With the belief that they were there when we needed them, so we must be there now that they need us, Veterans Inc., the largest provider of supportive services to Veterans and their families in New England, is seeking to fill the Suicide Prevention Grant Program (SPGP) Specialist position and become a valued member of Veterans Inc. team!

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAY TO DAY:

Intake and assessment, problem identification, diagnosis, treatment planning and implementation, continuum of care, evaluation and follow-up.

Provides case management services to a caseload of veterans who are identified as high risk for suicide . This includes meeting with the veteran, collaboration and coordination with programs within the VA, and connections to community based resources when appropriate.

Provides follow-up phone calls with Veterans who called the Veterans Crisis Line. The content of these calls can include clinical support, coordination with VA services, assistance enrolling in VA healthcare, providing community based resources, and support to family members of Veterans.

Provide suicide prevention consultation services and education on suicide prevention best practices to VA providers.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:

Bachelors degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field. Masters Degree preferred.

Minimum of three (3) years experience in case management, substance abuse prevention, outreach, and/or services to the homeless or veteran populations.

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in working with veterans preferred but not required; sensitivity to veterans-related needs and issues.

Comfort talking about and addressing the topic of suicide on a day-to-day basis.

Knowledge and compassion regarding suicide prevention.

Ability to communicate effectively with people from varied backgrounds, both orally and in writing.

Must be able to successfully pass a CORI/Background records check.

Compliance with Veterans Inc. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Religious and Medical Exemptions are considered.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

Comprehensive Benefits Package for FT employees includes:

BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.

$2000 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.

Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Paid Parental Leave

For more information, or to apply now; visit our website . Please do not mail, email, or fax your cover letter/resume as we are limited to only accepting completed applications through our career page . Mailed, emailed, or faxed cover letter, resume, and applications will not be reviewed.

Veterans Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status. If you need assistance completing an application please contact [email protected].

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agencies are requested not to contact Veterans Inc. with recruiting inquiries.