Specialist, WCD Veterans

Lumber Liquidators; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate: $26.00

Discount at Goodwill SoCal retail loc.

Goodwill Perks: discounts on dining, …

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Goodwill Southern California is hiring a WCD Veterans Specialist to empower veterans and military family members as they transition to civilian careers and achieve long-term success.

You will provide case management and employment counseling, conduct needs assessments, facilitate workshops, and build partnerships with employers and veteran service organizations. The role offers an hourly rate and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. military veteran or immediate family member (spouse, parent, sibling, or child).
• High school diploma or GED required; 1–2 years of career counseling or case management experience.
• Experience supporting individuals with barriers to employment.
• Non-profit and/or veteran-service experience preferred; bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized case management and employment counseling to veterans and eligible family members.
• Conduct needs assessments, develop tailored employment plans, and connect participants to training and resources.
• Facilitate workshops on resume writing, interviewing, and workplace readiness.
• Build partnerships with employers, veteran service organizations, and community agencies.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure program compliance with funder and organizational standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Serve Those Who Served.

Goodwill Southern California is proud to support veterans and their families through career development and employment programs. We’re hiring a WCD Veterans Specialist to empower veterans and military family members as they transition to civilian careers and achieve long-term success.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide individualized case management and employment counseling to veterans and eligible family members.
• Conduct needs assessments, develop tailored employment plans, and connect participants to training and resources.
• Facilitate workshops on resume writing, interviewing, and workplace readiness.
• Build partnerships with employers, veteran service organizations, and community agencies.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure program compliance with funder and organizational standards.

What You Bring:

• Must be a U.S. military veteran or immediate family member (spouse, parent, sibling, or child).
• High school diploma or GED required; 1–2 years of career counseling or case management experience.
• Experience supporting individuals with barriers to employment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Non-profit and/or veteran-service experience preferred; bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus.

What’s in it for you:

• Hourly Rate: 26.00
• Discount at Goodwill SoCal retail locations
• Goodwill Perks: Discounts on dining, retail, theme parks, and movies
• Employee Assistance Program: Mental and physical wellness, financial and legal resources, and career and education support

Full-time Positions are eligible for:

Medical, dental, vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account - FSA
Life insurance
403(b) retirement plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Tuition Reimbursement

Make a difference every day by helping veterans build careers, stability, and a renewed sense of purpose.