The Developmental Disabilities Division believes that our role in supporting people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is to live meaningful lives as determined by the person.  All persons shall live a life with dignity conforming to each personal value system.  Our philosophy is for the people we serv e to be part of the community,  to live fulfilling lives driven by their choices and to be as independent as possible. Our mission is to accomplish this with well-trained staff, access to the quality health care, clinical supports, and a clean and safe home.     The  Shift  Supervisor  is  responsible  for  ensuring  that  people  supported  have  the  support  and resources necessary to live meaningful  lives, and that they align with their needs and aspirations within their respective program and communities. He/she/they will monitor and ensure active adherence to the all plans for each person supported with intellectual/developmental disabilities. The Shift Supervisor will ensure proper supports are in place and necessary resources are made available   to  Direct  Support  Professionals   to  ensure  proper  adherence   to  person  supported scheduled of activities.  The Shift Supervisor serves as a role model to staff and people supported and will help to develop best practices to support both the person supported and Direct Support Professional.   This position is located Decatur Street IRA in Brooklyn, NY . The salary is $18.oo per hour.     ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Person Centered Planning - Ensures that a person-centered focus is used to provide care and support by all staff who work within the program actively seeking out different approaches. - Promotes the independence and self-determination of individuals, utilizing person-centered practices that focus on the individuals’ strengths and preferences while simultaneously addressing their needs. - Promotes participation in activities of meaningful daily living, such as vocation, recreation, volunteerism, engagement. - Ensures a positive climate that promotes respect and dignity for people supported. - Provides opportunities for people support to personalize their environment, schedule and experiences in program. - Supports the person’s independence, choice and outcomes.  - Provides prompt, efficient, and personalized support to meet requirements, requests, and concerns. - Additional responsibilities as deemed necessary and appropriate by the Vice President of Day Services or designee. - Supports the mission, vision, values of S:US.   Regulatory - Provide habilitation services to each client as prescribed in their service plans (CFA, Individual Service plan, Habilitation plan). - Responsible for overall functioning of the facility during the absence of the Program Director. - In the absence of the Program Director, supervises and instructs all Direct Support Professionals on shift. - Responsible for people supported and agency funds and expenditures during shift (petty cash, recreation etc.). - Ensures coverage of a shift when a Direct Support Professional is absent. - Acts as a functioning member of the staff, meeting the needs of the people supported - Responsible for the physical condition of the program including agency vehicles; ensuring that they are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. - Participates in staff meetings, supervisors’ workshops, interdisciplinary team (IDT) and committee meetings. - Channels approved information pertaining to staff and agency to Program Specialists. - Provides supervisory counseling and discipline to Direct Support Professionals as necessary - Identifies facility needs and makes the relevant staff aware. - Ensure optimal utilization of the resources available in order to achieve efficiencies.   Quality Improvement - Carries out policies and procedures of SUS, in accordance with OPWDD and other funding sources. - Reports all incidents, ensuring consistent adherence to OPWDD and agency policies - Assesses and monitors staff productivity on an ongoing basis. - Responds appropriately to community, family and agency contacts. - Maintains, develops and supports the person support to staff assignment - Monitors Direct Support Professional’s time sheets on an as-needed basis. - Ensure fire drill completion on shift.  

    S:US  Is seeking a Housing Specialist for their men's shelter in Brooklyn     This program is located at 1000 Blake Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11208.   SCOPE OF ROLE:   The Housing Specialist is responsible for Housing duties related to all residents’ needs.    ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Interviews clients to assess their present housing needs and status and submits appropriate applications to community resources. - Conducts groups to discuss available housing options, how to secure an apartment and how to handle issues related to housing. - Accompanies residents to housing interviews, housing fairs, and to complete housing applications when necessary. - Provides housing resources (i.e. phone numbers to landlords, housing programs, etc) to clients and acts as a liaison between landlords and clients. - Refers residents to get PPD and physicals completed within two weeks of their entrance into the facility. - Obtains an accurate history of client’s housing situation to assess what services are needed. - Facilitates Tier II interviews and acts as a liaison between Tier II shelter and shelters clients. - Submits housing applications for all housing programs available (i.e. Section 8, and NYCHA). - Handles requests for extensions to be submitted to HRA - Refers residents to Public Assistance and monitor their compliance with HRA and the ADVENT program. - Negotiates, assesses and assists client needs with respect to benefits and follows the resident’s case from entry to discharge - Assists and escorts residents in going to HRA/social service agency appointments when necessary. - Participates and attends staff, service plan review and clinical team meetings. - Maintains and ensures completion of accurate records and progress notes in client chart. - Other duties as assigned        

