Horizon Strategies LLC Colorado Springs , CO 80928
Posted 1 week ago
Background: In line with Congressional law, the US Government has implemented various programs to support the transition of veterans into civilian life. One of the programs is the Transition Assistance Program (TAP), which has been implemented by each of the military services. This program provides transition assistance, information, training, counseling, and services to eligible service members in order for them to be career ready upon separation, retirement, or release from active duty. In support of TAP, Veterans Affairs (VA) provides onsite support to these various requirements. Horizon Strategies is currently filling roles for Site Lead, Master Benefits Advisor, Senior Benefits Advisor, and Benefits Advisor.
Place of Duty:
Required Availability Date: 11 July 2024
Suspense for Interest is: As soon as possible
Benefits Advisor (BA) Position Description:
Conduct VA transition activities in support of the Transition Assistance Program (TAP). Transition support includes conducting standardized VA Benefits and Services Briefings, one-on-one engagements, pre-separation counseling support, military life cycle (MLC) events, Capstone events, and warm-handover support. Serves as an entry-level instructor delivering established curriculum, training tools, and ensuring course content and delivery methods follow established training objectives.
Responsibilities may include:
Executing non-event Activities at assigned installation
Participate in weekly Site Lead meetings
Execute quality management activities at assigned installation and across the program
Deliver onsite activities and execute post-event data collection activities
Required Skills:
Understand and apply adult learning theories
Understanding of transitioning Service member populations
Experience using Microsoft Office suite of tools
Strong customer management and support skills
Experience delivering interactive workshops and training to live audiences
Preferred Skills:
Understanding of VA benefits programs
Knowledge of the military and experience working with military clients
Understanding of current veteran issues and challenges pre- and post- transitions
Required Experience:
Bachelor's degree or 3 years' equivalent work/military experience
Preferred emphasis in Training, Education, Career Counseling, or HR
Appropriate certifications
Position Type: Full-time
Travel Requirement: Up to 50%
Salary Type: Hourly (Non-Exempt) - $19.45 per hour
Submission requirements:
Cover Letter
Resume
List of 3 professional references
Include name of reference, phone number, e-mail, and preferred contact method
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