SSG Fox Peer Mentor (Oneida County)

Job Description

Job Description

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

Identify and form relationships with Veterans encountered at those

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

Additional Requirements

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.

Expectations