Veterans Suicide-Prevention Peer Specialist

Volunteers of America; Grand Junction (CO); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Vacation Time

Paid Holidays

Health, Dental, Vision

Tuition Assistance

Pension Plan

403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Descripción de la vacante

Volunteers of America Colorado is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to assist Veterans and their families with suicide prevention, navigation of VA and community resources, and support services in Western Colorado. The role emphasizes recovery-oriented, peer-driven care and outreach across diverse settings.

This full-time position offers local travel, collaboration with VA partners, and a mission-driven team dedicated to hope and resilience.

Formación

• Must be a Veteran (required per SSG Fox peer support regulations).
• Must have at least one year of sustained recovery experience.
• Experience or training in peer support or behavioral health.
• Colorado driver’s license and state-mandated automobile insurance.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct outreach and engagement with Veterans at risk of suicide.
• Provide peer support grounded in shared lived experience.
• Connect participants to VA health care, behavioral health, housing, and benefits.
• Assist participants with system navigation and advocacy.
• Travel for outreach and follow-up services.

Conocimientos

Peer support

Recovery experience

Communication skills

Veteran experience

Trauma-informed care

Descripción del empleo

Volunteers of America Colorado is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to assist Veterans and their families with suicide prevention, navigation of VA and community resources, and support services in Western Colorado. The role emphasizes recovery-oriented, peer-driven care and outreach across diverse settings.

This full-time position offers local travel, collaboration with VA partners, and a mission-driven team dedicated to hope and resilience.