Resource Specialist
Listed on 2026-07-30
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Social Work
Mental Health, Human Services/ Social Work, Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services -
Healthcare
Mental Health, Human Services/ Social Work, Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services
Title: Resource Specialist
State Role
Title:
Prog Admin Specialist I
Hiring Range: $50,000-$55,000
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Dept of Veterans Services
Location: Danville Benefits Field Office
Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job DutiesThe Virginia Department of Veteran Services (DVS) is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to serve the Resource Specialist in the VA Veterans & Family Support (VVFS) department.
The purpose of the Resource Specialist (RS) position is to identify the behavioral health, rehabilitative, and other services needs of service members, veterans and/or their dependents/family members (SMVF).
Based on those identified needs the RS develops a coordinated services plan, connects the individual with appropriate service providers, offers care coordination support/assistance, and monitors for the successful resolution of the identified needs.
The RS will report to the applicable VVFS Regional Director. The RS duties are directed by the VVFS SOP and under the guidance of the applicable VVFS Regional Director.
Minimum Qualifications- Knowledge and familiarity with the military services, culture and/or military experience.
- Knowledge and experience related to human services and/or behavioral healthcare field.
- Knowledge and experience in behavioral health and supportive services for veterans, service members, dependents and caregivers.
- Knowledge of human rights, ethical and legal concerns related to providing care coordination services.
- Knowledge of suicide interventions and mandatory reporting requirements.
- Ability to communicate (written and oral) clearly and effectively. Experience in public speaking and delivery of subject matter trainings related to SMVF population.
- Ability to engage SMVF population, develop professional relationships, and advocate for those individuals receiving services.
- Excellent client service skills
- Excellent knowledge of computers and word processing skills
- Excellent organization and record keeping skills.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently.
- Ability to work in a team model. Maintain effective inter/intra-agency working relationships.
- Work experience in human services and/or behavioral healthcare field required. Related field or combination of education, training, or experience may substitute.
- Experience (in social work, psychology, human services, education, or an approved field) preferred. Related field or combination of education, training, or experience may substitute.
- Military/veteran/family related life/work experience preferred. Military experience preferred (includes family members).
- Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record must be maintained throughout employment.
- Must complete all DVS agency and VVFS program training requirements within 6 months of hire.
- Any combination of education and job experience that leads to the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above. Prefer experience and/or education related to housing programs and services for veterans provided through the US Department of Veterans Affairs and the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
VDVS accepts submissions of on-line applications only. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:59 P.M. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which includes your specific qualifications for the position you are seeking.
The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from either the electronic applications and/or resume. RMS provides confirmation or receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your RMS account to check the status of your application.
It is the policy of VDVS to provide equal opportunity for all applications and employees regardless of race, color,…
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