Veterans Outreach and Recovery Coordinator (Project Positions)
Brown County, Wisconsin
Employer: State of Wisconsin
Industry: Veterans Affairs
Salary: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Job type: Full-Time
Introduction
Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
Making a difference in the lives of Wisconsin veterans
The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) currently has multiple openings for project Human Services Program Coordinators (Veterans Outreach and Recovery Coordinator). These positions work as part of the Veterans Outreach and Recovery Program (VORP) within their assigned region and assist with referring area veterans to available services.
These positions are project positions and are scheduled to end June 30, 2025. Project positions are eligible for benefits including health insurance, but the incumbent does not attain permanent civil service status.
Current Regional Vacancies
Region 1 - Grant, Green, Iowa, Lafayette, and Rock Counties
Region 8 - Clark, Marathon, Taylor, and Wood Counties
Region 11 - Brown, Calumet, Door, Kewaunee Counties
Each position's headquarter city will be located within its assigned region and based on the selected candidate's location. When applying please be sure to select ALL counties in the assigned region. To view the assigned regions for each VORP position, please refer to the regional map below. Click on the map for an expanded view.
WDVA employees have access to an excellent comprehensive benefit and compensation package , this includes paid time off so you can truly have a work/life balance! Our competitive benefits package also includes:
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a talented and diverse workforce .
Position Summary
These positions serve as WDVA Regional Program Coordinators, providing a vast array of support services for Wisconsin veterans and their families throughout each position's assigned region. The incumbents conduct outreach support in the form of case management to veterans, ensuring connection to continual and effective treatment. These positions provide life sustaining and betterment resources to veterans and their families which may include behavioral health, housing, and employment resources.
The incumbents of these positions also provide liaison support to community and government organizations which serve Wisconsin's veteran population; promoting veterans' benefits to maximize delivery to Wisconsin veterans. Other duties include attending events such as workshops, town hall meetings, stand-downs, and benefit fairs.
For reference see a full copy of the position description .
Salary Information
The starting pay rate for these Human Services Program Coordinator positions is between $25.00 and $30.00 an hour ($52,000 and $62,400 annually). Current state employees' pay will be based on the provisions in the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan. This classification is in Pay Schedule 07, Pay Range 04.
Job Details
WDVA will conduct criminal background checks prior to an offer of hire.
Due to the nature of this position's duties, the work location may at times include confinement facilities such as jails and/or prison facilities as well as facilities that serve homeless populations.
This position will require frequent travel primarily within the assigned region which may necessitate driving and/or working in remote areas. This position may also periodically work evening and weekend hours.
The incumbent must possess or be eligible to obtain a valid Wisconsin driver's license prior to appointment and meet and maintain the standards for driving a state vehicle according to fleet management policies .
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship) at the time of application. The WDVA does not sponsor work or student visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.
Qualifications
In their application materials, minimally qualified applicants will provide details on their experience with:
How To Apply
To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service . A current resume and letter of qualifications must be attached to the online application.
Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications for your application and what should be included in these materials, click here .
Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to an interview.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.
Veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability rating are eligible for non-competitive appointments. If you meet this eligibility criteria, please send a letter of qualifications, resume, DD-214 (honorable discharge), and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below. Current state employees in permanent positions are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.
Questions can be directed to Kevin Roberts at kevin.roberts@wi.gov or (608) 267-7297.
Deadline to Apply
All application materials must be received by 11:59 PM on September 9, 2024.
Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
Making a difference in the lives of Wisconsin veterans
The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) currently has multiple openings for project Human Services Program Coordinators (Veterans Outreach and Recovery Coordinator). These positions work as part of the Veterans Outreach and Recovery Program (VORP) within their assigned region and assist with referring area veterans to available services.
These positions are project positions and are scheduled to end June 30, 2025. Project positions are eligible for benefits including health insurance, but the incumbent does not attain permanent civil service status.
Current Regional Vacancies
Region 1 - Grant, Green, Iowa, Lafayette, and Rock Counties
Region 8 - Clark, Marathon, Taylor, and Wood Counties
Region 11 - Brown, Calumet, Door, Kewaunee Counties
Each position's headquarter city will be located within its assigned region and based on the selected candidate's location. When applying please be sure to select ALL counties in the assigned region. To view the assigned regions for each VORP position, please refer to the regional map below. Click on the map for an expanded view.
WDVA employees have access to an excellent comprehensive benefit and compensation package , this includes paid time off so you can truly have a work/life balance! Our competitive benefits package also includes:
- Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
- Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits .
- An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a talented and diverse workforce .
Position Summary
These positions serve as WDVA Regional Program Coordinators, providing a vast array of support services for Wisconsin veterans and their families throughout each position's assigned region. The incumbents conduct outreach support in the form of case management to veterans, ensuring connection to continual and effective treatment. These positions provide life sustaining and betterment resources to veterans and their families which may include behavioral health, housing, and employment resources.
The incumbents of these positions also provide liaison support to community and government organizations which serve Wisconsin's veteran population; promoting veterans' benefits to maximize delivery to Wisconsin veterans. Other duties include attending events such as workshops, town hall meetings, stand-downs, and benefit fairs.
For reference see a full copy of the position description .
Salary Information
The starting pay rate for these Human Services Program Coordinator positions is between $25.00 and $30.00 an hour ($52,000 and $62,400 annually). Current state employees' pay will be based on the provisions in the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan. This classification is in Pay Schedule 07, Pay Range 04.
Job Details
WDVA will conduct criminal background checks prior to an offer of hire.
Due to the nature of this position's duties, the work location may at times include confinement facilities such as jails and/or prison facilities as well as facilities that serve homeless populations.
This position will require frequent travel primarily within the assigned region which may necessitate driving and/or working in remote areas. This position may also periodically work evening and weekend hours.
The incumbent must possess or be eligible to obtain a valid Wisconsin driver's license prior to appointment and meet and maintain the standards for driving a state vehicle according to fleet management policies .
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship) at the time of application. The WDVA does not sponsor work or student visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.
Qualifications
In their application materials, minimally qualified applicants will provide details on their experience with:
- Providing program outreach (e.g., initiate face-to-face meetings with clients, identify outreach opportunities, organize events, distribute program resources, etc.); and
- Conducting case management (e.g., work with clients on service referrals, perform initial client screening, maintain case management records, etc.).
How To Apply
To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service . A current resume and letter of qualifications must be attached to the online application.
Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications for your application and what should be included in these materials, click here .
Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to an interview.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.
Veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability rating are eligible for non-competitive appointments. If you meet this eligibility criteria, please send a letter of qualifications, resume, DD-214 (honorable discharge), and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below. Current state employees in permanent positions are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.
Questions can be directed to Kevin Roberts at kevin.roberts@wi.gov or (608) 267-7297.
Deadline to Apply
All application materials must be received by 11:59 PM on September 9, 2024.
Created: 2024-08-27
Reference: 15297
Country: United States
State: Wisconsin
City: Brown County
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