OUTREACH SERVICE COORDINATOR - Ventura

Level: Experienced
Job Location: U.S.VETS Ventura - Ventura, CA
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $25.07 - $30.17 Hourly
Travel Percentage:
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Description
Looking for a rewarding position? How would you like to serve those who served?

If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a great organization & make a difference, this is the job for you!

Come & join our winning team!

Benefits include Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision and Company matching 401K

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN ENTIRETY FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION/LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY.

Outreach Service Coordinator

The Outreach Coordinator for U.S.VETS is responsible for coordinating the screening and intake process for new clients admitted into housing and programs. This person will also contact and collaborate with local agencies that provide services to the homeless and the housed as well as conduct outreach efforts to those veterans who are currently living on and around the site.

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Responsibilities

Possesses an in-depth, working knowledge of the veteran community
Establishes and maintains working relationships with local service providers
Connects veterans experiencing homelessness and at-risk veterans and their families with housing and supportive services
Maintains professionalism when interfacing with clients and partners in person at and around the site
Supports and upholds program principles by communicating with the Director, Case Managers, and other staff regarding client issues as needed
Ensures proper and timely communication with HUD/VASH Case Management and the Veteran Support Coordinator while working with client cases
Conducts screenings for housing and programs potentially available to clients
Performs non-clinical assessments, interventions, and crisis resolution with clients
Facilitates the housing intake and discharge processes at the site
Identifies goals of potential clients to ensure suitability for Permanent Supportive Housing or other continuum programs
Tracks and maintains a database of clients served by the site's outreach process
Ensures grant and program compliance by verifying eligibility through reviewing documentation such as homeless status, veteran status, income status, etc.
Works with HUD/VASH Case Managers to compile mandatory housing intake verification documentation and ensures files are complete
Coordinates consistent and regular outreach efforts with local homeless service providers, agencies, and community service partners
Plans, executes, and participates in community events
Maintains an events calendar to share with clients
Provides regular updates to executive management at the site regarding admissions, discharges, client developments, campus needs, etc. by participating and contributing to weekly staff meetings
Performs other duties as assigned




Qualifications
Requirements

Bachelors degree in social services field
o Minimum of four years of relevant employment experience may substitute for degree requirements
Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in related field
o Two years of employment at U.S.VETS may substitute for supervisory experience
Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of clients, staff, and community members
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Leadership and conflict management skills
Demonstration of personal and financial integrity in the workplace
Ability to take direction, work independently with minimal oversight, and to work within a team
Valid drivers license required, must meet company insurance requirements and complete a provided driver training course

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

U.S.VETS subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. U.S.VETS policy is to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion,sex/gender, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, U.S.VETS intends to comply fully with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and the information requested on this application will be used only for purposes consistent with those laws.



AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT - REQUEST FOR
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

In accordance with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, U.S.VETS policy is to provide reasonable accommodation for applicants requesting accommodation(s) during the application process, so the applicant may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment. If any candidate needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify U.S.VETS in any of the following ways: by calling 213-542-2600, U.S. Mail, or hand deliver to U.S.VETS, 800 West 6th Street, Suite 1505, Los Angeles, CA 90017. Attention: Human Resources Job Applicant Request.

Mission Statement

U.S.VETS mission is the successful transition of military veterans and their families through the provision of housing, counseling, career development, and comprehensive support.



Rev. 03/29/24

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