Monterey and San Benito County Military and Veterans Affairs OfficeAt — Monterey and San Benito County Military and Veterans Affairs Office

Opportunity Summary 

The Monterey County Military Veterans Affairs Office (MVAO) assists veterans and their dependents by advocating and filing claims for benefits with the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) Benefits Administration (VBA) Healthcare Administration (VHA) and Cemetery Administration (VCA) along with California Department of Veterans Affairs (CDVA) benefits to include the California college tuition fee waivers, admission assistance to the Veterans Homes of CA Program (VHC) and Incarcerated Veterans Community Outreach Programs. Population(s) Served Transitional assistance is also provided to both active duty and reserve service members along with their dependents at the Defense Language Institute (DLI), Presidio of Monterey, Naval Post Graduate School and local Reserve and National Guard Centers. Satellite offices in Salinas and Hollister. Service(s) Provided Referrals and support for both active duty military and veterans.

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

Integrated and Disciplinary Knowledge of Health and Human Services Policy, Politics, and Public Action Professional Communication Professional Development and Application

Opportunity Training 

On the job training.

Program 
CHHS
Location Type 
On-site
Location 
Marina,
United States
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
6hours per week
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
No
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
No Fees will be incurred by students
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
No
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing