Outreach Specialist

Outreach Specialist — Las Vegas, NV | Full-Time | Non-Exempt $21.78–$26.13/hour (commensurate with experience)
Meet people where they are. Help them get where they deserve to be. Join U.S.VETS and support veterans experiencing homelessness by connecting them to housing, services, and hope.

Are you someone who builds trust easily, communicates well, and isn’t afraid to step outside of an office to meet people in the community? Do you thrive in work that is fast-paced, people-centered, and mission-driven?

U.S.VETS—the nation’s largest nonprofit dedicated to preventing and ending veteran homelessness—is seeking an Outreach Specialist to join our Las Vegas team and help connect veterans to critical housing and support services.

This role is ideal for someone who is organized, compassionate, and comfortable working directly in the community with veterans experiencing homelessness or housing instability.

The Opportunity As an Outreach Specialist, you will provide direct outreach services to veterans in shelters, treatment programs, transitional housing programs, and other community locations. You will help veterans connect to housing programs, supportive services, and resources that support long-term stability and independence.

This role combines outreach, relationship-building, coordination, and administrative follow-through to ensure veterans are connected to the care and services they need.

What You’ll DoConduct Community Outreach:
Visit shelters, treatment facilities, soup kitchens, and community locations to connect with veterans

Build Relationships:
Establish rapport with veterans and community partners to encourage engagement in services

Coordinate Referrals:
Schedule screenings, transportation, and referrals for veterans entering programs

Track Client Information:
Maintain databases and documentation related to outreach activities and referrals

Support Program Events:
Assist with transportation and coordination for outreach activities and special events

Collaborate with Providers:
Work with external agencies and partners to collect required documentation and coordinate services

Produce Reports:
Maintain outreach logs and weekly reports of veterans engaged by the outreach team Participate in Team Meetings:
Attend outreach meetings and collaborate with staff across programs

What Makes You a Strong Fit You are comfortable engaging with people from all walks of life

You communicate professionally and respectfully

You are organized and able to manage multiple tasks

You can work independently while staying connected to the team

You are adaptable and able to navigate changing situations in the field

Requirements

One year of experience in social services

Employment at U.S.VETS for at least three months may substitute for one year of experience

Strong oral, written, and communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work within a team Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Valid driver’s license. Must meet company insurance requirements and complete a provided driver training course

Preferences

Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field

Experience working with people experiencing homelessness and/or the veteran population
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