This Peer Specialist position may only be filled with a Veteran that meets statutory requirements that are detailed in the announcement. The Veterans Justice Outreach Program is a component of the VHA's homelessness prevention efforts and is vital for providing a gateway to VA and community services for Veterans who are involved in the criminal justice system. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/27/2024. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-6 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-5. For a GS-7 position you must have ser