For over 33 years, Community Access has remained true to the vision of our founders: to provide quality housing and flexible services to those people most in need. We offer a progressive environment where you will have the opportunity to work with the leaders in the field of mental health services, with a strong commitment to the empowerment model of recovery, embracing self determination as an individual, agency and societal responsibility.
CA also offers an exceptional benefits package. All full-time employees accrue in their first year here, three weeks of vacation, plus five personal days, and twelve sick days, not to mention ten paid holidays. We offer extensive medical coverage, free dental and life insurance, and a variety of pre-tax programs for retirement savings, transportation expenses and medical and dependent care expenses.
So take a moment to look at the jobs listed below and send in your resume today so we can begin to get to know each other better.
Interested candidates should send their cover letter and resume to:
Mail: Community Access, 666 Broadway, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10012 Attn: HR Dept.
Email: hr@communityaccess.org
Fax: to 646.365.0458
Community Access is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V. CA is committed to the hiring of at least 51% consumer staff, in all of its departments and programs, and at all levels of management.Full Time Positionsupdated July 24, 2008 | |
Director Of Howie the Harp, Peer Advocacy Center | |
| Department: | Howie the Harp Peer Advocacy Center |
| Reports to: | Deputy Executive Director |
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The Center, Founded in 1995 by survivors of the psychiatric system, promotes self-help, empowerment and equal opportunity for people with psychiatric disabilities and histories of trauma, incarceration, homelessness and/or substance abuse; it enables survivors to establish careers in mental health/human services through advocacy, job development, training, on-the-job experience and peer support. The Director provides leadership and support to Center staff in maintaining and expanding organizational supports and programs that enhance training and permanent employment/career opportunities. The key responsibilities of the Director are to supervise senior staff in implementing the Center’s vision, ensuring the activities are consistent with that vision; maintain a safe and secure work environment with personal and professional growth opportunities for all members; increase collaboration across programs and a team approach to problem solving; collaborate with key stakeholders in developing and implementing a five year strategic plan to guide the center’s future growth; develop and maintain relationships with strategic partners; collaborate with the Development Department in fundraising activities; establish personal and professional networks; benchmark best practices; develop and implement strategies to increase the local, state and national and international profile of the center; identify legal and other barriers to the employment of graduates or other consumers and develop strategies to eliminate these barriers; and to develop and coordinate center training collaborative. Qualified candidates should have an understanding and commitment to the philosophy and mission of Community Access, particularly the practice of wellness and recovery; be a recipient/survivor of mental health services, preferred; four to five years supervisory experience, preferred; experience with workforce development programs; previous experience working with people with psychiatric disabilities, those who have been homeless, incarcerated, or dually diagnosed, preferred; demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work as part of a team; excellent oral and written skills; ability to utilize various computer programs, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel. |
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| Salary range: | salary is commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits. |
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Director of Facilities | |
| Department: | Facilities |
| Reports to: | Deputy Executive Director |
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The Facilities Director is responsible for the physical maintenance and day-to-day operations of both residential (owned and scatter site housing) and commercial (clubhouse / training) facilities. Provide safe and well maintained living/working environment for tenants, program participants and employees. Direct the daily activities of the facilities department. Develop and oversee appropriate policy and control framework. Oversee the functioning of building systems including mechanical, fire/life safety, elevators etc. Oversee contractors for facilities repair and renovation projects. Management of maintenance staff, inventory management, policy and procedure development, implementation and enforcement, ensures compliance with statutory requirements and building codes, management of vehicle pool and expense budgets, and staff recruitment and training. Qualified candidates must have 5 to 10 years of experience in facility management; administrative experience with a minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience and a Bachelors degree preferred. |
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| Salary range: | commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits. |
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Director of Development | |
| Department: | Development |
| Reports to: | Executive Director |
