Staten Island Machine Shop, Inc.

Summary: The housing Specialist is responsible for assisting and supporting clients in housing resources, benefits, and placement through the entire treatment experience from admission to discharge; Connects and engages the client to housing resources and support services to aid continuity of care and self-sufficiency post-discharge, monitors the course of treatment for each client in a pro-active manner to minimize the barriers that might compromise the client's treatment and post-treatment living environment. This position requires a strong knowledge of appropriate personal and clinical boundaries, a consistently positive attitude, and the ability to deal with difficult, uncertain, and stressful situations in a positive manner. Provides direct housing casework services to clients living with substance abuse histories in our inpatient substance abuse rehabilitation program. Responsibilities: Conducts client housing needs and risk assessment to determine client housing histories and requirements needed during treatment and post-treatment. Collects client data and connects the client to housing entitlements; follow-up with processing and approval for housing readiness Conducts housing services orientation and referrals. Meet with clients on caseload according to regulations and policy to identify client housing needs and progress towards meeting housing goals. Assist client with creating an individualized housing case management plan that will outline the client's goals and housing objectives, as part of the multidisciplinary team. Conducts individual and group services in accordance with a treatment plan including housing options, housing entitlements, benefits, and community resources. Assist with client crisis; communicates with managerial, clinical, and support staff when clients' needs demand additional monitoring or attention when experiencing a crisis, etc. Ability to redirect and de-escalate crisis situations, conduct emergency management, and has an understanding of proper emergency procedures. Document all client care in EHR and records/reports all client/staff incidents as required. Meets with the client according to the care plan to review and discuss discharge plans, continuing care, and community resources needs (continued treatment, entitlements, housing, etc.) Create community housing and entitlement resource banks, make client referrals, and follow up on all referrals. Escort client to appointments as needed. Conduct post-discharge follow-up and document all in the client record and reporting forms. Maintain the charts of clients in accordance with OASAS and agency requirements; Participate in weekly Clinical Team Meetings. Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in social services, counseling, or related area required. Housing case management experience needed. Minimum of two years housing case management experience working with the substance abusing and/or homeless populations preferred. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred. Must have exceptional communication skills both orally and in writing, with individuals and groups regarding confidential and sensitive issues.

Responsibilities: - Must be knowledgeable of the client's rights and ensure an atmosphere that allows for the privacy, dignity, and well-being of all clients in a safe, secure environment. - Provide individualized attention, which encourages each resident's ability to maintain or attain the highest practical physical, mental, and psycho-social well-being. - Knowledgeable of the individualized care plan for clients and provide support to the resident according to the care plan. Contribute to the care planning process by providing the Clinical Director other care planning staff with specific information and observations of the client's needs and preferences. - Maintain the comfort, privacy, and dignity of each client in the delivery of services to them. Interact with residents in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring environment. - Fully understand all aspects of the client's rights, including the right to be free of restraints and free of abuse. Responsible for promptly reporting to the Clinical Director incidents or evidence of resident abuse or violation of the client's rights. - Complete records documenting care provided or other information in keeping with department policies. - Perform all job responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection control procedures including thorough hand washing, use of disposable gloves where indicated, and proper disposal of soiled materials. Tasks: - Adhere to all documentation regulations including but not limited to the EHR System, OASAS, AWARDS, incident reporting, daily logs, progress notes, and medication logging. - Assist in maintaining a safe, neat, and clean environment; report environmental deficiencies to the Clinical Director such as lighting or equipment problems. - Observe clients for changes in medical condition or behavior and promptly report these changes to the Clinical Director and Associate Area Director. - Monitor and document patient medication as related to the facility DEA license and regulations including taking vital signs (TPR), applying creams/ointments, collecting laboratory specimens. - Change and wash linens on each assigned shift. - Conduct and document rounds on each shift. - Obtain food handler license within 30 days of written notification from Clinical Director. - Perform various tasks assigned by the Clinical Director as needed. Requirements and Qualifications: - A high School diploma or equivalent, previous Nursing Assistant experience or Certification preferred . - Skills needed include Proficient use of computer and software applications, moderate reading, writing, grammar, and mathematics skills; proficient interpersonal relations, empathetic stance, and communicative skills; auditory and visual skills; ability to bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach, and lift items weighing 50 pounds or less - Valid Drivers License Preferred