Veterans Support & Benefits Navigator

Westmoreland County; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Westmoreland County seeks a Veterans Services Coordinator to coordinate a range of services for veterans, including housing, mental health support, benefits navigation, and emergency assistance. You will collaborate with local agencies to improve veterans’ well-being and access to care.

This role emphasizes advocacy, data management, outreach, and program development under the Director of Veterans Affairs & Services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field, or combination of military service and relevant experience with veterans.
• Knowledge of veterans’ issues, mental health, and VA benefits and services.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with veterans, families, and community stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of local resources available to veterans.
• Experience in case management or social services is a plus.
• Understanding of confidentiality and ethical considerations in serving veterans.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mental health support and connect veterans to services.
• Assist veterans in securing stable housing by coordinating with housing agencies and navigators.
• Guide benefits navigation through VA and related agencies.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of local resources and provide timely referrals.
• Advocate for veterans with local government and nonprofits.
• Collaborate to design, implement, and evaluate new programs and initiatives.
• Conduct outreach and informational sessions about services and benefits.
• Maintain confidential records of services provided and outcomes.
• Provide emergency financial assistance referrals and follow-up.
• Conduct case management with follow-up between 2 weeks and 2 months.

Skills

Communication skills

Counseling

Case management

Public service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Experience with veterans services

Tools

Microsoft Office

VA regulations knowledge

Job description

Westmoreland County seeks a Veterans Services Coordinator to coordinate a range of services for veterans, including housing, mental health support, benefits navigation, and emergency assistance. You will collaborate with local agencies to improve veterans’ well-being and access to care.

This role emphasizes advocacy, data management, outreach, and program development under the Director of Veterans Affairs & Services.