Legal Administrative Specialist (Homeless Veteran Outreach Coordinator

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Legal Administrative Specialist (Homeless Veteran Outreach Coordinator)

Offers a wide array of special programs and initiatives specifically designed to help homeless veterans live as self-sufficiently and independently as possible. VA's major homeless-specific programs constitute the largest integrated network of homeless treatment and assistance service throughout the country. The programs strive to offer a continuum of service that include aggressive outreach to those veterans living on streets and in shelters who otherwise would not seek assistance, clinical assessment and referral to medical treatment for physical and psychiatric disorders, including substance abuse.

Provides in-depth information and comprehensive assistance to veterans, their dependents and beneficiaries concerning any matter within the scope of VA benefits and related non-VA benefits.

Represents the VBA Regional Office as liaison with local VA and non-profit community homeless specific organizations, homeless advocacy groups and other support activities. As such, coordinates VA benefit programs to best serve homeless veterans and their families.

Establishes VBA presence and support at local homeless shelters (day and night), soup kitchens, homeless community centers and other homeless specific agencies. Maintains membership in various community-based organizations, which provide service and programs to the homeless.

Provides training materials (pamphlets, handouts, etc.) to shelters, homeless service providers and homeless veterans. This includes, but is not limited to, benefit orientations, counseling, and assistance with claims. When necessary, must be able to interpret and accurately reflect VA policies, procedures, and eligibility requirements for VA homeless programs.

Perform outreach functions as part of a Homeless Chronically Mentally Ill Program (HCMI) team to provide improved access to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits and services for homeless. Spend time in the community at homeless shelters, soup kitchens and all other areas where homeless veterans can be found. Focus on the identification of homeless veterans, relationship building, and assuring that homeless veteran receive comprehensive services through the team and through linkage to non-VA programs.

Provide referral, application assistance, advocacy, and follow-up, when necessary, to appropriate service programs.

Full Time, Monday
- Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Yes
- This position is eligible for situational (ad hoc) telework only. The selectee is required to report to the official duty station each scheduled workday. Telework may be approved only on a case-by-case basis with supervisory approval. Routine or recurring telework is not authorized for this position.

Legal Administrative Specialist (Homeless Veteran Outreach Coordinator); PD41793A

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