Veteran Career Navigator — Part-Time | Flexible

YWCA USA; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 26,863,000 - 34,440,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Pension Retirement Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Job summary

YWCA Greater Harrisburg is seeking an energetic and compassionate Veteran Resource Development Specialist to help veterans overcome barriers, find meaningful employment, and build long-term career success.

In this part-time role, you’ll connect with veterans, assess goals, develop job opportunities with local employers, and provide ongoing support after placement while coordinating with community partners to create pathways to sustainable work.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience in interviewing, assessing, and hiring individuals.
• Experience with drug/alcohol or mental health services is a plus.
• Veteran status preferred.

Responsibilities

• Connect with veterans in the community to build relationships and connect them with employment services.
• Help veterans identify career goals, skills, interests, and employment opportunities.
• Develop relationships with local employers and industry partners to create job opportunities and hiring pipelines.
• Connect veterans with apprenticeships, training programs, education, and in-demand career pathways.
• Provide ongoing support to help veterans overcome barriers and maintain employment.

Skills

Interviewing & assessment

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services fields (e.g. Mental Health, Social Work)

Job description

YWCA Greater Harrisburg is seeking an energetic and compassionate Veteran Resource Development Specialist to help veterans overcome barriers, find meaningful employment, and build long-term career success.

In this part-time role, you’ll connect with veterans, assess goals, develop job opportunities with local employers, and provide ongoing support after placement while coordinating with community partners to create pathways to sustainable work.