Intake Specialist Jobs

Level: Experienced
Job Location: USVETS Las Vegas Bonanza - Las Vegas, NV
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: Not Specified
Salary Range: $21.78 - $27.61 Hourly
Travel Percentage: Negligible
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Admin - Clerical
Description
Looking for a rewarding position? How would you like to serve those who served? If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a great organization & make a difference, this is the job for you! Come & join our winning team! Benefits include Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision and Company matching 401K
The Intake Specialist reports directly to the Program Coordinator for the program this position is assigned to. The Intake Specialist provides direct support to the program team and serves as the point of contact for program eligibility and the intake process. The main function of these programs is to assist homeless and at-risk veterans and their families in connecting to supportive services including Behavioral Health Care, V.A. Medical, Employment, and Housing
Classification: Non-Exempt
Responsibilities:

• Assists in maintaining archival of client inactive files.
• Performs data entry into the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) if appropriate.
• Tracks client entry/exits electronically and enters into program database.
• Assists with monthly aftercare follow-up procedures.
• Performs client intake process, intake packet completion, and program data entry for intakes and discharges as well as other client information as needed for program reporting.
• Provides direct and confidential support to management and staff members.
• Conducts individual or group program orientation for clients.
• Continuously ensures quality documentation effort.
• Assists with ensuring MyCaseRecords (MCR) documentation is up to date.
• Assists with communicating program guidelines to clients as well as community partners.
• Coordinates with the Program Coordinator, Case Managers, and Housing/Outreach Specialists with respect to monitoring and documentation of services.
• Assists in the purchasing and retrieving of necessary program supplies and office equipment.
• Performs screening and assessment for client eligibility.
• Assists clients with obtaining all necessary information need to be enrolled in program.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Assists in the production of client information and program data reports including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports using MCR data in addition to HMIS data.

U.S.VETS has various programs in which an Intake Specialist may be assigned to or work with to include Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) or Grant & Per Diem (GPD) Transitional Housing that may have additional program-specific duties as outlined below:

• The position may report to the SSVF Team Leader if applicable; otherwise reports to the SSVF Coordinator.
• For Intake Specialists working with the SSVF Program:
  • The position may report to the SSVF Team Leader if applicable; otherwise reports to the SSVF Coordinator.
  • Assists with compiling fund requests, submitting for payment, distribution of payment, and tracking of Temporary Financial Assistance.
  
  
• Assists with compiling fund requests, submitting for payment, distribution of payment, and tracking of Temporary Financial Assistance.

Qualifications
Requirements:

• One year of experience in social services or related field required. Employment at U.S.VETS for at least three months may substitute for one year of experience.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Bachelors degree in social services field or a related field preferred.
• Strong oral, written and communication skills.
• Detail oriented with effective organization skills.
• Ability to work within a team.
• Valid drivers license is required. Must meet company insurance requirements and complete a provided driver training course.
• Computer proficient in Microsoft Office and Internet.
• Experience working with homeless and/or veterans preferred.

United States Veterans Initiative is a non-profit organization whose mission is the successful transition of military veterans and their families through the provision of housing, counseling, career development and comprehensive support.
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