Veterans Services Advocate

Snohomish County; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Snohomish County's Human Services Department is seeking a full-time Veterans Service Officer in the Behavioral Health and Veterans Services Division in Everett. The role focuses on assisting homeless or at-risk Veterans and their families, connecting them with housing, VA benefits, and community resources.

You will manage caseloads, coordinate rental assistance, conduct outreach across the county, collaborate with county partners, and ensure timely processing of vouchers and services for

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field plus 2 years office experience with veterans' services.

Responsibilities

• Interview veterans to determine eligibility for emergency vouchers and related services.
• Issues vouchers for emergency financial assistance and enters data into client database.
• Assist clients in filing claims with the Federal Department of Veterans Affairs for VA entitlements and benefits.

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Job description

Snohomish County's Human Services Department is seeking a full-time Veterans Service Officer in the Behavioral Health and Veterans Services Division in Everett. The role focuses on assisting homeless or at-risk Veterans and their families, connecting them with housing, VA benefits, and community resources.

You will manage caseloads, coordinate rental assistance, conduct outreach across the county, collaborate with county partners, and ensure timely processing of vouchers and services for