Director Veteran Outreach Jobs in Racine, WI (NOW HIRING)

Lead with purpose. Deliver with urgency. Change lives.

This is not a role for someone looking to maintain the status quo.

This is a leadership position with real weight—where accountability is non-negotiable, outcomes matter, and the work directly impacts the lives of veterans at risk. As Director of the Staff Sergeant Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program, you will own the success of a critical, federally funded initiative designed to prevent suicide and strengthen support systems for those who have served.

You will be responsible for ensuring that no veteran falls through the cracks due to delays, lack of coordination, or poor execution. This role demands clarity, discipline, and a relentless focus on performance, while never losing sight of compassion and dignity in service delivery.

Why This Role Matters

Veterans in crisis cannot wait.
This program exists to ensure timely, coordinated, and effective suicide prevention services—and this position ensures that promise is kept.

You will lead a program that must operate with precision, integrity, and measurable impact. Success is defined not by intention, but by outcomes.

What You Will Do

Own Program Success

• Lead all aspects of program planning, execution, and continuous improvement
• Ensure alignment with federal grant requirements, organizational priorities, and participant needs
• Drive measurable outcomes in access, quality, and service coordination
• Set the tone for urgency, professionalism, and compassion

Ensure Full Grant Compliance

• Maintain 100% compliance across program, fiscal, data, and reporting requirements
• Oversee accurate, timely reporting and documentation
• Ensure audit readiness and immediate response to monitoring or corrective actions

Oversee Suicide Prevention Services

• Ensure veterans are connected to appropriate prevention, intervention, and follow-up care
• Build systems that support rapid outreach, engagement, and coordination
• Monitor service quality, consistency, and participant safety at all times

Lead and Hold Staff Accountable

• Set clear expectations and measurable performance standards
• Use data, scorecards, and regular check-ins to drive accountability
• Coach, develop, and address performance issues without delay

Strengthen Community Partnerships

• Build and maintain strong relationships with VA partners, providers, and community organizations
• Improve referral pathways and coordination across systems
• Represent the program with credibility and purpose

Manage Resources Responsibly

• Oversee budget performance and resource allocation
• Ensure responsible stewardship of federal funds
• Support sustainability and operational efficiency

Drive Continuous Improvement

• Use data and feedback to identify gaps and implement solutions
• Strengthen policies, procedures, and service standards
• Ensure the program evolves to meet real-world needs

How Success Is Measured

This role is performance-driven. Key expectations include:

• 100% on-time, accurate grant reporting
• 100% compliance with monitoring and corrective actions
• Timely participant engagement and follow-up (tracked at every stage)
• 100% case note and safety plan documentation compliance
• 90% achievement of program outcome targets
• Strong referral-to-service connection rates
• Staff performance accountability and retention benchmarks
• Consistent community engagement and referral effectiveness
• Budget performance within approved parameters

The Bottom Line

This is mission-driven work with real consequences.
The expectations are high because the stakes are high.

If you are ready to lead with accountability, operate with integrity, and ensure veterans receive the support they deserve, this role offers the opportunity to make a measurable, lasting impact.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred (public administration, social work, behavioral health, or related field)
• 5+ years in behavioral health, suicide prevention, veteran services, or related field
• 3+ years in leadership or program oversight
• Proven experience managing grant compliance, reporting, and performance metrics
• Strong understanding of care coordination, crisis systems, and community partnerships
• Ability to lead with both accountability and empathy
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed

Who This Role Is For

This role is for a leader who:

• Takes ownership and follows through
• Is comfortable being measured by results
• Can balance urgency with thoughtful decision-making
• Holds themselves and others to high standards
• Understands the gravity of suicide prevention work