Suicide prevention grant program manager

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 Manager position and become a valued member of Veterans Inc. team!

The Suicide Prevention Grant Program Manager will be responsible for the daily operations of the SSG Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program. They will be responsible for training and supervision of staff to ensure all program goals are being met.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAY TO DAY:

• Over see all program operations which include updating all system metrics that have been provided through proper survey implementation
• Ensure that all Veterans who are enrolled in the program receive proper referrals to clinical providers for assessment and treatment.
• Administer and provide trainings such as ASIST and ACE-SI to help units with suicide prevention.
• Implement, acquire, and establish a host of community resources to be used in referrals for Veterans in need of services.
• Attend community partners meetings to develop stronger programs and community relations between providers and consumers

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:

• Bachelors degree in health education, public health, counseling, psychology, social work or related field. Masters Degree preferred. Documented management/leadership experience in veterans services, program management, social work, human services or homelessness prevention may be considered in lieu of educational requirements.
• Minimum four (3) years of experience in counseling, outreach and case management, and/or services to the homeless, or a related field; or equivalent required.
• Minimum five (3) years of supervisory experience.
• 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.
• Experience in systems-level strategic planning for suicide prevention.
• Knowledge and compassion regarding suicide prevention.
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills, including techniques for positive motivation, handling difficult people, and teamwork.

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.
• $2500 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.