Veteran Employment Consultant-OKC

Voaok; Oklahoma City (OK); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

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

Résumé du poste

Volunteers of America Oklahoma is hiring a Veterans Employment Consultant to assist homeless veterans in obtaining meaningful employment and self-sufficiency in the Oklahoma City area.

The role focuses on intensive career navigation, partnering with local employers, and connecting veterans to essential services. A Bachelor's in Human Services or equivalent experience is required, with travel up to 30%.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in social services or related field.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to self-motivate, work with diverse populations and establish collaborative relationships.
• Must be able to work with individuals in crises and understand best practices for veterans.

Responsabilités

• Deliver intensive, individualized employment and supportive services to homeless veterans.
• Assist in partnering with local employers and advocate for veteran hiring preferences.
• Travel up to 30% within a 7-county area.
• Conduct outreach with community partners, veteran service organizations, employers, and educational institutions.
• Assess clients, determine job readiness, and identify strengths and barriers.

Connaissances

Social services

Communication skills

Driver's license

Crisis intervention

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Description du poste

OKC Location - Oklahoma City, OK 73116## Description**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.**Apply today and come be a part of the passion, the mission and the tradition!**.