Summary from listing
The Client Support Specialist assists Independent Living Specialists in securing supportive housing for clients, escorts clients to medical, benefits, and housing appointments, maintains client records in CARES and AWARDS, compiles reports, researches resources, coordinates with housing providers, and provides psychoeducational groups and emergency first aid or CPR assistance. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of experience with homeless, mentally ill, or MICA populations, client advocacy skills, communication and computer proficiency, and CPR training or willingness to take training; a BA/BS degree, liaison experience, and knowledge of the New York supportive housing system are preferred. It is a full-time 37.5-hour position with health and dental benefits.
