What are the responsibilities and job description for the Launch PAD Behavior Health Educator position at GEMMA?
Launch PAD Behavioral Health Educator - SOUTHWEST PHILADELPHIA LOCATION- 5 YEAR PROGRAM!!! HYBRID POSITION
Gemma Services is seeking a full-time professional for our new 5-year program based out of our Southwest Philadelphia location, that is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families.
Why Gemma? Gemma offers a generous benefits package that includes full medical insurance coverage at no cost to the employee, eight (8) paid holidays and over three (3) weeks of paid time off in the first year. In addition, Gemma offers referral bonuses, education assistance and self-care funds for each program to participate in wellness activities.
Job Specifics : The Launch PAD program is a five-year grant from 10 / 1 / 24 through 9 / 30 / 29 designed to improve community knowledge around mental health and supporting positive development and growth of youth ages 0-8. The Behavioral Health Educator will implement training groups in the community on Mental Health First Aid and the Family Check Up Online. This role is responsible for initiating and facilitating Mental Health First Aid training for medical practitioners, educators, day care providers and other groups supporting youth ages 0-8 years old. Training will occur throughout Philadelphia, Montgomery and Delaware Counties. The Behavioral Health Educator will participate in community events and provide information and education around parenting practices taught in the Family Check Up Online and Mental Health First Aid. The Behavioral Health Educator provides coaching, skill building, hope, and connections.
Education / Experience : Master's degree required in human services, healthcare, or education, or a closely related field preferred. Bilingual preferred. A minimum of five years' (5) experience in education, healthcare, or human services. Coaching experience is preferred and experience with community resource connections is preferred. This position must have experience in providing training to adults in a variety of settings. Must have a valid Driver's License. Must have reliable transportation