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Community Access is currently undergoing a comprehensive development audit and planning process with a goal of strengthening CA’s current support program and laying the foundation for efforts to expand the current support and raise capital resources over the next five years. To help realize this goal, CA seeks a dynamic, creative, entrepreneurial Director of Development, who will be responsible for creating and implementing a strategic fundraising plan that will provide a reliable and expanding source of private financial support. The Director is expected to work closely with the Board of Directors and Executive Director to develop and implement an annual fundraising plan; manage development budget to ensure that agency maintains a reasonable fundraising ratio; develop a working knowledge of our current donor base and develop strategies to support and cultivate relationships with past and current supporters; research and evaluate potential corporate, foundation, and individual giving opportunities and develop and marketing plan for each segment; cultivate new donors through one-on-one meetings, public presentations, letters and written proposals, and other mediums as appropriate; train and support Board and staff in donor cultivation; coordinate all press, public relations and public education activities and produce annual report. Candidate should have a minimum Bachelors degree in related area; minimum of five years of successful professional fund-raising experience with a proven track record of securing major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations; expertise and experience working with a Board of Directors; one to three years of supervisory experience, preferred; advanced analytical and innovative problem solving abilities; and demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work as part of a team. |
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| Salary range: | commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits. |
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Building Superintendent | |
| Department: | Operations |
| Reports to: | Field Supervisor |
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We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of live-in Building Superintendent to work at 1022 Reverend James Polite Avenue, part of Supportive Housing Program in the Bronx. The Building Superintendent is responsible for the daily maintenance, repairs, and building code compliance as it relates to local, state, federal, and governing codes and agency policies and procedures. The primary goal of this position is to provide a safe and adequate living/working environment for the tenants and assigned staff of the designated building. The essential functions for this position include; maintaining overall building as it relates to heating, hot water, heating, hot water, and ventilation systems, sewer drains and traps; performing minor repairs; and maintain records/logs. Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent required; at least two (2) years training or three (3) years works experience in related trade; at least one (1) year supervisory experience; must have experience in one or more of the following fields: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, masonry, etc; must have working knowledge of equipment installation and repair, to include HVAC systems; must be able to operate and maintain appropriate machines such as floor buffer, trash compactor, snow blowers, etc. Spanish speaking is a plus. |
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| Salary range: | mid to high 20’s, plus excellent benefits including an apartment. |
Maintenance Worker | |
| Department: | Operations |
| Reports to: | Building Superintendent |
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We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the Full-time position of Maintenance Worker to work in our Supportive Housing Programs, located in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Bronx.
The Maintenance Worker is responsible for the daily cleaning of the building to ensure that a safe and adequate working environment is provided to the tenants and staff at all times. The responsibilities include cleaning all public/common areas of the building and offices daily, trash disposal; maintaining adequate bathroom supplies; preparing apartments for move-ins including painting; assisting with routine repairs and snow removal. Qualified candidates must have minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; one (1) year training or two years work experience in related trades; knowledge of appropriate cleaning agents; ability to operate and maintain appropriate machines such as buffer, wet/dry vacuum, etc.. |
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| Salary range: | $11.00 per hour, plus excellent benefits. |
Front Desk Receptionist | |
| Department: | Supportive Housing |
| Reports to: | Program Director |
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The Front Desk Receptionist is expected to interact with tenants, guests and staff in a professional and courteous manner, while monitoring the safety of the tenants and the building. This includes greeting tenants and guests in professional, courteous and hospitable manner; ensuring visitor sign-in policy is carried out; conducting house runs; record activities in desk log; and monitoring Fire Alarm Station. Qualified candidates must have minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; some customer service experience preferred. Candidates must be able to write effectively, use a computer; and possess ability to interact with people in a professional and courteous manner. Bilingual Spanish-speaking, preferred. |
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| Salary range: | $11 an hour, plus full benefits package. |
Employment Specialist | |
| Department: | Supportive Housing |
| Reports to: | Program Director |