S:US is seeking a Residential Specialist for our families with children shelter located in the Bronx. This position is located at 246 Echo Place Bronx, NY 10457 The Residential Specialist is responsible for providing a warm ,compassionate welcome to new shelter residents. You will be tasked  with  promoting person-centered services, focusing on supporting the independence of the people we serve.  You will manage the primary coverage in the building 24 hours a day 7 days a week, 365 days a year and at times functioning independently using your judgement to guarantee the safety of the people we serve and the building. The ideal candidate will  be a person of character with humility ,integrity and can communicate skillfully with empathy and honesty.     ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Conduct regular scheduled rounds to ensure safety and residents wellbeing. - Enter activity log information and shift notes in a timely fashion and accurate manner. - Complete necessary admissions paperwork. - Assist in escorting residents to services and activities outside of the facility, such as clinics, income maintenance centers and housing referral. - Meet with Shift Supervisor for individual and group supervision. - Planning, implementing and/or researching self-care and other social activities for residents conduct Resident Support groups - Meet with case managers on regular basis to assist in assigned tasks. - Provide initial orientation to program. - Provide administrative support in areas of office coverage, telephone and clerical work, food services. - Understand and follow emergency procedures, including fire drills. - Perform other duties as assigned by Shift Supervisor and Program Director. - Attend job related trainings and agency meetings as necessary. - Provide meal coordination    

 SCOPE OF ROLE:  The position is responsible for administration and management of NY START Therapeutic In - Home Services.     II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:   - Provide support to a person has difficulty with new environments or transitions and have rarely been away from home - Provide immediate in-home stabilization services due to an acute need or stress - Follow-up to center admission to assist with generalizing skills learned to the home environment - On-site training and consultation is needed for caregivers. - Provides active coaching and support - Assessment, data collection and analysis - Must be familiar with Cross Systems Plan for the individuals they serve - Travel to and from the identified location supports will be provided - Take all necessary documentation and materials - Facilitate the completion of therapeutic activities outlined in the In-Home Supports Activity schedule and having a positive, attentive and therapeutic demeanor to ensure the interaction is successful - Complete all documentation and providing to In-home team leader - Provide de-escalation and intervention services for individuals displaying emergency behavioral health concerns  

Turn your passion for helping others into a fulfilling career at one of New York City’s most respected disability services organizations.   Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities in living their best life in a safe environment. Join our team to start your career in social services while learning from the best experts in the field.   This opportunity is available at our program located in Midtown Manhattan. You must be available to travel within Manhattan. Transportation reimbursement will be provided. We are also seeking bilingual ( Spanish - English )  candidates for this program. Position salary - $17.00 per hour    • Assists each consumer in skill development in areas such as independent living, adaptive behaviors, socialization, recreation and activities of daily living. • Supervises consumers in the community, using various experiences to reinforce skills being taught in group session while ensuring their safety. • Leads group sessions with consumers and facilitate the discussions to provide learning skills to be used in their community. • Provides annual and semi-annual progress reports regarding valued outcomes. • Assesses the needs of lower functioning and/or non-verbal consumers through observations and evaluations; their valued outcomes will be developed and addressed. • Provides input and ensures compliance with the valued outcomes in the ISP and Day Habilitation Plan. • Provides weekly documentation of outcomes being worked towards with each individual in accordance with his/her Day Habilitation Plan.   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

WELLNESS COACHES (CASE MANAGERS) at Melrose North Program Salary rate: Min $50k, Max $55k annually.   Melrose North - Bronx NY   SCOPE OF ROLE: The Wellness Coach will assist agency consumers with accessing needed community services (medical, psychological, substance abuse, vocational, food, clothing, etc.) through the development of a referral network, referral and follow up   ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Provide case management to assigned caseload - Develop and monitor individual service plans in conjunction with agency consumers - Assist agency consumers with problem solving and crisis intervention - Accompany agency consumers on medical, psychiatric, and public benefit appointments, as necessary - Act as advocate for consumer as appropriate; encourage and support self-advocacy - Identification of any problems in daily living skills; hands on assistance and/or referral in addressing problems in daily living skills - Support Facilities Management staff in ensuring maintenance of apartment standards as outlined by SUS and OMH - Supportive counseling to agency consumers as needed - Regular home visits and hospital visits, as necessary - Maintenance of a strong working relationship with all therapeutic support services to ensure the best quality of care - Documentation of all services in compliance with agency standards - Assist with moves with consumers and staff; also include lifting, packing and cleaning - Work as a member of the social service team in the development of off-site recreation, socialization, educational and skill building activities with a view towards community inclusion and integration - Liaison to community-based services and groups including civic, social service government, and business organizations - Participate in ongoing individual and group supervision, team meetings, case conferences, division meetings and trainings - Adhere to on call cell phone system to facilitate crisis intervention, emergencies and other situations that require immediate action - Other duties as assigned

