Intake Coordinator, VRC-DMC - Veterans Village of San Diego : Job Details

Veterans Village of San Diego is looking for employees who are passionate about serving all veterans. Changing the life of a vet takes a whole lot of work. It also takes dedication and commitment to our motto: Leave No One Behind. But the rewards are out of this world! We work hard, but we also enjoy having fun together. If you wish to be a part of this team and are ready to work for a cause, not just a paycheck, then VVSD is the place to start!

We have a dynamic opening for an Intake Coordinator, VRC-DMC. The Intake Coordinator is the DMC's Programs primary contact with applicants and referral sources. The Intake Coordinator ensures everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Throughout the intake process, the Intake Coordinator is tasked with specific responsibilities that meet Drug Medi-Cal funding and contractual requirements and program goals. By maintaining high standards of care, the Intake Coordinator facilitates the intake process, reviews forms, beneficiary handbook, grievance and appeal policy and process, ensures all components of the intake process have been completed, and successfully transfers the new resident to an assigned case manager. The Intake Coordinator also conducts outreach to various community-based organizations to discuss referrals and attends appropriate community-based and program-based meetings.

If you are compassionate and committed to successful outcomes, this is the position for you!

• Masters Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field
• Must meet the requirements for LPHA and have proof of active licensure or registered Intern status
• At least 2 years of paid experience in an adult residential treatment setting
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel and exhibit good data entry skills
• Prefer prior experience working with the homeless population
• Knowledge of community resources for veterans
• Must have good time management skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work with a diverse population
• Basic understanding of veterans benefits and issues
• Ability to fluently read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to comfortably, both mentally and physically, perform all aspects of job description
• Valid California drivers license, current vehicle insurance
• Veteran Status a Plus!

• Ability to bend and lift light objects
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time while viewing a computer monitor
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
• Capable of hearing and speaking to exchange information
• Seeing to read reports and data
• Must be able to work in a noisy, busy environment.