Job Description
Join the mission to serve our nation's heroes! The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Louisville, KY has an urgent opening for a dedicated Veterans Affairs Specialist. This critical role provides direct support to veterans and their families navigating VA benefits, healthcare services, and transition programs. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the profound satisfaction of making a tangible difference in veterans' lives. Immediate start date available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Process and adjudicate VA benefit claims with 99% accuracy
- Conduct comprehensive eligibility assessments for healthcare programs
- Provide crisis intervention and resource referrals for veterans
- Collaborate with VA medical centers and community partners
- Maintain confidential case records in VA systems (VBA/VISN)
- Develop individualized transition plans for separating service members
- Lead outreach initiatives to underserved veteran populations
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Social Work, or related field
- 2+ years of experience with veteran services or federal programs
- Proficiency in VA claims processing systems (VBMS, VBA)
- VA Form 10-2850c certification preferred
- Ability to obtain and maintain Secret security clearance
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Spanish bilingual skills highly desirable