SCOPE OF ROLE: The Registered Nurse will work on OMH care team/s with mental health professionals assisting clients in transition from hospitals back to the community. The team will follow individuals into the community using the evidence-based Critical Time Intervention model of care to ensure that they become both linked and engaged with identified community providers and that their support network is sufficient to meet their needs. The Registered Nurse is responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as medical case management, referrals, health teaching (this might include group education) and counseling. The nurse will provide interventions supportive to or restorative of life and well-being; and execute medical regimens prescribed by a physician, PNP or another licensed health care provider. The role will require limited on call coverage.     ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Complete medical assessments and Communicable Disease Risk Assessments within mandated time frames - Coordinate delivery and reception of medications with pharmacy - Track all medications received and administered as well as coordinate return of unused medications to pharmacy - Observe self-administration of medications for detoxification according to established protocols - Refer for required medical services - Carry out urine screenings in accordance with program policy - Provide education and consultation to individual clients and/or groups on their health needs - Assess clients’ medical record and coordinate medical care with medical director and/or outside clinics - Assure clients’ compliance with prescribe medical regimen - Complete timely and accurate documentation on medical services rendered - Keep supervisor informed of all relevant information regarding the residents and the program - Other duties as requested by supervisor The salary min $90,000 to max $95,000.    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  

Turn your passion for helping others into a fulfilling career at one of New York City’s most respected disability services organizations.   Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is hiring Shift Supervisors to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities in living their best life in a safe environment. Join our team to start your career in social services while learning from the best experts in the field.   S:US offers: Flexible scheduling and boasts a 10-percent internal promotion rate organization-wide!   This opportunity is available at our program located on Barbey Street in Brooklyn, NY . This position has a maxiuim salary of $18.00 per hour.     The Shift Supervisor will monitor and ensure that active treatment is provided to individuals with developmental disabilities ensuring consumer safety and respect of consumer rights.   Responsibilities: - Supervise and instruct all Direct Support Specialists on shift - Responsible for overall functioning of the facility during the absence of the Program Director and Assistant Program Director. - Responsible for the physical condition of the residence including agency vehicles; ensuring they are maintained in a safe and sanitary condition - Responsible for client and agency funds and expenditures during shift (petty cash, client monies, clothing monies, recreation etc.) - Ensure appropriate follow-up to medication administration during shifts and after client medical appointments 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

Turn your passion for helping others into a fulfilling career at one of New York City’s most respected disability services organizations.   Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities in living their best life in a safe environment. Join our team to start your career in social services while learning from the best experts in the field.   S:US offers: Flexible scheduling, 1199 union benefits, and boasts a 10-percent internal promotion rate organization-wide!   The minimum and maximum salary for this position is $17.00 per hour. Overtime is eligible.   This opportunity is available at our program located on East 34th Street in Brooklyn, NY.   Responsibilities: - Provide habilitation services to each client as prescribed in that client’s service plans (CFA, Individual Service plan, Habilitation plan) - Assist each client, as needed, in skill development in areas such as activities of daily living, domestic living, recreation and socialization - With appropriate training and supervision, administer medication to clients as assigned and in compliance with management, medical and nursing policies and procedures - Ensure assigned clients’ nutritional needs are met according to prescribed diet, and assist with feeding as necessary - Report immediately any observed/known deficiencies or own inability in providing habilitation services to clients, as well as all types of abuse and other facility problems, including physical plant/safety issues to management   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 seeking a Employment Specialist for their families with children shelter loacated in the Bronx.   This position is located at 240 East 178th Street, Bronx, NY 10457.   The Employment Specialist provides vocational services and consultation as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Familiar with Federal, State and Local laws and regulations as they apply to the community residence program and agency policies - Provides vocational services and consultation as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. visits clients in their home and other settings required. - Familiar with OMH regulations - Responsible for integrating vocational goals and services - Provides aid and assistance through all phases of the vocational service provision - Performing routine clinical services as a member of the Team  - Responsible for charting client services - Responsible Vocational portion or all of creating the service plan - Responsible for integrating vocational goals and services with the tasks of all the team members - Responsible for ensuring revisions to the plan as the participant’s needs change - Advocating for the rights and preferences of the participant whenever possible - Responsible for creating a monthly spreadsheet with names of tenants and their employment status - Follow-up quarterly with all employed tenants - Assist with making monthly contact with tenant as needed - Participate in bi-weekly monthly meeting - Participate in monthly supervision to address any work-related tasks or concerns - Other duties as assigned

