U.S.VETS

Outreach Specialist

U.S.VETS  •  $22/hr  •  Kapolei, HI (Onsite)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description

Job Details: Level: Experienced,

Job Location: USVETS Barbers Point - Kapolei, HI 96707,

Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School,

Salary Range: $22.47 - $22.56 Hourly,

Job Shift: Day,

Job Category: Admin - Clerical, Outreach Specialist

The Outreach Specialist reports directly to the Outreach Coordinator at the site and provides outreach services to assist veterans experiencing homelessness and at-risk veterans by connecting them to housing and comprehensive support services that will lead to them reaching their highest level of independence.

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Responsibilities

  • Publicizes services for homeless veterans by visiting local facilities such as shelters, treatment programs, transitional housing, sober living programs, soup kitchens and other locations where people experiencing homelessness may congregate
  • Maintains an database of client information and referrals to the programs to track veterans referred the program and for screening appointments
  • Schedules screenings and transportation to the local U.S.VETS site as required on behalf of veterans leaving treatment or other facilities that contact U.S.VETS with potential client referrals
  • Assists with client transportation for program events
  • Collaborates and coordinates with external service provider staff to ensure all required paperwork for each client file is collected in a timely manner
  • Produces a weekly report of veterans encountered by the outreach team
  • Assists with communication of upcoming projects and special events sponsored by the outreach team
  • Attends the weekly outreach meeting of all U.S.VETS’ site outreach staff
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Requirements

  • One year of experience in social services
  • Employment at U.S.VETS for at least three months may substitute for one year of experience
  • Strong oral, written, and communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work within a team
  • Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Valid driver’s license. Must meet company insurance requirements and complete a provided driver training course

Preferences

  • Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field
  • Experience working with people experiencing homelessness and/or the veteran population
U.S.VETS

About U.S.VETS

U.S.VETS is the largest nonprofit with boots on the ground to combat America’s veteran homeless crisis head-on. Our commitment to preventing and ending veteran homelessness starts with a holistic approach of providing intervention and prevention services, including housing, mental health and career programs, and wraparound services to promote recovery, wellness and a more hopeful future. With 49 residential and service sites nationwide, U.S.VETS is uniquely positioned to help veterans and their families successfully transition to civilian life.

We provide services to over 20,000 veterans and families a year, helping them with housing, mental health and substance use treatment programs, hot meals and full-time employment.

These struggling veterans represent the sons, daughters, mothers, fathers, brothers and sisters who bravely defended our nation, protecting the freedoms we enjoy today. We share both the pride and problems of our military servicemen and women and believe we have an obligation to help and serve those who have served us.

Because of this, we are committed to helping veterans in need.

A generation of veterans returning from deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan will face new challenges as they navigate their post-military lives and careers adjusting back to a civilian world. Many experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or major depression and anxiety. Some suffer with traumatic brain injury sustained during deployment.

The need for support for our nation’s veterans will only continue to increase. Learn how you can help.

Industry
Unknown
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
Year Founded
1993
Website
usvets.org
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