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Job Description Suicide Prevention/Team Leader Work Location: 1310 Rockaway Parkway, Brooklyn Hours: Full Time 35 hours per week, Availability requires late afternoons, evenings and Saturdays. This position is 100% fully in-person. No remote work available Salary: $60,000 - 65,000 BCS partners with people to overcome obstacles on their pathway toward self-determination. Since 1866, founded on the principle of neighbors helping neighbors, BCS has worked in neighborhoods impacted by systemic poverty. Today, we continue to strengthen communities by fostering the educational success of children, the leadership development of youth, the employment and housing stability of adults, the advancement of individuals living with disabilities, and the empowerment of seniors and families. Our work is rooted in the struggle for social justice and through action and advocacy we commit to shine a light on barriers that perpetuate inequitable systems as a part of the collective effort to ignite change. BCS serves more than 20,000 people in 42+ programs through the work of approximately 400 staff and 900 volunteers. Position Overview: The Suicide Prevention Programs for Hispanic/Latino, black/African American, Asian American/Pacific Islander, American Indian/Alaskan Native and LGBTQI+ New York Youth and Young Adults. The Team Leader ensures an effective therapeutic milieu is established and ingrained in all aspects of the Suicide Prevention Program through the application of best practices in their work with youth and families. The primary role of this position is to establish a healthy relationship with each participant in the group and provide guidance, modeling, and opportunities for the youth as well as, independent living and parenting skills. Responsibilities: * Orient, train, and provide clinical and task supervision to program staff and interns including weekly individual and group supervision * Conduct assessments of clients per OMH and program policies and procedures * Manage interactions with clients to ensure an appropriate level of support is provided in an efficient manner * Provide crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and brief supportive counseling to young adults who are in emotional distress * Oversee responsibility for maintenance of individuals records, including timely documentation as required the Office of Mental Health * Act as member of an interdisciplinary treatment team including facilitation of weekly administrative, clinical, and utilization review meetings * Assist in managing day to day activities in the absence of the Program Director * Coordinate special projects related to treatment services, quality assurance, and intake * Develop training and guidance materials to ensure staff competence and program continuity * Provide direct individual and group clinical services and case management, as needed * Provide crisis management, as appropriate * Carry a twenty-four hour support cell phone in rotation with Program Director * Participate in agency-wide groups and meetings as required * Other tasks as may be required Qualifications Required: * Master of Arts, MSW or Masters in Mental Health Counseling * Two years post-graduate experience in mental health or closely related field * One year supervisory experience * Experience with group work and family work, and a commitment to working with young adults and their families. * Ability to work with culturally diversified individuals. * Ability to conduct training and on-going workshops; ability to plan events. * Must have knowledge and experience in child development, safety, and nutrition; adult learning principles, and family dynamics. * Must be a strong communicator and have the ability to motivate others. * Must have knowledge of community resources and skills to link families with appropriate agencies and services. * Ability to establish professional boundaries and engage in professional behaviors that emulate a high level of ethics and objective/non-judgmental approaches * Must undergo pre-employment screenings such as the Criminal Background Check required by DOHMH BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities

Job Description Company Overview: Health disparities among New Yorkers are large, persistent and increasing. Public Health Solutions (PHS) exists to change that trajectory and support vulnerable New York City families in achieving optimal health and building pathways to reach their potential. As the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City, we improve health outcomes and help communities thrive by providing services directly to vulnerable low-income families, supporting community-based organizations through our long-standing public-private partnerships, and bridging the gap between healthcare and community services. We focus on a wide range of public health issues including food and nutrition, health insurance, maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health, tobacco control, and HIV/AIDS. To learn more about our work, please visit healthsolutions.org. Program Description: PHS’ Community Health and Nutrition Access Program helps New York residents obtain free or low-cost health insurance coverage, apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, also known as Food Stamps), and through our WIC program, provides nutrition education sessions led by WIC nutritionists on healthy eating and physical activity, breastfeeding support, and eWIC cards to purchase nutritious foods. Our staff members are culturally and linguistically competent and identify with the communities they serve. They help clients navigate through what can be a complicated and confusing application process, step by step. Each year, we help over 22,000 people apply for or renew free or low-cost health insurance coverage, 14,000 people to apply for SNAP, and 35,000 eligible pregnant and nursing women and children up to five years of age to enroll in the New York State WIC (Women Infants and Children) Program. Position Summary: Under the general supervision of the ABD Sr. Program Manager and Director of Health Insurance Enrollment, Home