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PURSUE YOUR PASSION, Not Just Another Job!

Veterans Village of San Diego is looking for employees who are passionate about serving all veterans. Changing the life of a vet takes a whole lot of work. It also takes dedication and commitment to our motto: Leave No One Behind. But the rewards are out of this world! We work hard, but we also enjoy having fun together. If you wish to be a part of this team and are ready to work for a cause then VVSD is the place to start!

Compensation:

$22 per hour

Job Summary:
The Intake Coordinator meets with clients and assesses their eligibility and readiness to work with the SSVF Program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct in-depth assessment and intake assessment of all clients to determine program eligibility
Identify housing barriers upon intake including but not limited to; tenant history, financial history, social supports, criminal history, employment history and other presenting barriers
Prepare daily status reports and monthly reports
Maintain demographic and other needed information regarding all clients seeking assistance
Develop new resources for un-met client needs and program expansion in conjunction with SSVF case managers
Conduct outreach to various community-based programs and organizations to discuss referrals and attend community-based and program based meetings
Assure that each applicant is provided appropriate services or referrals and utilizes program components that are consistent with the clients service needs
Establish and maintain both an intake schedule and if needed, a waiting list for prospective clients
Respond to queries from prospective clients and referral sources in timely manner
Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or Social Work or related field preferred
At least 6 months paid experience in Human Services field preferred
Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
Must have good data entry skills
Knowledge of HMIS a plus.
Prefer prior experience working with homeless population
Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and thrive in a challenging situation
Able to change priorities at a moment’s notice
Prefer knowledge of community resources for veterans
Self-motivated and able to work with little oversight
Team player
Able to work with diverse population
Basic understanding of veterans’ benefits and issues
Must be able to fluently read, write and communicate in English
Must be able to comfortably, both mentally and physically, perform all aspects of job description
Must be able to sit comfortably for long periods
Valid California driver’s license, current vehicle insurance
Must be able to pass background check and drug screen
Veteran Status a Plus!

Physical Requirements:

Ability to bend and lift light objects
Ability to sit for extended periods of time while viewing a computer monitor
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
Capable of hearing and speaking to exchange information
Seeing to read reports and data
Ability to speak English
Must be able to work in a noisy, busy environment.

Intake Coordinator

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