Veteran Employment Catalyst for Homeless Programs

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Homeless Veteran Community Employment Coordinator (HVCEC) at the James H. Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical Center collaborates with VA and local programs to connect Veterans experiencing homelessness with competitive employment and supportive services.

This role requires a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling, CRC certification, and expertise in IPS, labor market analysis, and cross-agency partnership building to help Veterans obtain meaningful work and ongoing support.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling from CACREP or CHEA-accredited program.
• Current CRC certification from CRCC required or grandfathering provision applicable.
• Knowledge of IPS, competitive employment, and supported employment models.
• Experience coordinating with VA and local community partners.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison to local employment providers for Veterans in homelessness programs.
• Coordinate vocational services and adjunct employment supports with VA and community partners.
• Develop and maintain systems for referral and placement outcomes.
• Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to resolve access barriers to rapid job placement.
• Provide information, pre-employment assessments, and workforce re-entry planning.
• Advise on resources to enhance competitive employment outcomes for Veterans experiencing homelessness.

Skills

Rehabilitation counseling

IPS and supported employment

Career development

Labor market analysis

Partnerships with community employers

Military/veteran employment knowledge

Advocacy and liaison

Counseling theory and clinical input

Education

Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling (CACREP or CHEA accredited)

CRC certification

Doctoral degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

CPRS

Job description

The Homeless Veteran Community Employment Coordinator (HVCEC) at the James H. Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical Center collaborates with VA and local programs to connect Veterans experiencing homelessness with competitive employment and supportive services.

This role requires a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling, CRC certification, and expertise in IPS, labor market analysis, and cross-agency partnership building to help Veterans obtain meaningful work and ongoing support.