Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

Duties

• The incumbent in this position functions as the Case Manager for Montana Veterans Affairs Health Care System's (MTVAHCS) Housing and Urban Development-VA Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program
• The HUD-VASH program falls within the Homeless Programs of the Mental Health Service
• The incumbent is responsible for coordination of case management services for Veterans receiving housing supported by HUD-VASH Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) both at the medical center and in the community
• HUD-VASH is an intensive case management program for chronically homeless and other vulnerable homeless Veterans
• The program combines rental assistance for homeless Veterans through HUD and case management and clinical services provided by the VA
• HUD-VASH utilizes the principles of Housing First - Harm Reduction and a team-based model of care aimed at assisting Veterans in maintaining stable housing
• The incumbent empowers and respects the Veteran's right to self-determination while helping the Veteran identify and articulate their strengths - needs - abilities and preferences
• The incumbent utilizes Housing First - Harm Reduction and other evidence-based practice models to promote Veteran engagement and self-efficacy
• The incumbent assists Veterans in development of their self-identified goals and assists Veterans in removing barriers to achieve their stated goals
• The incumbent works with Veterans to develop structure and meaningful purpose to their day
• The incumbent promotes housing retention and stability
• This includes but is not limited to helping Veterans understand their lease agreement - develop money management and budgeting skills - establish healthy boundaries - learn how to effectively communicate with landlords and PHAs and navigate the recertification process as needed
• The incumbent is responsible for completing the following duties/responsibilities: Provides outreach services to engage homeless Veterans - especially those who are chronically homeless and are highly vulnerable
• Conducts comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments to ensure appropriateness of placement into the program - determine acuity status and identify needs
• Performs site visits of HUD-VASH residences to ensure that Veterans reside in safe environments in compliance with local housing codes
• Collects and submits HUD-VASH Program participant data within three business days as outlined by HOMES evaluation procedures
• Documents all contacts in the Veterans CPRS file in accordance with local documentation policies
• Develops an individualized Housing Stability Plan with each HUD-VASH Veteran that identifies Veteran goals using their own words and steps to achieve those goals
• Assists Veterans through the voucher application process from referral to voucher issuance - helps Veterans complete application packets and assists in obtaining all necessary documentation required by the Public Housing Authority (PHA)
• Provides housing search assistance to include transportation to view units as needed
• Makes regular home visits based on the Veterans acuity level to assess housing stability - social and community integration and recovery progress
• Involves Veterans in the development of disaster planning and provides relevant local emergency response resources
• Obtains Release of Information (ROI) consents - when possible - with all community providers and housing stakeholders to ensure comprehensive coordination of services and collaboration
• Meets regularly with landlords and PHA officials - conducting landlord outreach events as needed
• Assists Veterans with pursuing employment to increase their income and integrate into the community
• Assists Veterans in determining eligibility and applying for non-service-connected pension - service-connected compensation - applying for mainstream entitlement benefits and/or state and county benefits
• Provides individual - family and group counseling as appropriate
• Assists Veterans in completing Advance Directives as appropriate
• Provides wellness/prevention education as appropriate
• Participates in committee assignments - as deemed necessary by the supervisor
• Assists Veterans in coping with loss and grief experiences
• Ensures individual productivity is maintained at the established level
• Maintains familiarity with and responsibility for all performance measures relating to the HUDVASH Program
• All other duties as assigned
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: May be Available Telework: AD-HOC Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Functional Statement #: 436-53398-A - 436-53399-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact michael.warner3@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
• Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required