Visitor Facilitated Enrollers will engage the aged, blind, and disabled (ABD) populations through home visits, outreach, and at community-based sites. This role will engage the ABD populations who are homebound and assist clients with the application process for public health insurance through home visits 5 days a week (including weekends per request) across the 5 NYC boroughs. Home Visitor Facilitated Enrollers will educate consumers about insurance options, benefits, length and terms of coverage and application process as well as about managed care, health plans, and primary/preventive care. They will also provide guidance to consumers on required documentation and assist consumers with health insurance applications. Duties and Responsibilities: • Educate consumers on the ABD Medicaid program and related programs that may be available to them under HRA/LDSS office., • Conduct home visits to assist consumers in completing the Medicaid application/ re-certification application by collecting applicable documents needed and by entering appropriate data onto the electronic Medicaid application., • Prepare home visiting schedules, manage appointment requests and ensure timely appointments for home visiting appointment requests., • Assist with the appropriate health insurance enrollment applications for NYSOH for anyone 64 and under such as Child Health Plus, Qualified Health Plans (QHPs) and Essential Health Plan (EP)., • Accurately complete and submit applications through NYSOH and Bluemark approved systems if Certified as In Person Assistor / Navigator., • Accurately complete and submit application for Aged, Blind and Disabled population thought State approved EDITS system., • Provide bilingual assistance to clients when needed., • Outreach and promote the ABD program to consumers and NYC Community Based Organizations and agencies through canvassing, tabling, and presentations throughout NYC., • Attend all mandatory trainings related to the FE-ABD program., • Perform any other duties that are relevant in achieving the goals of PHS., • Assist Managers and Senior Staff on special projects, as needed., • Associates degree or equivalent required., • Must be fluent in a second language (verbal & written) Spanish, or American Sign Language., • At least 2 years of experience working in a similar, client-based position (preferred)., • Experience working with seniors and individuals with a disability or vision impairment (preferred)., • Ability to work flexible hours, including evening and weekend hours as needed., • Proficient in Microsoft Office., • Dedicated to helping improve the lives of disenfranchised and marginalized communities., • Must be organized, detail oriented, and able to work independently., • Excellent team player with the ability to work collaboratively both internally and externally and engage in consensus-based decision making., • Experience working with Medicaid (preferred)., • Ability to lift and carry 20 lbs., • Ability to travel within the 5 NYC boroughs, • Hybrid Work Schedule., • Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays, • An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision., • Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits., • Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage., • 403(b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions., • College Savings Plan. We look forward to learning more about you! PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and veterans.

Job Description BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention. BronxWorks Homebase assists more than 3600 households with housing retention and stabilization services in the South Bronx. We achieve this by providing services to include case management, public benefits advocacy, referrals to available resources, mediation, and financial literacy workshops. BronxWorks is seeking a highly motivated Homeless Prevention Case Manager to join our Homebase team. As a case manager, you will play a critical role in helping individuals and families at risk of homelessness stay stably housed or relocate to stable housing. Your responsibilities will include screening and assessing client needs and developing strategic interventions to stabilize clients' housing. You will be expected to engage clients, assess for program and/or subsidy eligibility, develop service plans, conduct Housing Court advocacy, document progress, complete virtual/in person unit inspections, and follow up with external parties. You will connect clients with resources like rental arrears assistance, public benefits and housing vouchers. You will manage a caseload of approximately 40-45 clients in various stages of a housing crisis. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, display an ability to multi-task, be flexible to programmatic change and adapt accordingly, be extremely organized, and be adept at working with multiple software platforms. We are looking for a desire to work with an at-risk population, strong assessment and analytical skills, and excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Our team offers a collaborative work environment, with a standard Monday-to-Friday schedule and the potential for one work-from-home day per week, offering flexibility and work-life balance. We also offer a competitive starting salary, recognizing the value of your skills and experience. If you're passionate about making a difference in the Bronx community, we encourage you to apply. Please note that only resumes with cover letters will be considered. RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide homeless prevention case management services to households in the South Bronx., • Perform initial intake assessments for clients and their families, as well as periodic reassessments including developing and updating comprehensive service plans., • Review all documentation to determine clients’ eligibility for program, and maintain both physical and digital folders., • Assist clients in completing all BronxWorks Homebase Program intake applications and forms., • Refer clients to appropriate services not limited to within BronxWorks., • Follow up with clients