Veterans Outreach Program Specialist

Summary The Veterans Outreach Program Specialist plans, develops, coordinates, and implements outreach activities designed to inform and educate Veterans about VA healthcare benefits, eligibility requirements, and services available through VA Palo Alto Healthcare System (VAPAHCS). This position serves as the subject matter expert on Veteran outreach initiatives, promoting healthcare enrollment and utilization among eligible Veterans in the service area. Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to: Planning, organizing, and conducting community outreach events (health fairs, Stand Downs, enrollment events, briefings at military installations/community centers) to connect Veterans or similar clients with healthcare or benefits services. Developing and executing outreach strategies to increase enrollment or utilization among hard-to-reach or underserved groups (e.g., recently separated service members, homeless or rural Veterans, women Veterans, other priorit...