What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Crisis Training Instructor - AmeriCorps position at Cascadia Health?
Job Overview
Interested in a unique, 10-month service term that will focus on training community members to support others experiencing Mental Health challenges? We are partnering with Healthy Minds Alliance to host an AmeriCorps member who will focus on training Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) to do just that.
As an AmeriCorps Member, you'll bring your energy and expertise to:
Dive into specialized mental health instructor training (Dates & Location TBD)
Lead and inspire community certification classes
Engage local communities and recruit course participants
Ignite interest through dynamic marketing – press releases, social media, and events
Monitor and track participant progress with evaluations
Build and nurture partnerships with mental health agencies
Be a constant resource and advocate for mental health awareness
Contribute to grant writing efforts to fund vital mental health initiatives
Participate in AmeriCorps large service projects and national calls with Health360
Assist with ongoing mental health community initiatives and regional events
What We’re Looking For:
A passion and connection for supporting the community around mental health and wellbeing
Deep personal or professional insight into mental health
Stellar teaching and training skills, especially with adult learners
A positive, enthusiastic attitude toward reducing mental health stigma
Experience facilitating diverse groups and creating engaging learning environments
Knowledge of local mental health resources and a drive to make a positive impact
Read more about the position here: Mental Health Crisis Training Instructor - AmeriCorps - Portland, OR 97206 - really.com . Ready to apply? Do so here: https://health360inc.my.site.com/s/americorps-guest-application and select Cascadia Health as the organization where you’d like to apply.
Benefits
We offer generous benefits for our full-time and part-time employees (20 hours pro-rated) including:
- Generous Paid Time Off Package Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
- Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following 30 days after hire date)
- VSP Vision Discount Plan
- 403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post-tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)
- Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
- Length of Service Award
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance
- Student loan forgiveness options
Wellness Benefits:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Bicycle Reimbursement
- Discounted Fitness Memberships
- Trauma Support Team
Starting Rate Range in USD ($)
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