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Director of Veteran ServicesLutheran Social Services of Central Ohio • Lancaster, OH, USA
Director of Veteran Services

Director of Veteran Services

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio • Lancaster, OH, USA
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Director of Veteran Services

Full Time Days

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is currently seeking a Director of Veteran Services for Faith Mission Fairfield County, Lancaster, Ohio.

The ideal candidate will share Our Mission : Creating a better world by serving people in need.

What will I do as the Director of Veteran Services with Lutheran Social Services?

  • Responsible for direct oversight of Veteran Services Programs for LSS Faith Mission.
  • Provide supervision and development of Veteran's Program staff to ensure that services provided are within the guidelines of Agency mission.
  • Maintains compliance with CARF certification and with all other grant, funding source, and contractual parameters.
  • Plan, develop, and implement comprehensive Veteran's services to benefit clients of Faith Mission.
  • Work with SSVF / VAEH case managers to oversee the delivery of individualized "wrap around" services that address the holistic needs of Veteran clients, including housing, employment, healthcare, mental health, spiritual support, transportation, etc
  • Ensure prompt and accurate completion of required documentation including HMIS data, progress notes, records of services received, housing outcome information, releases of information, consent forms, and other important client information in case files.
  • Supervise direct reports to provide informed, professional services to entire customer base, including clients, other staff, volunteers, and visitors
  • Provide professional leadership and direction to clinical / supportive services staff.

Requirements for the Director of Veteran Services with Lutheran Social Services :

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field; LSW and / or LISW strongly preferred
  • Extensive experience working with Veteran's, homelessness, mental health, and chemical dependency required.
  • Three years supervisory experience required
  • Three years experience working with direct client services
  • Three years supervising at least 4 to 7 direct reports
  • Administrative reporting experience
  • Knowledge of community resources pertaining to client base
  • Ability to work with diverse groups of people
  • Experience and ability to manage casework for a rapidly changing client base
  • Skill in word processing, spreadsheet and database software
  • Ability to plan and prioritize work
  • Strong oral and written skills. Skill in writing, coaching, monitoring case notes, client action plans, memorandums
  • Experience utilizing (minimally) the following techniques, interventions and EBP's : Motivational Interviewing skills, Stages of Change, Harm Reduction.
  • Dedication to excellent customer service, dignity and respect
  • Attention to detail and strong time-management skills
  • Commitment to and aptitude for working in a team environment inclusive of collaboration with other community providers
  • Administrative reporting experience
  • Valid Ohio driver's license, access to reliable insured transportation and ability to meet LSS insurance standards required

    • As one of the largest non-for-profits in Central Ohio, we value our employees. Our excellence is based upon team members dedicated to a fulfilling career and committed to the service of others.

    Benefits for Full-time positions

  • with Lutheran Social Services include :
  • Health insurance with 4-plan options!
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer matched savings
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • Medical and Childcare Flexible Spending (FSA)
  • Health Savings Account
  • PTO and 12 Paid Holidays
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals & the community
  • some part-time positions may be eligible for some benefits as well

    • ABOUT Lutheran Social Services :

    We put our Mission of Service into action. Every day LSS serves thousands of people in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety, and healing . LSS offers Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through homeless shelters, domestic violence services, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities.

    Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is committed to being an equal opportunity employer.

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