Military Outreach Specialist

POSITION TITLE: Military Outreach Specialist

PROGRAM: Veteran Suicide Prevention 

FULL TIME: 40 hours per week 

SALARY RANGE:

Summary: The Military Outreach Specialist will be responsible for providing case management and outreach services to clients of all ages and their families who are active military members or veterans. Strong team-oriented environment. Provides connection and support for families to community resources and advocates on behalf of the best interest of the clients.

Qualifications:

 ▪ Associates degree in a human services field required or equivalent experience 

▪ Experience working with military populations required, familiarity of military culture and unique needs of service members and their families 

▪ Experience working with individuals impacted by traumatic stress preferred

 ▪ Ability to educate clients regarding Family Service programs and policies as well as vast knowledge of Providence/ Rhode Island community resources

 ▪ Skilled in operating various medical record software and hardware, word-processing, and database software programs ▪ Spanish Speaking preferred and is compensated 

▪ Flexible schedule with some evenings 

▪ Excellent multitasking and communication skills a must

 ▪ Ability to work independently and part of a team 

▪ Bilingual skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.

Physical Requirements: This position requires residential and community visits, employees in this position must have the ability to: 

▪ Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, registration and auto insurance

 ▪ Ability to communicate effectively

 ▪ Travel to and from clients’ residence, community locations and office site, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators

 ▪ Ability to lift up to 20lbs

 ▪ Must be able to work remotely and in person adhering to PHI requirements

Don’t meet every single requirement? Here at FSRI, we’re dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about one of our career opportunities, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the perfect fit for this or another opportunity! 

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits. Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities. Join our FAMILY today!

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. 

HOW TO APPLY: 

• Send your resume to careers@familyserviceri.org 

• Apply using the link www.familyserviceri.org/careers and search for: Military Outreach Specialist