SSVF Outreach Coordinator-Region 3

THE SALVATION ARMY

NORTH & CENTRAL ILLINOIS DIVISION

Divisional Headquarters

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE : SSVF Outreach Coordinator - Region 3

LOCATION / DEPT : The Salvation Army Veterans Services / Social Services Dept.

REPORTS to (TITLE) : SSVF Supervisor - Region 3

FLSA CATEGORY : Non-Exempt

STATUS TYPE : Regular, Full Time

PAY GRADE : 205 - Grant Funded

SALARY RANGE : $19.97 - $23.96

OUTCOMES :

NCI SSVF Outreach Coordinator is a member of the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Team. The goal of the SSVF Outreach Coordinator is to form relationships with community / service organizations throughout the catchment area to provide information regarding the Supportive Services for Veteran Families program in order to identify Veteran / families who qualify for the SSVF program. Working closely with the Department of Veteran Affairs to ensure compliance with the SSVF guidelines, the SSVF Outreach Coordinator makes appropriate referrals to the SSVF Prescreen team. The SSVF Outreach Coordinator advocates for participants to receive appropriate services related to specific needs and assists with the overall quality assurance of the SSVF program. The SSVF Outreach Coordinator supports Veterans through active engagement leading to increased willingness to engage in programs and services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES : Outreach (70%)

• Identifies locations frequented by potential Veteran applicants and conduct regular outreach to those sites as needed.
• Engages and builds rapport with target population.
• Researches possible meeting space within the community that is safe and convenient for participant meetings and programs.
• Assists in providing appropriate referrals for the individuals not eligible for SSVF services.
• Refers appropriate, qualified Veterans / families to the SSVF Prescreen team for prescreen eligibility.
• Provides guidance and support to community volunteers working with the program.
• Utilizes coaching, motivational interviewing and harm reduction strategies to support movement to financial accountability and sustainability.
• Coordinates / participates in CoC meetings, By-Name-List Meetings, Prescreen / VA Case Conferencing Meetings.
• Assists staff with in-person meetings with Veterans to support engagement and safety.
• Maintains a strong understanding of the various Salvation Army programs offered to provide resources to Veterans.

Administrative (20%)

Collaboration (10%)

OCCASIONAL OVERNIGHT AND WEEKEND TRAVEL

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The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and / or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.