Do you want to make a difference in the lives of veterans and their families? As a Veterans Financial Case Manager, you will help veterans served by the SSVF team (Supportive Services for Veteran Families) find and secure housing, apply for benefits, and improve their financial literacy.
You will work with each veteran to assess their financial and housing needs, identify goals, and then provide case management to meet those goals. You will walk them through the application process for VA benefits, social security, and other resources and services that may be applicable. Building knowledge is essential to ongoing stability, so you will help veterans with their financial needs through one-on-one coaching on budgeting, monthly orientations for new clients, and an annual workshop at VA hospitals on financial literacy.
The culture at Thresholds is collaborative and supportive, providing you with the tools and resources you need for the best client care. Opportunities for training and professional development abound, including monthly in-house trainings to stay up-to-date on SSVF and VA protocol. This invaluable experience will set you up for a variety of career paths and growth opportunities within our organization.
To succeed in this role, you need:
Passion for supporting veterans and their families Effective communication and relationship-building skills Good writing and budgeting skills Strong time management and organization To be at least 21 years old To acquire SOAR certification within 6 months of hire (free online training)
Many education and experience paths are eligible for this role:
High school diploma or GED certificate Bachelor’s degree (social services preferred) Master’s degree (social services preferred) Experience working with veterans preferred Veterans encouraged to apply!
What sets Thresholds apart:
Competitive pay - Base Rate: $21.50 - $25.48 per hour / $44,720 - $53,000 Subject to increase based on education and experience Generous PTO (9 federal holidays, 8 days of sick leave, 15-22 days personal and vacation) Dental insurance, vision insurance, choice of 4 medical insurance plans 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match Robust employee assistance program (EAP) Mileage reimbursement Cell phone reimbursement (up to $50/month) Public service loan forgiveness Reimbursement for professional licensure and license renewal
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