Benefits and Employment Navigator at Society of… · Louisville

• Base Pay: 15.00 - 15.00 / Hour
• Job Category: Non-Profit, Assist Veterans
• Employee Type: FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree: High school

Description

The VA Benefits and Employment Navigator is a peer, with lived experience, who assists individuals experiencing homelessness to access mainstream benefits that they are eligible for; like job training, health insurance, Social Security Disability, food stamps, etc. Hiring preference will be given to Veterans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist Clients directly or on their behalf to facilitate access to benefits and services such as primary medical care, social services, housing, entitlements, and benefits; assist clients with any necessary paperwork, compiling eligibility documentation required by other service providers, and other tasks required to connect clients to needed services
• Engage in outreach efforts with clients – including phone calls, emails, outreach letters, and home visits – when clients miss an appointment. Build rapport with current clients at the overnight shelter to build a caseload
• Transport and support Clients with specific needs, mental health limitations, or other barriers to appointments or offices as needed to complete their applications for benefits and services
• Educate and monitor Clients on issues related to applying for benefits and services
• Connect with community resources to arrange job fairs, employment services, and job placement projects
• Work collaboratively with case managers to receive referrals for advocacy services, and follow up with case managers about progress on goals
• Maintain an up-to-date record of services as dictated by documentation standards
• Serve as a programmatic representative with outside agencies; conduct necessary outreach efforts
• Coordinate the provision of HIV and mental health treatment services with case managers and/or counselors of Clients
• Attend all-staff meetings, supervision and mandatory trainings
• Participate actively in team efforts, as assigned
• Special Projects as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Authentic interpersonal capacity for empathic understanding and nonjudgmental attitude when engaging with Clients with mental health problems
• Strong knowledge of local resources and application processes for benefits
• Experience applying for mainstream benefits successfully
• Experience working with diverse communities, including LGBT, substance users and communities of color

Reporting to this position: None

Requirements

Education, Qualifications, Certifications, Trainings, Licenses:

• High School graduate or equivalent
• SOAR certification (SVDP will provided if the successful candidate is not certified)
• Peer Support Certification preferred
• A combination of education, training and experience that results in demonstrated proficiency to perform the work may be substituted
• Commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of St. Vincent de Paul Louisville
• Successfully pass any required pre-employment background and drug screening
• Valid Driver’s license

Summary

St Vincent de Paul, Louisville (SVDP) is one of the longest serving social charities in Louisville. Through our homeless shelters, supportive housing programs, professional case management, clinical services, Open Hand Kitchen, Food Pantry, and retail thrift stores, we house, feed, and support those in need with compassion and dignity.

Why Work With Us?

At SVDP, we believe in more than just a job! We offer our team a sense of purpose and pride in serving others. As part of our mission-driven team, eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and growth.

Benefits Include:

Available Immediately Upon Hire:

• Paid holidays
• Free meals provided daily in our Open Hand Kitchen
• Free on-site parking
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free counseling services
• Thrift store employee discount
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Phone reimbursement (if applicable)

Available After 30 Days of Employment (Following the First of the Month):

• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Accident
• Critical Illness & Cancer
• Additional Voluntary Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – SVDP matches $ for $ up to $500/single ($20.83 per pay) and $1000/Family ($41.66 per pay)

Available After 90 Days of Employment (Following the First of the Month):

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • SVDP matches up to 3% after one year of service (hours must be met)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Begins accruing on your first day and is available after 90 days
• Opportunity to discuss flexible schedule

Available After 6 Months of Employment:

• Access to Advanced Education and Training
  • Clinical supervision support for employees in the Social Work/Human Services field pursuing higher credentialing
• Eligibility to apply for internal job opportunities

Additional Information

• Annual Number of Hours: 2080