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The Educational Specialist is responsible for providing tenants in all of the agency’s Supportive Housing programs with services to assist and support them in establishing and attaining educational and training goals. These services include outreach, assessment, resource identification and development, educational instruction, workshop facilitation, skill development, general information and referral. In addition it is expected that the Educational Specialist will work collaboratively with service coordinators in the supportive housing programs to identify tenants’ educational and training needs and to devise strategies for addressing those needs. Qualified candidates should have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED). Bachelor’s degree in related field, and three years relevant experience; or Associate’s degree in related field and five years relevant experience; two years experience working with mental health consumers, formerly homeless and persons with histories of drug/alcohol abuse; previous supervisory experience, preferred; must be fingerprinted and cleared by the Office of Mental Health (OMH); knowledge of community resources specifically related to education or training services; commitment to recovery oriented practice; and bilingual Spanish-speaking, preferred. |
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| Salary range: | mid 30s - plus excellent benefits. |
Service Coordinator: Treatment Apartment Program | |
| Department: | OMH Housing |
| Reports to: | Program Supervisor |
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The essential job functions include providing restorative services as defined by regulatory contracts to residents on caseload; creating service plans; maintaining thorough and timely documentation including interactions with program participants, services provided, important information and/or events, and contacts with other agencies and service providers. Qualified candidates must have minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) – Bachelor’s degree, preferred; must be fingerprinted and cleared by the Office of Mental Health (OMH); be skilled in conflict mediation/negotiation and have an assertive approach to problem solving; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to maintain confidential information, as related to position.; and bilingual Spanish-speaking, preferred. |
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| Salary range: | low 30s plus excellent benefits. |
Bi-lingual Service Coordinator | |
| Department: | Supportive Housing |
| Reports to: | Program Director |
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We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Bi-lingual Service Coordinator to work at 107-109 Avenue D, part of our Supportive Housing Program in Manhattan. The essential job functions include providing restorative services as defined by regulatory contracts to residents on caseload; creating service plans; Maintaining thorough and timely documentation including interactions with clients, services provided, important information and/or events, and collateral contacts. Qualified candidates must have minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) — Bachelor’s degree, preferred; must be fingerprinted and cleared by the Office of Mental Health (OMH); must be bi-lingual Spanish speaking; be skilled in conflict mediation/negotiation and have an assertive approach to problem solving; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to maintain confidential information, as related to position. |
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| Salary range: | mid 20s plus excellent benefits. |
Senior Social Worker | |
| Department: | Supportive Housing |
| Reports to: | Program Director |
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The Senior Social Worker is responsible to work with senior support staff (Nurse Practitioner, Nutritionist, Substance Abuse Specialist, etc) to assure that well integrated services are available for tenants with multiple needs; provide oversight that services and records meet or exceed agency’s and funders’ standard for overall quality and frequency of services; provide recovery oriented support services and outreach to assigned program participants, as defined by program and contractual requirements. The social worker will carry a partial caseload as needed, provide assessment and referral services to tenants in crisis and assist in crisis intervention and conflict resolution. Qualified candidates should have a C.S.W. with three years post master’s experience, preferred; minimum of three years experience in providing case management services; previous supervisory experience, preferred; must be fingerprinted and cleared by the Office of Mental Health (OMH); and have knowledge of psychiatric disabilities and of substance abuse. |
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| Salary range: | annual salary is low to mid 40s - plus excellent benefits. |
Senior Service Coordinator (Supportive Housing Program at 29 East 2nd Street in Manhattan) | |
| Department: | Supportive Housing |
| Reports to: | Program Director |
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The essential job functions include providing support services as defined by regulatory contracts and Community Access guidelines to assigned program participants; including assisting with defining personal, vocational and educational goals. Providing assistance to program participants using a person-centered model that supports individuals in their recovery, hopes and opportunities. Assisting Program Director in the management of program and provides back up when the program director is not at the site. Supervisory responsibility, depending on qualifications and experience. Qualified candidates must have minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent (GED), BA preferred; be skilled in conflict mediation/negotiation and have an assertive approach to problem solving; show initiative and be responsible for follow through; strong written and oral communication skills; must be fingerprinted and cleared by the Office of Mental Health (OMH). Spanish speaking is a plus. |
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| Salary range: | salary is low 30s plus excellent benefits. |
Service Coordinator: Supportive Housing | |
| Department: | Supportive Housing |
| Reports to: | Program Director |
