Disabled Veteran Outreach Program; DVOP Specialist; Danville

Title

Disabled Veteran Outreach Program (DVOP) Specialist (Danville) #03450

Prog Admin Specialist I

Hiring Range: $44,192 - $52,356

Pay Band: 4

Agency:
Department of Workforce Development and Advancement

Location:

DANVILLE

Agency Website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Assists unemployed and employed disabled veterans, special disabled veterans and other eligible persons (e.g., spouses) who seek agency services to overcome significant barriers to employment (SBE) as defined in the most current Veteran Program Letter (VPL) issued by the Department of Labor (DOL) and obtain suitable employment; provides individualized career services to veterans identified with SBEs; addresses employment needs and facilitates placement into a suitable position;

makes personal visits to meet with clients and employers; conducts interviews and offers an array of services; and networks and develops relationships with community providers to locate and assist veterans who would otherwise not be able to access a One-Stop facility (e.g., those in homeless shelters, state hospitals, Veterans’ Centers, half-way houses, and/or other community-based facilities).

This position is designated as a mobile worker role and involves travel across the Commonwealth to deliver services to workforce centers. Overnight or extended travel may be required based on the business need.

Demonstrated knowledge of career counseling, interviewing, and job placement principles and techniques, community resources, counseling services, social programs and veteran issues and services. Demonstrated strong customer service, case management, and computer skills (Microsoft Office or comparable software programs). Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing (e.g., conducting interviews and training, exchanging information with clients and partner staff, and preparing reports and training materials);

assessing and matching client skills to open positions; working with clients in crisis to discover needs and enhance employable skills; motivate clients to achieve established goals and objectives; work independently; remain objective, non-judgmental and focused; meet deadlines; prepare and manage file documentation; and apply agency program standards and procedures.

Experience working with agency programs; veteran’s affairs and services; and/or federal or state employment and training programs.

The selected candidate must successfully pass a comprehensive background check including an FBI fingerprint background investigation.

Applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. The Department of Workforce Development and Advancement does not provide sponsorship.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Applicants may need to provide an AHP Letter (formerly COD) from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).

The Department of Workforce Development and Advancement is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, and a Virginia Values Veterans certified employer. Ameri Corps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.