Job Title: SSG Fox Peer Mentor
FLSA Status: Salary Hourly Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Mon-Fri hours will vary
Reports To: Regional Manager
Location: Oneida County with some travel to Madison, Herkimer, and Fulton Counties
(Clear Path for Veterans main campus is located in Chittenango NY.)
Salary: $50,000 - $50,000
***This position is covered by the SSG Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program, which runs from October 1, 2024 - Sept 30, 2025 with an anticipated renewal annually through Sept 30, 2027.***
***Candidate must be a Veteran***
Clear Path for Veterans, Inc. (CPV or Clear Path), is Upstate New York’s Veteran Resource Center serving as a hub of information, programs and services for veterans and their families. The SSG Fox Peer Mentor is responsible for assisting Veterans at risk of suicide and providing case management and peer support services to help participants understand what resources and supports are available in their area for suicide prevention. Provide emotional support and referrals for Veterans who are going through a crisis or problematic situation. Function as a positive role model for all Veterans.
Primary Functions
Provide case management and peer support services to help participants understand what resources and supports are available in their area for suicide prevention.
Work with Veteran participants to develop client-centered and client-driven case plans designed to decrease their risk of
Connect eligible Veterans to the VA and providing assistance in obtaining VA
Provide assistance in obtaining and coordinating other public benefits and assistance with emergent
Connect Veterans to community resources that may decrease the risk of
Respond promptly and with compassion and understanding to inquiries from
Answer Veteran/client questions, including researching information to provide complete and accurate responses when
Conduct targeted outreach and engagement activities to identify eligible Veterans and their families, to ensure they are connected to the VA for services, as well as Clear Path’s other supportive services and/or other community resources.
Develop and disseminate reports as necessary including, but not limited to, outreach events, the activities CPV provides to the community, meetings with community partners, detailed categories of Veterans and family members served.
Provide readily accessible resources to all Veterans, their families, and caregivers to increase access to suicide awareness and prevention services including the Veterans Crisis Line or the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
Participate in ongoing supervision with the SSG Fox Program Specialist to review case plans and track participants' progress towards achieving their defined goals and objectives.
Coordinate and implement suicide prevention education for Veterans, service members, their families, and their
Search out and identify potential resources within assigned territories, including, but not limited to community, state, federal, health, and social resources.
Monitor programs’ compliance with grant requirements and any other contractual agreements to ensure adherence and that all deadlines are met.
Utilize Salesforce and Qualtrics to enter program data and generate
Represent, or assist in representing Clear Path for Veterans at a variety of community events and other activities
Identify and form relationships with Veterans encountered at those
Prepare and facilitate a variety of presentations about Clear Path’s SSG Fox
Attend and actively participate in departmental and organizational
Promote teamwork by communicating regularly and effectively with the SSG Fox SPGP
Complete other related duties as
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required (Joint Service Transcripts Accepted); Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology or related field preferred. Military service sufficient to understand the military culture required. Combat experience preferred. Must be trained in peer support and have similar lived experience related to suicide or mental health.
Candidates for these positions must meet the requirements of 38 U.S.C. 7402(b)(13) and meet qualification standards for appointment or have completed peer support training, are pursuing credentials to meet the minimum qualification standards for appointment and are under the supervision of an individual who meets the necessary requirements of 38 U.S.C. 402(b)(13).
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Needed to Perform Effectively in the Position
The ability to demonstrate compassion while maintaining appropriate professional conduct boundaries.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
The ability to network, form and maintain positive relationships within the community.
Leadership ability and the ability to motivate others.
The ability to analyze issues and suggest resolutions.
Strong organizational, and prioritization skills; attention to detail.
Basic computer literacy and proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and willingness to learn how to new software programs as needed.
Additional Requirements
Valid New York State driver’s license and must have use of a reliable vehicle
Required to travel within New York State during all times of the year.
Work evenings and weekends as needed.
Must be comfortable with dogs in the workplace.
Job-related Physical Abilities Needed in Order to Perform the Job in a Satisfactory Manner
Must be able to lift a maximum of thirty-five (35) pounds. Ability to drive and travel in all types of weather conditions. May sit or stand for long periods of time. Manual dexterity sufficient for constant use of computer keyboard and other office equipment. Vision sufficient for frequent use of computer monitor; to read and develop paperwork.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with
Expectations
All Clear Path for Veterans employees are required to conduct themselves in a professional manner towards others to include but not limited to; Veterans, volunteers, visitors and other Clear Path employees.
Ensure that Veterans, volunteers, employees, donors and visitors have a positive experience with Clear Path.
Supports and promotes the Clear Path mission.
Adheres to Clear Path for Veterans policies and procedures.
Promotes teamwork amongst coworkers.
Meets or exceeds expected performance standards, including consistently reporting to work on time prepared to perform the duties of the position.
