Veteran Peer Outreach Specialist

At TURN our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values Integrity, Diversity, Mentorship, and Inclusion are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment.

JOB SUMMARY

Builds community relationships with organizations that support the Veteran, Military, Reserve, Guard, and Families of military (VMRGF). Provides outreach in the San Diego community and creates, implements, and promotes community awareness and education related to the needs of the VMRGF communities and the Courage to Call program.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
• Perform outreach to VMRGF community by engaging with them in their communities and through referrals by other providers and agencies.
• Collaborate with providers who serve VMRGF populations in the region.
• Maintain a daily log of client contacts.
• Collect all necessary demographic information for reporting requirements.
• Provide services in the community - including meetings with VMRGF in the community, working with the Homeless Outreach Team (HOT), collaborative meetings in the community, San Diego Courts System, and local colleges.
• Network with partner organizations to attain appropriate referrals for clients.
• Attain training and knowledge in cultural competency, co-occurring, and gender responsiveness.
• Develop informal, formal, and other various networks for VMRGF and youth.
• Assess the needs of participants and their families and refer to agencies aiding with, but not limited to trauma, PTSD, employment, benefits, and medical issues.
• Provide field-based services as required by the program and client need.
• Maintain confidentiality of client's care.
• Participate in scheduled program meetings.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Peer Specialist Certification preferred.
• Must be a military Veteran or family member of a US Veteran.
• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Must have privately owned vehicle with proof of current insurance.
• Must be able to fluently read, write and communicate in English.
• Able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as determined necessary.
• Must respect individual needs of the program's participants and work well with diverse populations.
• Experience working with clients in recovery from substance use, mental health, and/or homelessness, preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources that will be utilized by Veterans, Military, Reserves, Guard, and their Families.
• Ability to problem solve and react appropriately to emergency situations.
• Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with a team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

These physical demands represent what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. As mentioned above, reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified disabilities.

☒ Seeing ☒ Hearing


☒ Speaking ☒ Stooping/Bending


☒ Working in cramped spaces ☒ Moving around facility

☒ Moving between offices/clients ☒ Driving - light errands


☐ Climbing ☒ Lifting/carrying heavy items


☐ Driving - in the course of job duties ☐ Using hands/fingers


☐ Pushing/pulling/dragging items ☒ Standing for long periods


☒ Sitting for long periods ☐ Working outside/underground

OTHER DUTIES

This job description isn't a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TURN is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religious creed, and sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions).