Veteran Employment & Training Specialist

Veterans Inc.; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Veterans Inc. in Lewiston, ME seeks an Employment and Training Case Manager to reintegrate homeless and at-risk veterans into meaningful employment. You’ll assess clients, develop training plans, and connect them with resources, employers, and VA services to overcome barriers.

You’ll coordinate intake, track progress, and report data while building strong partnerships with local employers and veteran services to support timely transitions into the workforce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work or other related field required. Military experience could be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum of two years in Employment Training, Vocational Rehabilitation, Recruitment, Counseling, Outreach, or Homeless Services.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in working with veteran population preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle to travel for outreach.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to pass a background records check.

Responsibilities

• Daily functions include job coaching, resume building, job searches, and mock interviews.
• Performs initial intake and assessments of all veterans for acceptance into Veterans Inc. programs.
• Tracks case management progress and prepares monthly reports; coordinates with funding sources.
• Assists veterans with researching and accessing services from public sources or the VA.
• Conducts outreach activities to market Veterans Inc. programs and engage new referral sources.
• Understands DOL's Homeless Veterans' Reintegration Program and CODE functions and VA's VR&E functions and initiatives.
• Develops and maintains relationships with employers, career centers, veterans services agencies to smooth transitions.

Skills

Job coaching

Resume building

Outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services/ Social Work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Veterans Inc. in Lewiston, ME seeks an Employment and Training Case Manager to reintegrate homeless and at-risk veterans into meaningful employment. You’ll assess clients, develop training plans, and connect them with resources, employers, and VA services to overcome barriers.

You’ll coordinate intake, track progress, and report data while building strong partnerships with local employers and veteran services to support timely transitions into the workforce.