Veteran System Specialist
The HLA’s Veteran Services team works in concert with partner agencies and Street Outreach teams to:
Build relationships with eligible Veterans experiencing homelessness
Assist with connections to service providers for benefits and housing.
Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Salary, Benefits, and Work Environment:
Responsible for the recruitment for and convening of Veteran-related CoC meetings, including:
Ongoing development and maintenance of Veteran-specific Homeless Crisis Matrixes.
Implement and develop SMART goals to meet the Veteran Benchmarks.
Assist with ongoing development and implementation of the Veteran Written Standards.
Requirements - Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Familiarity with (veteran) homelessness, poverty, housing, mental health, and human services.
Strong relationship builder and communicator with a customer service focus.
Ability to learn, understand, and adhere to HUD guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Ability to form partnerships in the community and seek out community resources.
Strong organizational, time management, and data management skills.
Proven ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team.
Must be willing to participate in the Agency Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) process.
Demonstration of mission-driven attitude supplemented with integrity and passion.
Adherence to the highest ethical standards, personally and professionally.