SCOPE OF ROLE: The ENGAGE Clinical Coordinator will lead a team of “can-do” people who continually challenge the status quo, merging cutting-edge innovation with groundbreaking research to decrease disparities in mental health and substance use problems by utilizing technology and training to provide high quality and accessible mental health assessments, immediate care, and referrals, as well as promote financial wellness among vulnerable populations. The Clinical Coordinator will be based at an integrated OASAS 822 and Article 31 Outpatient Mental Health Clinic serving adults living with substance use disorders and mental illness; including clinical program development, supervision, training and evaluation of professional staff.   Salary $80,000 - $87,000 Location: East Harlem   ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assists in establishing effective and efficient operations in accordance with ENGAGE regulations. • Lead in the clinical coordination of ENGAGE Community Mental Wellness Workers (CMWW). • Work collaboratively with the Project Coordinator on establishing workflows, developing initiatives, and mental health curriculums for staff. • Conducts clinical supervision of CMMW Outreach Specialists. • Directly supervises data reporting from the Team Leaders utilizing the Columbia Tool. • Work with the Columbia ENGAGE Team on Social Determinants of Health component of research that is relevant to served populations. • Issue clinical recommendations to Program Coordinator to ensure proper compliance of program guidelines. • Build relationships with S:US programs to develop inter-agency cross-collaboration. • Pending IPC Supervisory certification, provide counsel and expert advice to the Director and other staff for quality and performance improvement. • Actively monitors the integrity of consumer data; responsible for the reliability and accuracy of clinical data housed by S:US' Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Practice Management software; documents all services in accordance with S:US policies, OMH and OASAS regulations and all relevant federal laws; maintains the strict confidentiality of consumers currently engaged in or formerly a recipient of treatment services. • In coordination with relevant members of the SUS management team, conducts outreach and marketing to potential referral sources internal and external to SUS; active liaison with community service providers, hospitals, and other prospective referral sources is may be required. • Coordinates care with SUS nurse practitioners, psychiatrists and administrative staff; closely coordinates with clinicians external to SUS as appropriate. • Assist in managing client crises and onsite and offsite emergencies. • Perform other tasks as assigned.

S:US Is seeking a Director of Social Services for their adult families' shelter in Manhattan.   This position is located at 12 East 31 Street New York, NY 10016.     The Director of Social Services will manage and monitor daily program operations of a mental health shelter based on city, state, and federal regulatory requirements and DHS contractual requirements.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Plans, schedules, organizes, directs, and oversees the provision of all clinical services. - Provides supervisory oversight and training to the Senior Service Coordinators, Entitlements Specialist, Housing Specialist and Program Nurse. - Ensures the collaboration between the Senior Service Coordinators, Entitlements Specialist, Housing Specialist and Program Nurse around coordination of services/case management, barriers to services, and community-based referrals for job skills training, education, and employment as well as progression/regression of consumer behavior, mental health, chemical dependency, and any other issues that may present barriers to housing, employment, and job skills training.  - Meets weekly with the Program Nurse and Psychiatrist to coordinate the psychiatric and medical care of Shelter Residents. - Reviews all admissions and intake screenings. - Monitors daily census reports. - Develops groups, workshops, and recreational activities that will foster consumer self-sufficiency and self-determination, recovery, relapse prevention, daily living skills, socialization skills, and overall wellness.    - Monitors and oversees the assignment of caseloads, group and activity facilitation, housing and job placements, job skills training placements, and referrals for community based social services. - Monitors and oversees the results of room/dorm visits/inspections to assess consumer personal hygiene, room cleanliness, and overall ADL skills. - Responsible for Incident Management, crisis intervention, and all related documentation. - Assists in overseeing and managing building evacuation during fire drills and building emergencies. - Monitors program effectiveness, compliance and consumer outcomes, including but not limited to, productivity standards, reporting to management and funding source/s. - Monitors the establishment and maintenance of linkages with community-based job skills training and education programs in order to build a referral base for consumers to secure job skills training and education. - Monitors the establishment and maintenance of linkages with mental health, primary health care, and substance abuse service providers. - Monitors the establishment of linkages and maintenance of solid working relationships with supportive housing providers, real estate brokers, managing agents, and landlords as a resource for consumers. - Attends staff meetings, case conferences, trainings, and management meetings when needed. - Acts as primary liaison for Care Coordination team and other departments within facility. - Monitors documentation for quality and timely completion; reviews and monitors the development of all Individual Living Plans and ensures they are updated every 30 days. - Develop plans for follow up with program graduates to monitor status for up to one year with documentation of same. - Provides direct services as needed and appropriate. - Complies with and enforces all SUS Employee Policies, Procedures, and Protocols, SUS Corporate Compliance Policies, NYC - DHS and NYS Dept. of Social Services Rules, Regulations, and Statutes.  - Performs other duties as assigned.

