Veteran Reintegration & Employment Specialist

WestCare Inc; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Foundation in Visalia, CA seeks an Employment & Case Management Specialist for the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP). You will provide integrated employment and case management services to Veterans, helping identify barriers, develop goals, obtain employment, and achieve long-term stability.

Responsibilities include assessments, service planning, advocacy, referrals to housing, benefits, health services, and employers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of labor market trends, resume writing, and interview coaching.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills with employers and service providers.
• Experience with data tracking, case management systems, and program reporting.
• Commitment to serving veterans and assisting in their reintegration into the workforce.
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify Veterans' strengths, employment goals, barriers, and supportive service needs.
• Develop and monitor individualized service plans focused on employment and long-term stability.
• Provide case management, advocacy, and referrals to housing, transportation, VA benefits, behavioral health, workforce development, and other community resources.
• Provide employment services including job coaching, resume development, interview preparation, job-search assistance, and employment readiness training.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employers, workforce agencies, Veteran service organizations, and community partners to create employment opportunities.
• Assist Veterans with overcoming barriers that may interfere with obtaining or maintaining employment.
• Facilitate and/or participate in employment workshops, job fairs, hiring events, outreach activities, and Veteran-focused community events.
• Monitor employment placements and provide follow-up services to support job retention.
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes, participant records, employment documentation, and required HVRP data.
• Track participant progress, employment outcomes, and retention outcomes to support program reporting and performance requirements.
• Ensure services and documentation are provided in accordance with HVRP requirements and WestCare policies.

Skills

Networking

Case management

Job coaching

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

WestCare Foundation in Visalia, CA seeks an Employment & Case Management Specialist for the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP). You will provide integrated employment and case management services to Veterans, helping identify barriers, develop goals, obtain employment, and achieve long-term stability.

Responsibilities include assessments, service planning, advocacy, referrals to housing, benefits, health services, and employers.