Peer Specialist - Upper Manhattan 94th St

Praxis Housing Initiatives, Inc (www.praxishousing.org).

Many of our fellow New Yorkers face daily hurdles such as housing instability, living with severe health problems such as HIV/AIDS, mental health issues, domestic violence and addiction disorderSince 1995, Praxis has helped New Yorkers transform their lives by providing transitional and permanent supportive housing with a comprehensive array of onsite support services that help lead to stability and independence. Since opening our first shelter in 1995, Praxis Housing has grown considerably. Currently Praxis operates 6 transitional shelters, 2 scatter site programs and has developed/constructed/ and is the service provider for 2 permanent supportive housing programs for formerly homeless individuals/families that meet NY/NYIII criteria.

Title: Peer Specialist (outreach workers)

Supervisor: Program Directors

Category: Full time - non exempt

Duties:

Canvas 10 block radius of assigned Praxis Housing Shelter, to intervene and address any public nuisance complaints with identified homeless person assigned to Praxis operated shelter. Discourage loitering, pan handling of homeless persons in the area. Contact DHS Mobile outreach units to report homeless persons in need of placement, medical and mental health assistance. Dispense hand out prepared meals onsite to residents residing in the shelter, keep record of meals handed out. Dispose of food container, keep refrigeration and microwave ovens clean, maintain common areas as needed. Meets with case management team, and provide input when needed; engages client assigned to the shelter and provide guidance and advice as needed. Engage with clients during meal times outreach door to door to encourage and promote onsite supportive groups and recreational activities. Promote smoke free, and drug free environment. Escort and assist clients to HRA, Social Security Administration and Housing interviews, as needed. Attends community resident meetings as assigned.

Qualifications:

H.S. diploma/GED and Certified Peer Specialist. Knowledge of DHS rules and regulations, and be able to maintain accurate and timely activities documentation. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred. Basic computer literacy required.

Must have:

• Food Handlers safety certification
• CPR Training or willing to attain certification
• Opiate Overdose training
• Ability to administer Naloxone
• Work alternate shifts and weekends

Experience: 2 to 3 years of outreach work, peer educator

Praxis is an equal opportunity employer. Vacation, Sick and paid holidays. 403B retirement employee participation and major medical.

Pay Frequency:

• Bi weekly or Twice monthly

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.17 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (Preferred)
• First Aid/CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person