Veteran Employment Consultant

Paycom; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$500 Sign-On Bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Vacation, Sick Leave, 8 Paid Holidays

Short Term Disability

403-B Retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS

Job summary

Volunteers of America Oklahoma is seeking a Veterans Employment Consultant to help homeless veterans reintegrate into meaningful work across a seven-county area, delivering employment navigation and client-centered support.

You will partner with local employers, conduct outreach, assess readiness, and connect veterans to services while traveling up to 30% as needed to serve the program's goals. The role emphasizes empowerment and collaboration with community partners to maximize opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in social services or related field; crisis-capability preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in a human services discipline or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver intensive employment and supportive services to veterans.
• Partner with local employers and community partners to create opportunities.
• Assess readiness, address barriers, and refer to services as needed.
• Travel up to 30% within a 7-county area.

Skills

Self-motivation

Collaborative relationships

Diversity engagement

Crisis handling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services related field

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Lawton Office - Lawton , OK 73505, Position Type: Full Time, Travel Percentage: Some Travel, Job Shift: Day,

Our work touches the mind, body, heart, and ultimately the spirit - of those we serve,

integrating our deep compassion with highly effective programs and services

We are currently seeking a Veteran Employment Consultant to join our team in the Oklahoma City, OK area! Volunteers of America is one of the nation's largest comprehensive human services organizations with 16,000 mission-driven professionals, dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential.

Our Veterans Employment Services team partners with veterans to obtain long-term and meaningful employment and is tailored to meet the unique needs of veterans who are unemployed or under employed. The program assists veterans to apply skills and traits attained in military service to new civilian employment opportunities.

What You Will Do

As the Veterans Employment Consultant, you will deliver intensive, individualized employment and supportive services to homeless veterans through empowerment, client centered techniques, and employment assistance in order to return to self-sufficiency. The Veterans Employment Consultant delivers employment navigation and client-centered techniques to reintegrate homeless veterans into meaningful employment within the labor force and connect the veteran to effective service delivery agencies that will address the complex problems facing homeless veterans.

What's In It For You!

• $500 Sign-On Bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Vacation, Sick Leave, 8 Paid Holidays
• Short Term Disability
• 403-B Retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ask about qualifying for FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS

Qualifications: Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist Veterans Business Liaison in partnering with local employers in identifying employment opportunities for veterans and advocate for veteran preference to be incorporated into their hiring practices.
• Research and refer opportunities within institutions in the community that are suitable to the goals and work certification needs of clients in order to expand employment opportunities.
• Identify and refer institutions/agencies in the community that are suitable to the client's IEP goals.
• Conduct weekly outreach with community partners, veteran service organizations, employers, and educational institutions to find, assess, and enroll veterans into the program.
• Conduct client assessments, determine job readiness, and identify employment-related strengths and barriers.
• Attend outreach and Veteran-Centered seminars, workshops, and outside programs.
• Travel up to 30% within a 7-county area.

What You Will Bring:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in social services or related field, Behavioral Health Case Management experience is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services related field or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by the Director of Veterans services and the Director of Human Resources.
• Ability to self-motivate, work with diverse populations and establish collaborative relationships with community and organizational stakeholders.
• Must be able to work with individuals in crises and possess a thorough understanding of best practices in serving veterans in need.
• Military veteran experienced in working with people with addiction and/or mental health disorders preferred.
• Have reliable transportation, a valid Driver's License & proof of current liability automobile insurance (your name must be on the policy).

Volunteers of America Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities employer.