The Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is seeking appropriately qualified vendors to operate the Rose McCarthy Residence, a Tier II City-owned residence for families with children, which consists of two buildings in the borough of Brooklyn. The mission of DHS is to prevent homelessness when possible and to provide short-term, emergency shelter for individuals and families who have no other housing options available. Tier II residences, which operate in accordance with New York State Codes, Rules and Regulations, Title 18, Part 900 (18 NYCRR 900), provide temporary housing accommodations and social services to homeless families until permanent housing alternatives become available. In addition to locating permanent housing, the Tier II residence program stabilizes the family and promotes the move to independent living. Tier II residences must provide, at a minimum, social services, assistance in seeking permanent housing, assistance in seeking employment and linkages to childcare, medical and behavioral (mental health and substance use) health care and recreation services. Services are provided on-site and/or through linkages with other community-based programs. The goals and objectives of these shelters are to provide transitional housing for families with children without other housing options, as well as services that help secure viable housing in the community and maintain independent living arrangements. These shelters shall provide structure and an atmosphere which facilitates assessment of the families’ needs, the provision of case management and other social services, referrals to appropriate community-based services and assistance in securing alternative housing. All programs and services shall be geared to achieving the quickest possible placement back to the community.