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The essential job functions include providing restorative services as defined by regulatory contracts to residents on caseload; creating service plans; Maintaining thorough and timely documentation including interactions with clients, services provided, important information and/or events, and collateral contacts. Qualified candidates must have minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) – Bachelor’s degree, preferred; must be fingerprinted and cleared by the Office of Mental Health (OMH); be skilled in conflict mediation/negotiation and have an assertive approach to problem solving; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to maintain confidential information, as related to position. |
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| Salary range: | mid 20s plus excellent benefits. |
Substance Abuse Specialist | |
| Department: | Supportive Housing |
| Reports to: | Program Director |
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The Substance Abuse Specialist provides support services as defined by regulatory contracts and Community Access guidelines to assigned program participants; including assistance with defining personal, vocational and educational goals; provide additional assistance to program participants using a person-centered model that supports individuals in their recovery, hopes and opportunities; and by using a harm reduction model, identify needs for substance abuse counseling and education at the program site and provides substance abuse services. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) and preferably a BA degree; three to five years experience working with substance abuse and psychiatric disabilities; training in substance abuse issues essential; must be fingerprinted and cleared by the Office of Mental Health (OMH); We are seeking candidates that are bilingual Spanish-speaking, preferred. |
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| Salary range: | mid 30s, commensurate with experience - plus excellent benefits. |
Maintenance Mechanic | |
| Department: | Operations |
| Reports to: | Building Superintendent |
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The essential job functions of the Maintenance Mechanic are to assist with processing repair requests generated from the work order system; assist with making routing repairs to apartments and facilities, as needed and directed; assist with monitoring and inspecting equipment daily; maintain shop, work areas, tools and supply inventories in good order; assist in identifying and reporting problem areas throughout apartments and facilities; assist with apartment and agency moves, as directed; provide back up to superintendent during absence of maintenance workers, as needed and directed; assist with preparing apartments for new occupancy, to include general cleaning and painting; assist with annual agency-wide inventory of equipment and supplies, etc. Qualified candidates must have minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; at least one-year technical training and one year work experience in one or more of the building trades; possess the aptitude and skills for work in masonry, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc; good communicational and interpersonal skills; basic math skills; ability to work overtime hours, as needed; and must be able to lift and carry items, which weigh up to 100lbs. regularly. |
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| Salary range: | mid 20s, plus an excellent benefits package. |
Howie T. Harp Peer Advocacy Center | |
| Department: | Howie T. Harp Peer Advocacy Center |
| Reports to: | Business Manager |
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The Front Desk Receptionist is expected to interact with trainees, guests and staff in a professional and courteous manner, while monitoring the safety of center. This includes enforcing visitor identification policy; performing receptionist duties such as answering phones, taking messages, responding to general queries about the agency, etc. The Receptionist is also responsible for receiving packages, and following package policy, monitoring materials being removed from building; completing reception desk log; maintaining new applicant’s documentation in an orderly fashion, etc. Qualified candidates must have minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; previous customer service experience preferred. Candidates must be able to write effectively, use a computer; and possess ability to interact with people in a professional and courteous manner. Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred. |
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| Salary range: | mid 20s - plus an excellent benefits package. |
Educational Specialist | |
| Department: | Supportive Housing |
| Reports to: | Program Director |
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The Educational Specialist is responsible for providing tenants in all of the agency’s Supportive Housing programs with services to assist and support them in establishing and attaining educational and training goals. These services include outreach, assessment, resource identification and development, educational instruction, workshop facilitation, skill development, general information and referral. In addition it is expected that the Educational Specialist will work collaboratively with service coordinators in the supportive housing programs to identify tenants’ educational and training needs and to devise strategies for addressing those needs. Qualified candidates should have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED). Bachelor’s degree in related field, and three years relevant experience; or Associate’s degree in related field and five years relevant experience; two years experience working with mental health consumers, formerly homeless and persons with histories of drug/alcohol abuse; previous supervisory experience, preferred; must be fingerprinted and cleared by the Office of Mental Health (OMH); knowledge of community resources specifically related to education or training services; commitment to recovery oriented practice. Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred. |
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| Salary range: | annual salary is mid 30s - plus excellent benefits. |
Part Time Positions |
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