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 homelessness prevention
BronxWorks provides permanent supportive housing with an array of social services to more than 400 formerly chronically unhoused individuals and families throughout the Bronx. We strive to break the cycle of homelessness with personalized, wraparound support, empowering individuals and families to rebuild their lives with stability, dignity, and hope.
Qualifications (education, professional certifications or licenses, experience, proficiencies)
Proficiencyin modern business communications including personal computers, electronic mail, voicemail,facsimileand copier equipment
Bachelor’s degree in social work or another related field ofstudy
One year of case management or relevant work experience preferred
Engagement and detailed oriented skills are essential
Proficiencyin Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology isrequired
Strong oral and written communication, timemanagementand organizational skills
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Maintaining a caseload of 14-18 individuals with chronic homelessness history
Monitor and document client progress towards Treatment plan goals
Conduct regular case conferences with clients and service providers as needed
Conduct monthly home visits for caseload and field work with clients when needed
Assistwith managing and directing allwalk-inclients
Maintain familiarity with agency and city resources available to clients
Document progress notes for all encounters and services provided to clients
Participate in regularmeetings, trainings and weekly supervisionwith supervisor and other support staff
Opportunities for clinical work through intensive case management, crisiscounselingand substance abuse counseling
Opportunities to provide group counseling
Opportunities to earn LCSW and LMCH qualifying licensing hours
Performadditionalduties as assigned
Program Specific Responsibilities
Completing ongoing Treatment Plans and Assessments for caseload
Coordinate and connect clients to variety of medical, mental health and behavioral health physicians and services
Assessing ongoing eligibility for various entitlements and resources for caseload
Meeting monthly reporting requirements includingtimelydocumentation and engagement with full caseload
Assistingclients with Representative Payee services including budgeting and financial education
Assistingclients with Medication Monitoring on a daily, weekly, or as needed basis
Skills/Abilities
Strong writing and oral communication skills
Strong presentation skills and ability torepresentthe agency at functions and meetings
Ability to collect and analyze client demographics and outcome
Excellent organizational and teambuilding skills
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 forlong periodsof time
Ability to climb five flights of stairs, ifrequiredto 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, ifrequiredto 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 hrbenefits@bronxworks.org .