SSVF Financial Literacy Coordinator

THE SALVATION ARMY

North and Central Illinois Division

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

JOB TITLE:                          SSVF Financial Literacy Coordinator – Region 1

                                                (Bloomington/Quincy IL-519 CoC/Burlington, IA)

LOCATION/DEPT:             Remote

REPORTS TO:                     SSVF Financial Literacy Supervisor

PEOPLE MANAGER:        No

FLSA CATEGORY:            Exempt, Full Time

PAY GRADE:                       205 – Grant Funded

PAY RATE:                          $41,527- $49,833 Annually

 

WHO WE ARE

At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to “Doing the Most Good”. We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. We do this through programs designed to combat homelessness and hunger, provide safe spaces for youth after school and on the weekends, achieve and maintain sobriety, and give hope to the hopeless. The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division provides these services to people in need.

 

JOB SUMMARY

NCI SSVF Financial Literacy Coordinator is a member of the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Team.  The goal of the SSVF Financial Literacy Coordinator is to support Veterans through the improvement of financial literacy leading to increased willingness to work and/or apply for benefits – Veteran’s benefits, SSI/SSDI/SS, ACA enrollment and public assistance programs and services.  The SSVF Financial Literacy Coordinator meets Veterans in their natural setting or remotely and provides support and education during appointments and benefits appeals processes.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Case Management (70%)

• Adheres to the Salvation Army Social Services Code of Ethics by providing services to all eligible Veterans and their families with dignity and respect, without discrimination. 
• Provides financial literacy services including education on budgeting, benefit planning, establishing savings to serve as a key bridge for members who may be reluctant to pursue employment or apply for entitlements, benefits, etc.
• Completes budget worksheet, budget reviews or financial assessments with Veterans enrolled in SSVF, and ensures documentation is in the Veteran’s electronic file.  Consults with Veterans case management team to ensure the financial plan is included in the Veteran’s Individual Service Plan (ISP).
• Utilizes coaching, motivational interviewing and harm reduction strategies to support movement to financial accountability and sustainability.
• Conducts ongoing workshops, one-on-one coaching and staff training with the overarching goal of improving member financial literacy (budgeting, benefit planning, establishing savings, etc.).  Coordinates at least one financial literacy workshop quarterly for Veterans enrolled in the SSVF program and explores partnerships with local banks to co-present.
• Supports and promotes participant self-advocacy and participation in decision-making, treatment and treatment planning.

• Provides assistance to participants in obtaining and coordinating other public benefits.
• Serves as a resource for income education and support tailored to the needs and desires of the Veteran.
• Provides employment education services, materials, and referrals to Veterans and their families, based on individual needs.
• Assists participant in obtaining all VA benefits for which they are eligible including income assistance, vocational and rehabilitation counseling, employment and training services, educational assistance, and health care services.
• Utilizes SIMS for data collection/case record in a timely and accurate manner (within 5 business days).
• Conduct home visits, when appropriate.
• Monitor progress of participants and maintain accurate documentation of progress toward financial literacy goals and services provided.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere throu