Outreach Worker | Veteran Services

Collaborative Support Programs of NJ; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Outreach Workers to support veterans experiencing homelessness. This full-time role focuses on community engagement, building meaningful relationships, and providing essential advocacy to help veterans stabilize their housing and health situations. With a commitment to compassionate support, you will connect veterans to vital resources and services across multiple counties. Enjoy a rewarding career with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and generous paid time off. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of veterans, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

6 Weeks PTO

11 Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in peer support and advocacy for individuals facing homelessness.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with vulnerable populations.

Responsibilities

• Engage with unhoused individuals in the community for outreach.
• Connect homeless veterans to resources and supportive housing.

Skills

Peer Support Experience

Relationship Building

Advocacy Skills

Bilingual Skills

Compassionate Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HMIS Software

MS Office

Job description

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CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency, is seeking two Outreach Workers for Bergen County. Under the direction of the Team Leader, the Outreach Worker will be responsible for identifying and engaging with unsheltered homeless veterans through direct street outreach activities. The role involves building relationships with veterans experiencing homelessness, providing advocacy, and connecting them to services and housing. The primary focus is to help veterans stabilize their housing, mental health, and primary health situations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Spend approximately 90% of time in the community engaging with unhoused individuals.
• Identify and connect with homeless veterans.
• Build supportive relationships and provide advocacy.
• Assist veterans in accessing resources and housing.

This position serves Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic counties. It is a full-time, benefit-eligible role offering medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with 6 weeks of PTO and 11 holidays.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in peer support.
• Knowledge of HMIS software is a plus.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with individuals experiencing chronic homelessness, mental illness, substance use disorders, or with criminal justice involvement.
• Knowledge of transitional and permanent supportive housing.
• Willingness to disclose personal experiences with mental health, addiction services, or homelessness, and speak openly about recovery.
• Ability to work compassionately with individuals with mental illness.
• Proficiency in MS Office and general computer literacy.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.
• Valid NJ Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Lived experience with mental health/substance use issues is prioritized.

Compensation: Hourly rate of $24.04