What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Monitor position at Volunteers of America - Greater New York, Inc.?
Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is an anti-poverty organization working to end homelessness in the New York area by 2050. We operate over 60 programs across New York City, Northern New Jersey and Westchester County including emergency, transitional and permanent housing. Our services extend to families experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans, youth aging out of foster care, adults with behavioral health or substance use needs, and others in need, including a special education preschool program.
We are in search of new talent in the following position…
Position: Family Monitor
The Family Monitor provides support services at designated locations at the family residence. Provides family assistance, such as escorts, incident reporting, and crisis intervention.
Bushwick Family Residence is a transitional family shelter where residents learn essential skills that enable them to meet the challenges of everyday life. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/transitional-housing
Location: Brooklyn, NY 11207
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- One-year relevant experience working in a similar capacity in a social services setting.
- Must possess good interpersonal skills and basic computer knowledge.
Certifications that are required upon hire in accordance with regulatory mandates:
- Security License
- Fire Guard (F-02)
Certifications that are required within 90 days of hire – VOA will cover the cost:
- CPR/First Aid
- Coordinator of Fire Safety & Alarms (F80).
Family Monitor Principal Responsibilities:
- Maintain the safety and security of all families in the facility including enforcement of facility rules and regulations.
- Maintain appropriate helping relationship with families and respond to their needs and concerns.
- Provide functions, including new family registration, reception of visitors, security rounds, and other designated functions.
- In the absence of a driver, drive facility vehicle for transportation of clients.
- Participate in scheduled team meetings and case reviews on assigned client families.
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 a Paid Birthday Holiday
And much more!
Please note: Benefits for part-time employees may vary.
To learn more about VOA-Greater New York, copy and paste this link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/about
VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!
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