Overview

Title: Veterans Resource Specialist

Civil Service Title: Community Service Aide

Overview: Provide information, referrals, and support to veteran’s populations throughout Middlesex County in regard to eligibility for services & service-related benefits.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterans and dependents in applying for benefits, Federal/state/local.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with public and other governmental agencies to cooperate with veterans’ programs.
• Develop partnerships with a network of community resources to provide health care, counseling, and transportation support services to veterans.
• Provide support for veteran’s events throughout the County.
• Serve as staff to the Middlesex County Veterans Advisory Council (MCVAC)
• Analyze and determine the impact upon veterans of new/revised federal and state legislation.
• Participate on councils, committees or task forces that develop special interest programs for veterans and dependents.
• Coordinate the distribution of flags, grave markers and wreaths to community groups for various events.
• Provide program oversight and case management for clients of the County Veterans Housing Assistance Program.
• Conduct public outreach on available VA benefits.
• Prepare and give presentations on veteran’s program and issues to Freeholder Board, outside agencies and the public.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelors degree required

Experience: Prior experience working with the Veteran population and prior experience in case management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

- Knowledge of Verterans services system

- Effective writing, communication, and computer technology skills 

- Public speaking ability