What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veteran Program Manager position at Mental Health Assn. of Nassau County?
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Mental Health Association of Nassau County (MHANC) is a not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to improving mental health in our community through advocacy, education, program development, and the delivery of direct services. Our organization is looking for a motivated individual with a calling to help adults with mental illness by becoming a Veteran Program Manager.
The Veteran Program Manager is responsible for the development and enhancement of services provided to Veterans in Nassau County. Some weekend hours may be required if deemed necessary.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct Vet2Vet Peer Support Groups in various locations in Nassau County.
- Conduct program outreach at Veterans Stand Down, National Guard Yellow Ribbon, and other veteran benefit fairs and events.
- Conduct public speaking at veterans groups and other social service organizations to publicize services.
- Operate in a mobile capacity to engage with veterans when needed.
- Interact individually with veterans to recommend referrals to other benefits and services.
- Respond to urgent situations as needed.
- Conduct documentation as required.
- Develop conferences, workshops, awareness initiatives to educate and support the Veteran community.
- Develop Veteran peer support groups creating safe spaces for the community to enhance outcomes.
- Oversee the implementation of Veteran peer support groups and initiatives.
- Attract, supervise, train, and develop Veteran program staff.
- Utilize tools for quantitative and qualitative data collecting, monitoring categories of veteran’s needs and accumulate data.
- Provide video calling, telephonic, as well as face to face outreach, engagement, and presentations in the field.
- Working with management, attends and participates in team meetings to provide input / feedback around what we need to incorporate to serve our veteran community and program goals.
- Create, oversee, and staff outreach events to assist in the attraction and retention of Veteran participants.
- Compile monthly monitoring reports and submits all necessary documentation according to applicable agency policy and / or HIPAA standards to state agencies as necessary.
- Participate in trainings, educational and department projects as requested.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements :
Education & Experience
Other Qualifications