Veterans Financial Case Manager

Thresholds
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, sick time, 403(b), retirement plan, mileage reimbursement
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Dec 17, 2024
Description Do you want to make a difference in the lives of veterans and their families? As a Veterans Financial Case Manager, you will help veterans served by the SSVF team (Supportive Services for Veteran Families) find and secure housing, apply for benefits, and improve their financial literacy. You will work with each veteran to assess their financial and housing needs, identify goals, and then provide case management to meet those goals. You will walk them through the application process for VA benefits, social security, and other resources and services that may be applicable. Building knowledge is essential to ongoing stability, so you will help veterans with their financial needs through one-on-one coaching on budgeting, monthly orientations for new clients, and an annual workshop at VA hospitals on financial literacy. The culture at Thresholds is collaborative and supportive, providing you with the tools and resources you need for the best client care. Opportunities for training and professional development abound, including monthly in-house trainings to stay up-to-date on SSVF and VA protocol. This invaluable experience will set you up for a variety of career paths and growth opportunities within our organization. To succeed in this role, you need: Passion for supporting veterans and their families Effective communication and relationship-building skills Good writing and budgeting skills Strong time management and organization To be at least 21 years old To acquire SOAR certification within 6 months of hire (free online training) Many education and experience paths are eligible for this role: High school diploma or GED certificate Bachelor's degree (social services preferred) Master's degree (social services preferred) Experience working with veterans preferred Veterans encouraged to apply! What sets Thresholds apart: Competitive pay - Base Rate: $21.50 - $25.48 per hour / $44,720 - $53,000 Subject to increase based on education and experience Generous PTO (9 federal holidays, 8 days of sick leave, 15-22 days personal and vacation) Dental insurance, vision insurance,choice of 4 medical insurance plans 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match Robust employee assistance program (EAP) Mileage reimbursement Cell phone reimbursement (up to $50/month) Public service loan forgiveness Reimbursement for professional licensure and license renewal Thresholds is a mission-driven agency with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster an environment where all feel valued and respected, a place where every employee can be themselves, thrive, and support the agency's mission. Click here to learn more. One of the oldest and largest community mental health organizations in Illinois, we pride ourselves in being a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and one of Chicago's 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, several years in a row. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)