Housing Specialist; Supportive Services Veteran Families - SSVF

Employment and Housing Specialist (Supportive Services for Veteran Families - SSVF)

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Are you passionate about helping veterans and their families achieve stability and success? We are looking for a dedicated and experienced individual to join our Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) team as an Employment and Housing Specialist. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting veterans in their journey toward sustainable employment and housing stability.

As a Veteran Employment and Housing Specialist, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive employment services tailored to the unique needs of veterans. You’ll meet weekly with veterans, assisting them in obtaining necessary documentation for employment, and offering ongoing support to ensure job retention. You will also engage with community resources, advocating for veterans and facilitating access to essential services.

• Data Management:
  Ensure accurate and timely data entry and management of databases, spreadsheets, and required paperwork.
• Employment Services:
  Provide veteran-driven employment services, conduct weekly meetings until veterans are employed, monitor progress, and assist with documentation.
• Support:
  Promote the recovery model of treatment, provide outreach, engagement, referrals, and warm handoffs to community resources and recommended services.
• Community Engagement:
  Assist veterans with resumes, cover letters, and job applications; cultivate relationships with area employers; coach on job retention techniques.
• Collaboration:
  
  Promote positive interactions within Chestnut and with various community and veteran support organizations.
• Outreach:
  Attend veteran and job fairs and outreach events to identify and assist eligible veterans.
• Advocacy:
  Advocate for housing sustainability with stakeholders, including landlords and community agencies.

• High school diploma with 10 years of experience in human services, health care, military service, or a combination; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in human services, health care, and five years of relevant experience.
• Military veterans and their immediate family members are highly preferred.

• Valid driver’s license and private automobile insurance.
• Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, electronic health records).
• Knowledge of standard office procedures and equipment.

Chestnut Health Systems is committed to health equity and trauma-informed care. Explore additional benefits here
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Full-time

Not Applicable

Chestnut Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer. EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

Starting pay: $21.00 - $22.00 per hour.