Project Renewal
Project Renewal is a leading non-profit organization with the mission of ending the cycle of homelessness by empowering individuals and families to renew their lives with health, homes, and jobs. Our comprehensive and integrated 24/7 programs are designed to offer the holistic care our clients need. With a staff of 950+ and an annual budget of $120 million, Project Renewal is one of the larger social service nonprofits in New York City.
The Support and Connection Center (Center) provides 24/7 short stay with 25 beds, which provides engagement, stabilization and treatment services for adults with mental health and/or substance use issues referred directly by NYPD as an alternative to the traditional police responses of arrest, summons, or transport to an emergency room. Guests are referred to the Center when their infractions are non-violent and/or low-level offenses such as loitering, trespass, public inebriation, and disorderly conduct. The goal of the Center is to help guests begin to identify and modify the behaviors that result in repeated police contact. An OASAS licensed outpatient clinic, located on site, provides services to guests who are eligible. The maximum length of stay is 5 days.
Currently, we are seeking a 2 Social Worker, LMSW, that will provide direct care to guest, conduct assessments of service needs, primary counselor for designated caseload, counsel guess individually or group session, identify referral, update case management notes. Master’s Degree in Social Work, NYS LMSW required, 4 years’ experience working with homeless population, and criminal justice involving adults with substance use issues or crisis services, excellent communication skills; experience with Microsoft office. Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
Salary: $63,000-$68,000 a year
Flexible work schedule: Blended shift ( 8am-4pm, 4pm-12pm, 2 evenings shift and 1 weekend
Location: East Harlem
We offer comprehensive benefits including Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Company Life Insurance;403(b) with company match; FSAs (health care, dependent care & commuter expenses); Short-and-Long-Term Disability; 19 Vacation days, 12 Sick and 12 Holidays, Tuition Assistance, Referral Bonus Program.
To apply: E-mail resume and cover letter indicating position and salary requirements: [email protected]
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