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Advertising/Posting Title Veteran Housing Service Coordinator- Serving North East Kingdom Region VT

Posting Summary

The Supportive Service for Veteran Families ( SSVF ) is a program that provides assistance to very low-income Veteran families who are experiencing homelessness and/or are at imminent risk of homelessness to gain and retain stable housing.

Our team provides case management and housing navigation services to Veterans in northern Vermont and Clinton County, NY using the Housing First model and utilizes Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care to help Veterans and their families improve their quality of life and increase connection to stable permanent housing opportunities. This position plays a critical role by guiding low-income Veteran families through the housing stability process, connecting them to resources and providing direct assistance as needed, with the goal of stabilizing housing for Veteran families who are literally homeless and those who are in danger of losing their homes. This position services the Northeast Kingdom area.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field and two years of applicable experience required. Effective verbal and written communications skills and interpersonal skills required. Ability with training to use computerized case management applications to enter and track participant information; ability to understand and explain program details and workflow required.

Desirable Qualifications

Experiential knowledge as a military veteran and/or with homelessness; training, education, or experience with social services support desirable. Knowledge of the HUD Homeless Management Information System desired.

Anticipated Pay Range 50,000-60,000

Other Information

Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Contingent on continued funding, Travel to and from worksites required, This position is eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Position located in different city

FLSA Exempt

Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location Newport, Vermont

Job Open Date 11/25/2024

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Information

Position Title Outreach Professional

Posting Number S5402PO

Department COM Support Serv Vet Families/55020

Position Number 00026831

Employee FTE 1.0

Employee Term 12

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Documents Needed to Apply

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+ Resume

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