SSVF Screening Coordinator - New England - RI

Job Description

Job Description

Veterans Inc., the largest provider of services to veterans and their families throughout New England, is looking for a professional, highly motivated, goal-oriented, skilled, and hardworking individual to fill the SSVF (Supportive Services for Veteran Families) Screening Coordinator position and become a valued member of Veterans Inc. team!

The SSVF Screening Coordinator is responsible for assessing veterans' eligibility for enrollment in SSVF's Rapid Rehousing or Homeless prevention services and making appropriate referrals / linkages to community services for ineligible households.

The position supports the delivering of supportive services to veterans in the areas of homelessness prevention, rapid rehousing, outreach, and permanent housing placement for veterans and their families enrolled in Veterans Inc. programs.

The qualified candidate must have substantial experience working in a human service setting with homeless individuals, a dependable work ethic, and the ability to multi-task and prioritize.

This position can be located out of our offices in MA, ME, NH, and RI.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAY TO DAY :

• Performs initial screening and assessments of all veterans for acceptance into Veterans Inc. programs for all New England.
• Provides strength-based approach to homeless diversion, rapid resolution and CES efforts.
• Maintains an active role in VA and community meetings. Maintains existing and fosters new collaborative working relationships with community partners.
• Coordinates staff in homeless Veteran outreach and engagement to identify homeless Veterans for rapid resolution interventions.
• Develop and maintain relations with local social services, public benefit agencies, faith-based and community-based organizations, VA facilities, Vet Centers and Veterans Benefit Administration (VBA) offices, as well as state Department of Labor staff, HVRP, employers and other referral networks.
• Establishes linkages with appropriate agencies and service providers in the area / community.
• Coordinates veterans' participation in the agency programs and outside referrals.
• Participates in trainings and workshops as directed by SSVF program Manager.
• Completes record keeping / documentation responsibilities and compiles data for monthly reporting as required.
• Conducts outreach activities to market Veterans Inc. programs and engage new referral sources.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE :

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work or other related field required.
• Minimum of two years' experience in Human Services, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Counseling, Social Work or relevant area required.
• Experience working in a human services setting, veteran or homeless population.
• Must be able to pass a CORI background records check.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU :

• Comprehensive Benefits Package for FT employees includes :
• BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• $2000 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.
• Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Parental Leave

For more information, or to apply now; visit our website. Please do not mail, email, or fax your cover letter / resume as we are limited to only accepting completed applications through our career page.

Mailed, emailed, or faxed cover letter, resume, and applications will not be reviewed.

Veterans Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status.

If you need assistance completing an application please contact [email protected] .

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agencies are requested not to contact Veterans Inc. with recruiting inquiries.