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Company Name : NYC Careers
Location : Manhattan, NY
Position : ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR
Job Description : The Intake, Assessment and Capacity Management Unit is responsible for planning, implementing, administering, and effectuating the provision of services of the Division’s seven assessment shelters, which operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. During the Assessment process, clients who are new to the Adult Services System, or who have previously left the system for twelve (12) months, or more are assessed to determine individual needs, which helps to locate an appropriate shelter program to overcome the contributing factors of homelessness, i.e., substance abuse, mental health, domestic violence, and/or lack of employment, towards the goal of returning clients to the community as quickly as possible.
The Department of Homeless Services is recruiting for one (1) Community Coordinator to function as an Engagement Coordinator, who will:
Canvass a defined area in and around the shelter to identify, engage and offer services to individuals who are creating quality of life situations within the neighborhood.
Deter loitering, aggressive panhandling, sleeping in public spaces and the public consumption of alcohol and illegal drugs within the community and the shelter which is not consistent with the behavioral expectations of a DHS client.
Screen all persons attempting to enter the 30th Street Men’s Shelter seeking services.
Engage clients to promote positive involvement in and around the shelter; make recommendations based on client observations and interactions.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with clients and community residents; actively participate as a representative of DHS in assigned community meetings, committees, and coalitions to develop and enhance community partnerships. Serve as a knowledgeable resource about DHS programs and services.
Plan, coordinate and participate in community relations projects, activities and events in partnership with DHS offices of Communications and External Affairs, and other internal departments, to maintain positive stakeholder relationships and cultivate support for DHS programs.
Conduct presentations for community-based organizations to increase awareness about DHS programs, services and organizational goals. Work on special projects and all other professional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qual Requirements
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” or “2” above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in “1” above.
Additional Information
LOAN FORGIVENESS
The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) to all qualifying public service employees. Working with the DSS/HRA/DHS qualifies you as a public service employee and you may be able to take advantage of this program while working full-time and meeting the program’s other requirements.
Please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program site to view the eligibility requirements:
https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
In addition, the Human Resources Administration/Department of Social Services offers competitive salaries and the following benefits:
Generous Pension Plans (The New York Employees’ Retirement System);
401(k) and Roth 457 Retirement Savings Programs;
U.S. Savings Bonds Flexible Spending Program;
Health Benefits, Dental, Vision Coverage, Prescription Drug Program;
Training and Professional Development;
Opportunity for Scholarship; College Savings Program;
Paid Holidays and Generous Annual Leave.
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Hours/Shift
Sunday-Thursday 4pm-12am
Work Location
430 East 30 Street, New York, NY
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
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