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Job description
Salary Range $19.50 - $22.00 Hourly
nPosition Type Full Time
nJob Shift Any
nEducation Level High School
nTravel Percentage Up to 25%
nDescription
nPOSITION SUMMARY:
nPerson in this position will be responsible for providing peer-based support, outreach, and engagement services to veterans and service members at risk of suicide. Utilizing lived experience and trauma-informed care, the specialist builds trust with participants, connects them to essential services, and promotes hope, recovery, and wellness. Essential Job Functions include but not limited to those listed below.
nESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
nnnConduct community outreach and engagement activities to identify and connect with at-risk veterans and service members.
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nnProvide peer-to-peer support and mentorship using shared lived experience to foster trust and empowerment.
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nnAssist individuals in navigating mental health and substance use services, housing resources, crisis intervention, and other support systems.
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nnCollaborate with local VA facilities, community providers, and the broader support network to coordinate services and referrals.
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nnParticipate in suicide prevention trainings and maintain knowledge of best practices related to peer support and veteran care.
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nnMaintain accurate and timely documentation of all interactions and services provided, in compliance with grant requirements and confidentiality standards.
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nnSupport follow-up efforts with program participants to ensure continued engagement and service connection.
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nnPromote protective factors such as connectedness, resilience, and purpose among participants.
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nnAttend and participate in team meetings, supervision, and relevant community events.
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nnMust embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation.
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nnOther relevant duties as assigned.
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n nQualifications
nESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
nnnMust be a veteran with lived experience navigating recovery, mental health challenges, or transitional issues.
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nnStrong communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
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nnAbility to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain professional boundaries.
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nnAdherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
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nnProfessional appearance and demeanor.
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nnMust be able to successfully obtain and maintain a criminal background clearance
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nnValid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required; and
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nnCPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
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nnDuring your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.
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n nEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
nnnPrior experience working with veteran populations and/or in suicide prevention is strongly preferred.
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nnHigh school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in social work, psychology, or human services preferred.
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n nLICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
nnCertified Peer Support Specialist in the state of Minnesota (or ability to obtain certification within 6 months).
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Worksite address
st paul, MN, 55130, US
Who can apply
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