SCOPE OF ROLE: To provide nursing services as a member of a mobile multi-disciplinary treatment team.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Conducts physical health assessments. - Assesses the health needs of participants and makes the appropriate referrals to community based medical care - Manages and administers intramuscular injections and/or supply medications to consumers as prescribed by psychiatrist. - Provides a range of treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to the participants. - Meets regularly with each participant to assess health status - Provides health management education - Review treatment and medication history - Communicates with the participant’s primary medical provider to coordinate medical treatment - When necessary refers them to appropriate services as determined as a result of their assessment. - Advocate on behalf of participants regarding medical treatment as needed - Provide training to program staff on disease, treatment options, and new advances in disease management. - Work with consumers in filling prescriptions and coordinating appointments as needed. - Maintain CPR/First Aid Certification. - Maintain up to date, accurate, complete, and timely consumer chart documentation. - Attend staff meetings, case conferences, group supervision, and trainings as needed. - Responsibility for documentation of services provided particularly in development of service plans. - Responsible for ensuring and documenting revisions to the plan as the participant’s needs change - Advocating for the rights and preferences of the participant whenever possible    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   IND1 #CB

SCOPE OF ROLE: Provide quality cleanliness oversight to assigned building(s). This role is for scatter site program in Brooklyn.  ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Maintain cleanliness in assigned areas within the facility. This includes but is not limited to: floor care (mopping, sweeping, buffing, stripping and waxing), cleaning bathrooms, emptying trash, separating recyclables, emptying garbage, wiping windows and walls, and cleaning stairways. - Carry out minor repairs and building maintenance throughout assigned areas of the facility. - Responsible for exterior snow and ice removal as well as upkeep of the grounds. This includes but is not limited to sidewalk maintenance, maintaining landscaping, and all other aspects of the building exterior. - Assist Staff with special events by setting the chairs and tables up for use making sure the area is clean and safe for all - Maintain building maintenance tools and machinery to ensure that all items are in good working condition. - If Program does not have a superintendent, Responsible for ordering cleaning supplies, paper supplies, lightbulbs, garbage bags, etc. and maintaining biweekly inventory. - Assist in moving and storing program supplies, office furniture, office equipment, dorm furniture, consumer belongings, and other items in and around the facility when and where appropriate. - Comply with all SUS Employee Policies, Procedures and Protocols SUS Cooperate Compliance Policies - Willing to assist when EMERGENCIES arise in the Facility - Must wear SUS maintenance uniform and must maintain uniform so that it is clean and presentable at the start of each shift. - Complete other tasks assigned by Director or Superintendent - Attend staff meetings, group supervision, and trainings as needed.  - Assist with apartment turn over following move outs to prepare apartments for new families, this includes plastering, sanding walls and painting; transporting resident and property to new apartment/unit. - Assist Super with the maintenance of the building The hourly rate min is $17.57 and the max $17.57. Part-time role -  Monday - Friday 10 am - 2 pm OR Monday - Thursday 10 am - 3 pm 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