and referral agencies to track engagement and progress., • Conduct home visits and inspections to assess clients’ living conditions (in person and/or virtually)., • Enter client information and progress updates into designated database systems., • Support clients in overcoming barriers to achieving their goals and in building self-advocacy skills toward selfsufficiency., • Conduct outreach and community engagement efforts to recruit new clients., • Recommend and implement strategies to encourage client participation throughout all processes., • Monitor and document clients’ progress toward their goals via regularly scheduled calls and/or face-to-face home/office visits., • Recommend case closure when clients have either met their goals and maintained stability, disengaged from services, or are found ineligible., • Meet assigned daily/weekly/monthly performance targets in alignment with funder/agency requirements., • Prepare and submit applications for subsidies, transfers, benefit applications, referrals, and financial assistance as needed., • Provide accurate data and documentation for required program reports on a weekly/monthly/quarterly and annual basis., • Accompany client to medical and/or entitlement appointments, if requested., • Work with landlords/management companies to assist clients in resolving their housing crisis., • Bachelor’s degree in social work or another related field of study., • Bilingual language skills are preferred., • Strong oral and written communication, time management, and organizational skills are necessary., • Participate in both internal and external training., • Complete annual certifications (Mental Health, Mandated reporter)., • Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods., • Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds., • Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time., • Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required to conduct home visits and/or fieldwork., • Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents., • Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation., • Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work. BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact .

Job Description HANAC, Inc., originally founded by George Douris as the Hellenic American Neighborhood Action Committee, is a New York City-based multi-faceted social services organization. Established in 1972, HANAC was created to serve the needs of vulnerable populations throughout New York City. The Learn and Earn Program supports high school juniors and seniors by providing guidance, paid internships, career planning, tutoring, college preparation, and leadership development opportunities. The Part-time Case Manager will be responsible for ensuring that participants successfully navigate the program by providing individualized support, case management, counseling, and referrals. This role involves conducting assessments, monitoring participant progress, and helping them overcome barriers to employment and education. The Case Manager will work closely with program staff, schools, employers, and community partners to ensure participants receive the necessary support to graduate, gain employment, or pursue higher education. Key Program Goals: • Support youth in achieving work readiness, job skills, and social development, • Ensure a safe and structured learning and work environment, • Adhere to program policies and compliance requirements, • Provide individualized support and case management services, • Maintain detailed records and assist with programmatic reporting Rate of Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 2 pm - 6 pm. Schedule is TBD and subject to change. Work Location: Q258 Energy Tech High School 36-41 28th St, Long Island City, NY 11106 Responsibilities: • Conduct outreach, intake, and enrollment to ensure program retention, • Develop and facilitate career exploration, work readiness, and life skills workshop, • Provide individualized counseling and career coaching to participants, • Maintain a caseload of enrolled youth, tracking their progress in the DYCD system, • Assist participants in developing Individual Service Strategies (ISS) to map out educational and career goals, • Monitor and document case notes, participant progress, and follow-ups, • Work closely with school guidance counselors, teachers, and other stakeholders to support participants, • Provide referrals to community-based organizations for additional services, • Organize guest panels, community service projects, mentorship activities, and field trips (e.g., college tours, employer site visits), • Monitor participants during internships, collecting timesheets and work documentation, • Ensure timely milestone tracking (e.g., post-secondary education, employment, apprenticeship, military enrollment) and submit required documentation, • Conduct regular check-ins with program participants to ensure engagement and completion, • Assist with incident reporting and notify the Program Director of any concerns, • Complete Basecamp check-ins twice per day to update on participant progress and case management tasks, • Attend staff meetings and professional development training, • Must have a bachelor's degree in social work or a related field and experience working with City systems such as public assistance, child welfare, education, and housing; or Minimum two years’ experience working with at-risk inner-city youth., • An associate’s degree and experience working with City systems such as public assistance, child welfare, education, and housing; or, • At least 2-3 years of experience in case management, workforce development, education, or youth services, • Experience working with city systems such as public assistance, child welfare, education, and housing, • Experience counseling youth in employment, college preparation, and leadership development, • Strong organizational, communication, and administrative skills, • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Suite, and database management, • Knowledge of Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) or other workforce programs preferred 8rF9bD0F90