- Serve as an active part of the San Joaquin Valley Veterans (SJVV) case management team and carry out all required responsibilities as needed.
- Provide shallow subsidy case management services to low-income Veteran participants consistently throughout a 2-year period.
- Monitor income changes and assist with budgeting on at least quarterly basis.
- Demonstrate empathy and flexibility in responding to participants' needs and requests.
- Conducts comprehensive screenings and assessments with individuals (or families) to collect functional, environmental, psycho-social, financial, employment, housing, educational, and health information, as appropriate
- Assess barriers facing the clients and develop a case plan.
- Develop, implement and revise 90-day and 2-year housing stability plan with Veteran participants.
- Provide service linkages and support systems to ensure identified needs are met.
- Coordinates case conferences with residents, consults with service team, monitors progress of clients on case plan, assists clients to meet the agreed upon goals.
- Connect with landlords and familiarize them with the Shallow Subsidy, SSVF & HUD programs, and community resources to assist both tenants and landlords in the event of potential problems leading to eviction.
- Acts as advocate for client before judicial, community, social service, and administrative bodies as needed; facilitates educational workshops and client participation as appropriate.
- Demonstrate empathy and flexibility in responding to participants' needs and requests.
- Assist participants in locating or maintaining permanent housing.
- Completion of home visits and housing inspections as needed. Maintains contact with landlords to provide ongoing support.
- Complete documentation of services on appropriate, county specific forms per policy and procedure guidelines.
- Maintain client files according to company policy and contract requirements.
- Will receive referrals from community partner case managers, outreach workers, and concerned family and friends.
- Coordinate and partner with community resources to promote the well-being of the veterans (i.e. WestCare, assigned county, VA, Vet Center, county specific CoC). Develop and maintain working knowledge of available community resources, attend community meetings and act as liaison.
- Coordination of various services throughout several agencies.
- Establishes and maintains working relationships with employers, industry organizations, and public agencies to source job openings and secure employment and vocational training opportunities for clients.
- Work with Benefits Specialist to refer clients to specialized services, such as, job seeking skills training, job placement, vocational schools, welfare-to-work services, Compensated Work Therapy (CWT) program, work rehabilitation programs, etc.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and regular supervision.
- Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation.
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
- Ability to work collaboratively with others in a manner that is pleasant and professional.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Two (2) years case management or outreach experience.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
- Ability to operate and document in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook program formats.
- Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner.
- Ability to complete work tasks within scheduled work hours.
- Demonstrated ability to work with the underserved populations
- Veteran and/or military experience preferred
- Strong written and verbal skills.
- Be able to multi-task; and
- CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an Annual Tuberculosis test
- Valid drivers license and ability to operate motor vehicle.
- Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications.
- Must have own transportation to carry out job duties and responsibilities. The vehicle must meet legal requirements (insured, registered, etc.).
- Willing to seek out new work projects and contribute ideas and efforts to the constant improvement of WestCare services.
- Must have own transportation to carry out job duties and responsibilities. The vehicle must meet legal requirements (insured, registered, etc.).
- Willing to seek out new work projects and contribute ideas and efforts to the constant improvement of WestCare services.
- As mandated by Presidential Order all employees of WestCare Foundation, Inc. and all affiliates of WestCare Foundation, Inc. will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective 12/08/2021. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly.
- During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Psychology, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling or a related field is preferred.
- Valid drivers license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare's vehicle insurance is required.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain Fresno County Credentialing; and
- CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
- As mandated by Presidential Order all employees of WestCare Foundation, Inc. and all affiliates of WestCare Foundation, Inc. will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective 12/08/2021. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly.
- During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.
- Work is performed primarily in an office setting, as well as outdoor outreach.
- Some travel is required; and
- Some outdoor activities may be required.
- Requires mobility and physical activity: Having an adequate range of body motion and mobility to work in an office, residential, or outdoor environment including standing and walking (even and uneven surfaces), sitting for extended periods of time, bending, twisting, reaching, balancing, occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds. Use of computer and telephone systems is required which includes coordination of eye and hand, and fine manipulation by the hands (typing, writing, and working with files).
- Requires the ability to defend oneself and clients in physically abusive situations using approved physical de-escalation techniques.
- Requires talking:
-
Environmental Management System Manager
2 weeks ago
Saputo Tulare, United StatesAt Saputo, our best comes from our people. We're a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we've grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of ou ...
-
Store Associate, SEAS
2 weeks ago
NIKE Tulare, United StatesThe starting hourly rate for this position is $16.50/hour. · Information about benefits can be found here ) . · Nike Tulare is looking for the next Seasonal Store Associate to join our team and provide world-class service to the consumer: · What We're Looking For: · SERVES OUR CO ...
-
Store Associate, SEAS
3 weeks ago
NIKE Tulare, United StatesBecome a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team · NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thr ...
-
Environmental Management System Manager
1 week ago
Saputo Tulare, United StatesEnvironmental Management System Manager page is loaded · Environmental Management System Manager · Apply · locations · Tulare, CA · time type · Full time · posted on · Posted 2 Days Ago · job requisition id · JR42655 · At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We're a ...
-
Field Service Engineer
2 weeks ago
Tomra Systems ASA Visalia, United StatesCompany Description · TOMRA Food is a multinational organization and a leading provider of sensor-based sorting, peeling and integrated post-harvest solution for the food industries. Transforming global food production to maximize food safety and minimize food loss by making sur ...
-
Field Service Engineer
2 weeks ago
Tomra Visalia, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionCompany Description · TOMRA Food is a multinational organization and a leading provider of sensor-based sorting, peeling and integrated post-harvest solution for the food industries. Transforming global food production to maximize food safety and ...
