Veteran Housing Service Coordinator- (serving White River Junction/Springfield VT) at University of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont

Job Description:

Veteran Housing Service Coordinator- (serving White River Junction/Springfield VT)




The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.



Posting Summary


The Supportive Service for Veteran Families (SSVF) is a program that provides assistance to very low-income Veteran families who are experiencing homelessness and/or are at imminent risk of homelessness to gain and retain stable housing.



The SSVF Housing Service Coordinator provides case management and housing navigation services to Veterans throughout southern Vermont using the Housing First model and utilizes Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care to help Veterans and their families improve their quality of life and increase connection to stable permanent housing opportunities. This position plays a critical role by guiding low-income Veteran families through the housing stability process, connecting them to resources and providing direct assistance as needed, with the goal of stabilizing housing for Veteran families who are literally homeless and those who are in danger of losing their homes.




Please note that we are recruiting for five (5) Housing Services Coordinators to support Southern Northern Vermont. All applications will be accepted through this posting.



Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)



Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field, and two years of applicable experience required. Effective verbal and written communications skills and interpersonal skills required. Ability with training to use computerized case management applications to enter and track participant information; ability to understand and explain program details and workflow required.



Desirable Qualifications


Experiential knowledge as a military veteran and/or with homelessness; training, education, or experience with social services support desirable. Knowledge of the HUD Homeless Management Information System desired.



Anticipated Pay Range


$49,000 to $60,000/year



Other Information



Please note that we are recruiting for five (5) Housing Services Coordinators to support Southern Vermont. All applications will be accepted through this posting.




Special Conditions


Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Contingent on continued funding, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, This position is eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position



FLSA


Exempt



Union Position


Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)



Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)


7/2/2025



Open Until Filled


No



Department


COM Support Serv Vet Families/55020



Employee FTE


1.0



Employee Term


12



For full job description and to apply, visit https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/78354















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