Employment and Training Specialist Grant Lead Lewiston, ME

Veterans Inc. the largest provider of services to veterans and their families throughout New England is looking for a professional that is highly motivated and goal oriented to fill the Grant Lead Employment & Training position and become a valued member of Veterans Inc. team!

This individual is responsible for client assessments career/employment training career/employment counseling and advocacy outreach for homeless/at-risk veterans attending networking events and career/employment fairs and establishing/maintaining positive professional relationships with local employers.

WHAT YOULL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAY TO DAY:

• Responsible for monitoring grant goals and needs; while also addressing issues and concerns with Regional Manager within a timely manner. Monitor and document accurate data into the Veterans Employment & Training Operations and Programs Activity Report (VOPAR) system and abiding by organizational and DOL data needs and requests.
• Responsible for understanding grant requirements and achieving goal outcomes as established by Veterans Inc. and DOL/VA. Responsible for completion and accuracy of necessary grant and contract reporting. Conducts audits of client files as necessary to ensure proper data documentation and audit readiness.
• Performs initial intake and assessments of all veterans for acceptance into Veterans Inc. programs. Assists veterans in developing individual training plans that will fit their specific needs and skills.
• Tracks and reports case management progress through case notes and conferences with the manager completes record keeping/documentation responsibilities for monthly reporting into the agency database and coordinates with all funding sources.
• Understands all Department of Labors (DOL) Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP) functions and initiatives. Understands the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) functions and initiatives.
• Conducts outreach activities to market Veterans Inc. programs and engage new referral sources.
• Creates and maintains information on the various retraining options available for veterans. Organizes and presents job readiness workshops and develops other support services (interviews skills resume writing etc.) tailored to meet the unique needs of veterans. Creates and maintains information on the various retraining options available for veterans.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:

• Bachelors degree in Human Services Social Work or other related field required. Military experience will be considered in lieu of a Bachelors.
• Minimum of two years experience in Human Services Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling Social Work or relevant area required.
• Must be able to successfully pass a CORI/Background records check.
• Compliance with Veterans Inc. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Religious and Medical Exemptions are considered.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full Time employees includes:

• BCBS Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• $2500 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.
• Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid Parental Leave

For more information or to apply now; visit our website. Please do not mail email or fax your cover letter/resume as we are limited to only accepting completed applications through our career page. Mailed emailed or faxed cover letter resume and applications will not be reviewed.

Veterans Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation age marital status disability gender identity or protected Veteran status. If you need assistance completing an application please contact .

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agencies are requested not to contact Veterans Inc. with recruiting inquiries.

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