-
Mental Health Clinician
3 weeks ago
Kern Community College District Porterville, United StatesBasic Function · Under the direction of the Director of Student Life, the Mental Health Clinician(s) works with the Director of Student Health & Wellness and the Director of Student Life to develop, implement and evaluate mental health services, policies and programs for the Dis ...
-
Mental Health Clinician
2 weeks ago
InsideHigherEd Porterville, United States Administrative Jobs ,· Mental Health Clinician (PC)(COF) · Kern Community College District · Salary: $91, $119,629.10 Annually · Job Type: · Job Number: FY · Location: Porterville, CA · Department: · Basic Function · Under the direction of the Director of Student Life, the Mental Health Clinician ...
-
new licensed clinical social worker
18 hours ago
Health Advocates Network Corcoran, United StatesHealth Advocates Network is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to work at a facility in Corcoran , California. This is a registry position with our company. · Pay Rate: $90 / hour · Job Details: · Area: Mental Health STRT Class: LCSW Shift: 1 Start: 07:00:00 End: 17 ...
-
pharmacy technician
18 hours ago
Health Advocates Network Corcoran, United StatesHealth Advocates Network is currently seeking a Pharmacy Technician to work at a facility in Corcoran , California . These are registry positions with our company, · Pay Rate: $22 / hour · Job Details: · Area: Medical OT-8HR Class: PHTEC Shift: 1 Start: 08:00:00 End: 16:30:00 · R ...
-
registered dietician
3 weeks ago
Health Advocates Network Corcoran, United StatesHealth Advocates Network is currently seeking a Registered Dietitian to work at a facility in Corcoran, California . These are registry positions with our company. · Pay Rate: $40 / hour · Job Details: · Area: Medical OT-8HR Class: RD Shift: 1 Start: 08:00:00 End: 16:00:00 · Resp ...
-
Bilingual Medicaid Eligibility Advocate
3 weeks ago
Adventist Health Selma Selma, United StatesDescription · Hourly Wage Estimate: $ $30.38 / hour · Learn more about the benefits offered for this job. · The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, ...
-
Travel Nurse RN
2 weeks ago
All's Well Healthcare Services - Travel Hanford, CA, United StatesAll's Well Healthcare Services - Travel is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Hanford, California. · Job Description & Requirements · Specialty: ED - Emergency Department · Discipline: RN · Duration: 13 weeks · Employment Type: Travel ...
-
Procurement Manager
2 weeks ago
Wonderful Citrus Delano, United StatesJob Description · Brightspeed has an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Manager to join our team Reporting to the Director, Sourcing & Procurement, you will focus on developing the vision and direction within the IT, Indirect, and Direct categories across the Brightspeed ent ...
-
Sr. HR Generalist
2 weeks ago
Wonderful Citrus Delano, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionCompany Description · Wonderful Citrus is America's largest integrated grower, shipper and packer of fresh citrus, including clementine/mandarin, navel and Valencia oranges; lemons; limes; grapefruits; and other citrus varieties. Wonderful Citrus ...
-
Licensed Mental Health Clinician
1 week ago
Kings County Hanford, United StatesSalary : $78, $95,430.40 AnnuallyLocation : Hanford, CAJob Type: Full-time permanentJob Number: Department: Behavioral Health AdministrationOpening Date: 07/01/2023Closing Date: ContinuousJOB OPPORTUNITYThe County of Kings is offering an exciting career opportunity for the positi ...
-
Licensed Mental Health Clinician
2 weeks ago
Kings County Hanford, United StatesSalary : $78, $95,430.40 Annually · Location : Hanford, CA · Job Type: Full-time permanent · Job Number: · Department: Behavioral Health Administration · Opening Date: 07/01/2023 · Closing Date: Continuous · JOB OPPORTUNITY · The County of Kings is offering an exciting ca ...
-
Field Service Engineer
1 week ago
TOMRA Collection Pty Ltd Visalia, United StatesTOMRA Food is a multinational organization and a leading provider of sensor-based sorting, peeling and integrated post-harvest solution for the food industries. Transforming global food production to maximize food safety and minimize food loss by making sure Every Resource Counts ...
-
Field Service Engineer
3 weeks ago
Tomra Visalia, United StatesCompany Description · TOMRA Food is a multinational organization and a leading provider of sensor-based sorting, peeling and integrated post-harvest solution for the food industries. Transforming global food production to maximize food safety and minimize food loss by making sur ...
-
Onsite Medical Representative
6 days ago
Amazon Visalia, United StatesThe Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) team is deeply committed to the safety and wellbeing of our people. WHS sets the strategic direction to provide resources, best practices, and safe environments to proactively manage the health and wellbeing of our workforce. To support ...
Veteran Advocate - Tulare, United States - WestCare Foundation
Description
Veteran AdvocateJob Details
Job Location
Tulare E Tulare Ave - Tulare, CA
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
Salary Range
$ $23.00 Hourly
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
Position Summary:
Person in this position will be primarily responsible for managing a caseload of low-income veteran participants.
The primary focus of this position will be on implementing the Shallow Subsidy initiative and developing best practices related to Shallow Subsidy, with the focus on the Housing First model and philosophy.
The Shallow Subsidy Advocate will utilize best practices and participant-centeredness.The Shallow Subsidy Advocate will assist Veteran Households in quickly maintaining or obtaining permanent housing, with a goal of achieving housing stability.
Essential job functions include those listed below and other duties may be assigned as needed.Essential Job Functions:
Essential Qualifications:
Certifications/Licenses:
Education:
Experience and Competencies:
Working Conditions:
The employee must be able to perform the following essential duties and activities with or without accommodation:
Physical Demands: