Veteran Case Manager

Sep 1

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is currently seeking a Veteran Case Manager for Faith Mission in Fairfield County. Faith Mission is one of the largest homeless shelters in our area providing meals and shelter to men, women and Veterans with dignity and compassion.

The ideal candidate will share Our Mission: Creating a better world by serving people in need.

What will I do as a Veteran Case Manager with Lutheran Social Services?

Accepts referrals from the VA Homeless Coordinator and manages arrival of new veterans including transportation issues, bed assignment, etc.
Conducts intake interviews with vets and completes required paperwork, communicating benefits and limitations of the program.
Develops and maintains an on-going plan of action creating individual goals by assessing client strengths and needs. Makes appropriate client referrals to outside agencies as needed and assists clients in securing stable housing and income. Acts as a liaison and link for clients with outside community resources
Have active communication with the VA Homeless Coordinator and the VA clinic social worker.
Develop relationships with area veteran's organizations, VA Service Commission and area landlords.
Keeps monthly contact with veterans who have moved into the community to assure their continued stability.
Assists veterans with transportation to move into housing, grocery shopping, etc, by accessing Lancaster Transit and other options when possible.
Educates and assists veterans with medication management.
Conducts outreach efforts to external partners and educates them about the Veterans programs. Solicit, collect and organize area donations from the community.
Assists clients in the development of job and life skills as needed. This includes how to maintain their apartment, pay bills on time, apply for benefits, develop a budget and how to keep a job.
Establishes and maintains file, ensures timely, accurate, and complete documentation and statistics as required for the program.
Keeps a close eye on direct client assistance to conform to budget. Keeps accurate mileage documentation.