Veteran Care Coach & Program Advocate

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens; Bluefield (VA); Hybrid; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay

Generous leave policy

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement benefits and disability

Zusammenfassung

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens is seeking a Community Health Coordinator to educate Veterans in the Veteran-Directed Care program and coordinate spending plans. The role applies advocacy and coaching to help Veterans identify needs and access supports.

The position involves home-based assessments, travel, and collaboration with the Financial Management Service and VAMC to monitor spending and program outcomes, while maintaining strict confidentiality and professional ethics.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services or medical field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience with seniors or disabled adults.
• Criminal history background check required; valid driver’s license and PPD test.
• Proficiency with HIPAA rules and Microsoft Office.

Aufgaben

• Conduct home visits and develop spending plans with Veterans.
• Perform office duties: referrals, records, and monthly reports.
• Coordinate care between agency programs and clients.
• Maintain confidentiality and perform other agency duties.
• Travel locally and engage with community partners.

Kenntnisse

Case management

Advocacy

Communication

Travel readiness

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database knowledge

Jobbeschreibung

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens is seeking a Community Health Coordinator to educate Veterans in the Veteran-Directed Care program and coordinate spending plans. The role applies advocacy and coaching to help Veterans identify needs and access supports.

The position involves home-based assessments, travel, and collaboration with the Financial Management Service and VAMC to monitor spending and program outcomes, while maintaining strict confidentiality and professional ethics.