Employment & Case Management Specialist (52600)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Employment & Case Management Specialist for the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP) provides integrated employment and case management services to homeless Veterans and Veterans experiencing barriers to employment. The position assists Veterans in identifying and addressing barriers to employment, developing individualized goals, obtaining meaningful employment, and achieving long-term stability. The Specialist provides both direct case management and employment services while maintaining compliance with HVRP requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

- 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.

- Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries when working with program participants.

- Must embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation.

- Perform all other duties as assigned.