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13 people are interested
Library Veterans Benefits Coach
ORGANIZATION: Stanislaus County
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13 people are interested
Serve as a point of contact to ensure that veterans and veteran families of every era know how to get connected to the state and federal benefits and services they have earned through military service. Staff a Veterans Resource Station in the library for a minimum of one 2-hour shift per week to meet with veterans and/or family members. Serve as an expert listener and initial problem solver. Maintain data on number of veterans/family members served, types of questions asked, referrals made, and issues/topic areas needed, but not covered in the library's collection. Qualifications: Interest in helping and serving veterans and their families; Familiarity with military life, veterans' issues, reintegration challenges, or willingness to learn, Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect personal boundaries.
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About Stanislaus County
Location:
1010 10th Street, Suite 2300, Modesto, CA 95354, US
Mission Statement
Stanislaus County serves the public interest by promoting public health, safety, welfare and the local economy in an efficient, cost-effective manner.
Description
Stanislaus County is located in Central California. With over 530,000 people calling this area home, its communities reflect a region rich in diversity and a strong sense of community. Stanislaus County is within 90 minutes of the San Francisco Bay Area, the Silicon Valley, Sacramento, the Sierra Mountains and California's Central Coast. It is also within a five-hour drive to Los Angeles. Two of California's north-south routes intersect the area: Interstate 5 and Highway 99. The mild Mediterranean climate, rich soils, and ample water make this County one of the best agricultural areas in the world, positioning it as a global center for agribusiness. The County averages just 12 inches of rainfall each year and experiences a full spectrum of the seasons. Temperatures range from an average low of 38 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter, to an average high of 85 degrees Fahrenheit during the spring and fall, and to an average high in the 90's during the summer months.
Stanislaus County is being discovered by companies of all types as a great place to do business. E & J Gallo Winery, Foster Farms, Frito-Lay, Sconza Chocolate, and Medic Alert all call Stanislaus County home.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1500 I StreetModesto, CA 95354
DATE POSTED
July 6, 2017
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- Problem Solving
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum six month commitment requested.
- Interest in helping/serving veterans and their families; Familiarity with military life.