Services for the UnderServed (S:US) isseeking a Senior Diversion Specialist for their homeless prevention program.

This position is located at 400-430 East 30 Street New York, NY 10035.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Coordinate intake and referral process for adult diversions at DHS identified shelters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess shelter applicants directly referred from single and adult family intake centers and serve as the first point of contact.
• Promote linkage development and monitor the effectiveness of linkages with other housing service providers.
• Provide service description and overview to prepare participants for other housing options other than shelter.
•  Review documentation of diversion and non-diversion clients before submission to the supervisor.
•  Act as the liaison between the shelter Director and Diversion Supervisor.
• Maintain regular contact and complete requested tasks from the Diversion Program Supervisor, Homebase Program Supervisor, Homebase Assistant Program. Director, and Homebase Program Director.
•  Enter and maintain referral and intake information in a timely manner.
• Explore alternatives to shelter (reuniting with family/friends, return to previous living situation, refer to relevant treatment facilities, etc.)
•  Develop individualized housing plan (also referred to as an Initial Service Plan).
•  Conduct home visits as needed.
•  Provide general case management including coordination and delivery of services relating to housing stability.
•   Entitlement referral and advocacy.
•  Meet with participants as needed for follow-up and recommendations.
•   Meet daily targeted quota for program.
•   Assist participants in identifying, locating, obtaining, and retaining suitable housing.
•   Participate in meetings to promote the program.
•  Cultivate, develop and maintain productive relationships with referral agencies that are related to retaining housing and service providers.
•  Actively participate in internal and external training programs and committees.
•  Ensure program participants’ rights are protected.
• The essential functions of the job include but are not limited to the job description.  Tasks may be modified, expanded and or assigned over time.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Service or related field or,
  High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 2 years applicable experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• The candidate should be able to read documents for analytical purposes such as computer information, software, computer graphic design programs, etc
• Limited applications of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination

Benefits Overview: We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance; 403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays’

                                                                                                  S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others.  We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values:  respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. 

S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Director of Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@sus.org