What are the responsibilities and job description for the Eligibility Specialist, Staff Sgt. Fox Suicide Prevention position at UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL ALABAMA INC?
Job Description
Conducts client screenings for eligibility and provides administrative support for the SSG Fox Suicide Prevention program, which offers prevention services to qualifying Veteran families.
Responsibilities
- Conduct outreach and education with VA and community providers, to increase awareness of SSG Fox Program and identify eligible Veterans who may benefit from the program.
- Verify and document qualifying Veteran or military service status and all other SSG Fox eligibility requirements before services are provided.
- Complete required suicide-risk screening and document required eligibility information for SSG Fox compliance.
- Obtain and maintain required eligibility documentation, complete accurate participant records, and promptly refer eligible Veterans to the SSG Fox Case Manager for individualized services and follow-up.
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge and understanding of the SSG Fox grant program and community resources.
- Adhere and abide by guidelines to ensure eligibility determinations, screenings, documentation, and referrals comply with the SSG Fox Program Guide, VA requirements, grant requirements, and agency policies.
- Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge & Skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Office suite and Client Management System
Education/ Experience
Bachelor’s degree in social work, or a related field preferred; military experience preferred, combination of education and experience considered
1 year of relevant experience
Working Conditions
Normal office environment, some field work with occasional after-hours/weekend work
Travel required
Requirements
Must meet and maintain eligibility requirements to be insured by UWCA’s insurance
Valid Alabama driver’s license, reliable transportation and proof of automobile insurance commensurate with State law
Cell phone; background checks to include criminal record, drug screen & TB testing
United Way of Central Alabama Mission & Core Values
Mission: To increase the organized capacity of people to care for one another and to improve their community.
Core Values
- Put People First: Respect every person, value employees, foster inclusion, serve others, and lead by example.
- Serve the Community: Understand and meet community needs while making the community better through our work.
- Do the Right Thing: Act with integrity, honesty, transparency, accountability, and a commitment to excellence.
- Be Collaborative: Build strong teams and trusted partnerships, work strategically, and unite around shared goals and measures of success.