SSG Fox Outreach And Peer Services Coordinator

SSG Fox Outreach And Peer Services Coordinator

Clear Path for Veterans, Inc. (CPV or Clear Path) is a community-based organization delivering world-class, holistic programs and services to veterans and their families without condition. The SSG Fox SPGP Outreach & Peer Services Coordinator plays a vital role in delivering targeted outreach activities to ensure that suicide prevention services reach veterans most at risk or not currently connected to VA care. This position focuses on raising awareness among local and regional service providers about Clear Path for Veterans' SSG Fox SPGP, enabling them to make prompt referrals for at-risk veterans. Additionally, the incumbent is responsible for assisting veterans at risk of suicide and providing case management and peer support services to help participants understand what resources and supports are available in their area for suicide prevention. The Outreach & Peer Services Coordinator also assists veterans with reintegrating into their community by connecting them with programs and services that promote holistic warrior care. This position works independently under general supervision and receives guidance and training from the Director of Integrated Wellness.

Suicide Prevention Education and Outreach

1. Work with the Program Manager to develop monthly outreach calendars and conduct targeted outreach to:

• Identify, assess, and engage eligible veterans in CPV's SSG Fox SPSP, including veterans who are not receiving mental health care or other services furnished by the VA;
• Ensure local and regional service providers are aware of CPV's SSG Fox SPGP and can make expedited referrals for veterans at risk of suicide, including veterans who may have sought care after a recent suicide attempt;
• Engage family members of veterans in the program, as well as families of veterans dealing with mental health concerns; and
• Distribute brochures, palm cards, and flyers containing information on CPV's SSG Fox SPGP and available suicide prevention resources.

Peer Support Services

• Provide case management and peer support services to help participants understand what resources and supports are available in their area for suicide prevention.
• Work with Veteran participants to develop client-centered and client-driven case plans designed to decrease their risk of suicide.
• Connect eligible Veterans to the VA and assisting in obtaining VA benefits.
• Assist in obtaining and coordinating other public benefits and assistance with emergent needs.
• Connect Veterans to community resources that may decrease the risk of suicide.
• Respond promptly and with compassion and understanding to inquiries from Veterans.
• Answer Veteran/client questions, including researching information to provide complete and accurate responses when necessary.
• Assist with potential Veterans who may need employment assistance.
• Meet with Regional Manager to review open cases and provide support with overflow caseload as needed.
• Evaluate Peer Support program effectiveness and efficiency through monitoring all caseloads for the following elements:
  • Assess ability to function independently concerning health, financial stability, and housing.
  • Assess progress in the program, identify areas of holistic warrior care that may need to be adjusted so that it's ensured the Veteran reaches their goal.
• As part of a strategic outreach plan, search out and identify potential resources within assigned territories.
  1. This could include, but not be limited to, community partners, state, federal, health, and other organizations.
  2. Foster relationships with key stakeholders, community partners, leadership of local organizations, and the community at large.

Administrative and Other Duties

• Develop and disseminate reports as necessary, including, but not limited to, the activities CPV provides to the community, meetings with community partners, detailed categories of Veterans and family members served.
• Timely completion of required programmatic paperwork, data entry, and reports.
• Represent, or assist in representing Clear Path for Veterans at a variety of community events and other activities
• Identify and form relationships with Veterans encountered at those events.
• Prepare and facilitate a variety of presentations about Clear Path's Peer mentor program and Clear Path in general.
• Attend and actively participate in departmental and organizational meetings.
• Promote teamwork by communicating regularly and effectively with the SSG Fox SPGP Team, the Peer Support Team, and other CPV staff.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.