MANAGEMENT
Job Function Counseling
Pay Type Hourly
Min Hiring Rate $28.00
Max Hiring Rate $28.00
Required Education Associate Degree
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Volunteers Of America - Greater New York