Field-Based Veteran Outreach Specialist

U.S.VETS; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S.VETS in Los Angeles is seeking an Outreach Specialist who will report to the Outreach Coordinator and connect veterans experiencing homelessness to housing and support services to help them achieve independence.

You will meet with shelters and facilities, document referrals, arrange screenings and transportation, and collaborate with partner agencies. A strong background in social services and excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 a 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

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

U.S.VETS in Los Angeles is seeking an Outreach Specialist who will report to the Outreach Coordinator and connect veterans experiencing homelessness to housing and support services to help them achieve independence.

You will meet with shelters and facilities, document referrals, arrange screenings and transportation, and collaborate with partner agencies. A strong background in social services and excellent communication skills are essential.