Case Manager/Assessment Specialist

Position: Assessment Specialist

TheAssessment Specialist conducts standardized assessments for homeless men to identify housing barriers and determine the level of service needed.

The Schwartz Men’s Shelter is a shelter for men operating 24 hours a day and seven days a week. Clients are referred to the program by the New York City Department of Homeless Services. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browserhttps://www.voa-gny.org/housing

Location: Wards Island, NY 10035

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates Degree or 60 college credits courses in Human Services field or High School Diploma or GED with 2 year of relevant shelter experience.
• The position also requires a demonstrated ability in verbal and written communication, including basic computer skills.

Assessment Specialist Principal Responsibilities:

• Provide standardized assessments to individuals who have entered the shelter.
• Obtain household verification and background checks as required.
• Assess client’s housing and services need. Identify immediate housing placement opportunities for clients.
• Collaborate with area providers to coordinate necessary services.
• Make referrals to case management, housing search support and other services as appropriate.

We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off,including aPaid Birthday Holiday

And much more!