Peer Support Specialist/Battle Buddy

1 week ago

Palmdale, United States JVS SoCal Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Founded in 1931, JVS-SoCal is a nonprofit, non-sectarian social service agency, providing job training, career services, mentoring and placement assistance to diverse and multicultural populations, transforming lives and empowering individuals to achieve dignity and economic independence through sustainable employment. JVS SoCal currently serves over 30,000 clients annually at over 20 locations throughout Southern California. Join us and play a significant role in transforming lives and bettering our communities throughout SoCal


As part of the Los Angeles Veterans Peer Access Network (VPAN), the Veteran Peer Support Specialist will conduct Outreach throughout the Los Angeles County Supervisory District 5 area to connect with Veterans, National Guard, Military Reservists and Their Families to provide increased access to resources and benefits. The Peer Support Specialist will act as a liaison/ advocate for Veterans in need of assistance in various aspects of life. Providing peer support, mentorship, and coach participants in navigating and accessing benefits and resources.

Requirements:
  • Must have a passion to work and connect in Veteran related areas.
  • Requires a high level of customer service and counseling expertise with the ability to multi-task.
  • Demonstrated experience communicating effectively with stakeholders in written and oral form, including electronic media, using positive interpersonal skills.
  • Prior experience with Military, Veterans and high- risk populations is desired.
  • Skill in facilitating groups, writing case notes, and working with a diverse population.
  • Fluency in Microsoft Office software and other relevant software.
  • Requires a minimum of 2 years’ experience in Veteran Services or career counseling.
  • Is knowledgeable about the range of services in the community and develops and maintains relationships with partners to deliver a comprehensive array of services to clients.
  • Will make group presentations and may deliver workshops in the areas of general Veteran benefits, housing programs, educational programs, employment programs and accessing VA Health Care benefits.
  • Assist with coordinating individual or peer led groups in various topics.
  • Welcomes clients and identifies needs and expectations to create a positive client experience.
  • Administers and interprets a variety of assessment tools.
  • Assists Veterans to identify goals and develop plans to assist with attaining identified goals.
  • Assists in data collection and preparing reports.
  • Maintains compliance with agency and funder protocols and procedures. Maintains confidentiality in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards.
  • Must be available to work flexible hours including evenings and some weekends.

Education/Certification/Licensure

  • BA or BS degree in Career Counseling, Communications, or other related field preferred. May be substituted for experience.
  • Background or experience in Case Management, Career Counseling or Mental Health.
  • Prior Military Experience highly desirable. Peer Support Certification or aligned experience a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent must be able to do the following: stand for extended periods; sit for extended periods; bend and reach for filing and other job-related functions; climb up and down stairs; bend, stoop, and lift to move and retrieve materials; pull, push, and lift; reach both above and below shoulder height. Specific visual abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to visually inspect work. Manual dexterity to operate computer and other office equipment required.

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made.

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