The Intake Specialist will; - Screens and assesses applicants applying for emergency shelter, SUS/Palladia Veterans Services & Homebase. - Serves as the primary initial SUS contact point for Veterans and their families. - Navigates applicants for program services through intake process, documentation standards and necessary supports.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS - Schedule and conduct intake and follow-up appointments with program applicants, including screenings via telephone, in person, and in the field at Department of Homeless Services (DHS) installations, homeless shelters and other outreach/recruitment locations. - Understand and communicate the programs’ eligibility and admission criteria. - Demonstrate sound understanding of Homebase and Veterans Division programs. - Assess households’ immediate service needs, providing referrals when necessary for immediate services. - Document intake screenings and maintain records for each applicant and enrolled participant in both DHS CARES and AWARDS systems. - Collect required documentation for program enrollment and scan documents for digital archiving. - Assist applicants with obtaining necessary documentation for program enrollment. - Notify Veteran households of intake decisions. - Provide referrals for Veterans services both in-house and for external supports. - Develop strong linkages with referring workers and agencies. - Assemble intake reports including spreadsheets to summarize data. - Participate in team meetings. - Prepare formal letters and enclosures for distribution to applicants and referral sources.     - Respond to information requests from internal SUS staff and DHS. - Maintain close contact with participants and staff. - Participate in SUS Veterans Service Fair(s) and other company events. - Completion of other tasks as assigned by manager.

S:US is seeking a Peer Specialist for our men's shelter in Brooklyn.   This position is located at 599 Ralph Avenue Brooklyn, NY 12233.     SCOPE OF ROLE: Experience in providing advocacy services to people who have a mental health diagnosis, history of homeless and/or substance use diagnosis. Past or current recipient of mental health, substance services or homeless services. Must be able to utilize Word, Excel, Outlook, and the ability to write professional clinical notes.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Interface with representatives from Probation/ Parole in order to encourage consumer compliance with requirements and facilitate communication. • Act as an advocate for consumers as appropriate; encourage and support self‐ advocacy. • Develop and facilitate a peer support group for agency consumers. • Develop, with consumers, individualized strategies for reducing the negative consequences of drug use and not taking medication for mental illness. • Provide outreach intervention and referral services through the distribution of materials, information, education and prevention messages to consumers in their homes and/or in group settings. • Promote problem solving and decision‐making skill development, particularly in the areas of drug use, sexual risk reduction, and medical treatment. • Strong attention to detail • Effectively communicates with others in writing and verbally • Works independently • Provides flexible evening, night, weekend and holiday coverage    

S:US is seeking a Peer Specialist for our men's shelter in Brooklyn.   This position is located at 1000 Blake Avenue Brooklyn, NY 10028.     SCOPE OF ROLE: Experience in providing advocacy services to people who have a mental health diagnosis, history of homeless and/or substance use diagnosis. Past or current recipient of mental health, substance services or homeless services. Must be able to utilize Word, Excel, Outlook, and the ability to write professional clinical notes.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Interface with representatives from Probation/ Parole in order to encourage consumer compliance with requirements and facilitate communication. • Act as an advocate for consumers as appropriate; encourage and support self‐ advocacy. • Develop and facilitate a peer support group for agency consumers. • Develop, with consumers, individualized strategies for reducing the negative consequences of drug use and not taking medication for mental illness. • Provide outreach intervention and referral services through the distribution of materials, information, education and prevention messages to consumers in their homes and/or in group settings. • Promote problem solving and decision‐making skill development, particularly in the areas of drug use, sexual risk reduction, and medical treatment. • Strong attention to detail • Effectively communicates with others in writing and verbally • Works independently • Provides flexible evening, night, weekend and holiday coverage    

Turn your passion for helping others into a fulfilling career at one of New York City’s most respected disability services organizations.   Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support people with intellectual/developmental disabilities in living their best life in a safe environment. Join our team to start your career in social services while learning from the best experts in the field.   This opportunity is available at our program located in Midtown Manhattan. You must be available to travel within Manhattan. Transportation reimbursement will be provided. We are also seeking bilingual ( Spanish - English )  candidates for this program. Position salary - $17.00 per hour    • Assists each consumer in skill development in areas such as independent living, adaptive behaviors, socialization, recreation and activities of daily living. • Supervises consumers in the community, using various experiences to reinforce skills being taught in group session while ensuring their safety. • Leads group sessions with consumers and facilitate the discussions to provide learning skills to be used in their community. • Provides annual and semi-annual progress reports regarding valued outcomes. • Assesses the needs of lower functioning and/or non-verbal consumers through observations and evaluations; their valued outcomes will be developed and addressed. • Provides input and ensures compliance with the valued outcomes in the ISP and Day Habilitation Plan. • Provides weekly documentation of outcomes being worked towards with each individual in accordance with his/her Day Habilitation Plan.   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