Veterans Services Officer, VA Certified

Visiting Nurse Service of New York • New York, NY • 2h ago

Overview Counsels and assists clients in the utilization of appropriate resources, identification of deficiencies, and the development of strategies to initiate actions necessary to obtain the proper benefits in which clients are entitled. Helps military veterans and their families navigate the complex process of accessing benefits and services from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and other agencies. Coordinates and facilitates the development of relationships and referrals from veteran focused Community Based Organizations and others organizations with a shared interest in veteran issues and concerns to ensure the veteran community receives appropriate VNS Health services. Promotes VNS Health as the provider of choice to meet veteran patient needs. Works under general supervision. What We ProvideReferral bonus opportunitiesGenerous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidaysHealth insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life DisabilityEmployer-matched retirement saving fundsPersonal and financial wellness programsPre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent careGenerous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degreesOpportunities for professional growth and career advancementInternal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunitiesWhat You Will DoAssists veterans and their families in creating a claim, obtaining documentation, and submitting to the Veterans Administration accurately and timely.Prepares necessary forms including appeals.Advocate on behalf of veterans during hearings or appeals.Provides information on other benefit eligibility, and connects veterans and their families to other community resources as well as government and private organizations.Provides guidance on navigating the VA system and other veteran-related resources.Conduct informational sessions and outreach events to educate veterans about their rights and benefits.Provides outreach and education to veteran organizations, community centers, caregiver coalitions, etc. regarding the importance of connecting with veterans benefits as well as the wide range of VNS Health services that can support successful community living.Establishes a wide-range of community relationships to generate veteran referrals and admissions.Links and facilitates rapid referral and service provision for veterans in need of care and monitors referral process.Collaborates with VNS Health internal teams to ensure a positive veteran patient experience.Provides education in-services for both internal and external customers.Tracks veteran patient data and outreach activity.Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement meetings related to improved quality patient care.Acts as a VNS Health representative at institutional and community programs and functions.Provides strategic insights to the departmentParticipates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications Licenses and Certifications:Certification as a Veteran Service Officer by the Veterans Administration. This position is an accredited representative as prescribed by the Code of Federal Regulations 14.629 (a)(1)(i)(ii), for the purpose of representing claimants before the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in matters pertaining to claims of veterans, widows, and orphans. required Education:Bachelor's Degree in related field or the equivalent work experience required Work Experience:Minimum of two years of experience in human services, sales or marketing, preferably in a healthcare setting requiredKnowledge of VA healthcare system and benefits, including knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid preferredExceptional customer service skills requiredEffective oral and written communication and presentation skills requiredProficiency in personal computer operations including MS Office

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