United Mental Health Promoter

The United Mental Health Promoter (UMHP) will have the primary function of engaging the Transitional Aged Youth (SPA 4) or the Unhoused (SPA 6) community in activities that may include outreach and engagement, individual and community advocacy, facilitating groups, case management, referral and linkage, and collaboration with internal and external systems within DMH, and other County Departments, community partners. This position will require local travel. Duties Plan and execute non-traditional activities/events addressing community-defined needs. Promote education through in person and/or virtual classes, trainings, and workshops. Focus on community psychoeducation and support for mental health, coping skills, health, nutrition, financial literacy, and career development. Organize trauma-informed activities like art and dance, drumming circles, animal therapy, mindfulness, healing gardening, and mindful walking. Facilitate leadership development, empowerment, and advocacy activities, including coalition building, community organizing, civic participation, and voting rights. About PLN Founded on Skid Row in 1980, Para Los Niños provides education and wraparound support, serving over 10,000 children, youth, and families annually in some of the most underserved areas in Los Angeles. PLN fosters pathways to success by striving for excellence in education, family support, and comprehensive social-emotional, and community-based services. Through early education, TK-8th grade education, youth workforce services, and family and community services Para Los Niño’s model provides a comprehensive, holistic approach to break the cycle of poverty and help children and youth thrive. Lived Experience: Has learned from challenges and mentors; willing to learn from others and create and engage with others. Life experience reflecting familiarity with systemic racism, the cultural practices and other experiences of the community in which they work. Computer proficient (Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Quicken, Internet Explorer, Outlook and other basic data management software). Strong experience working with the Latino Community, experience working with African American and/or Asian Pacific Islander Communities preferred. Flexible approach to Problem-Solving. Strong written and verbal communication skill in English (required) and Spanish (preferred) Experience working in a multicultural setting and sensitive to multicultural issues preferred. Ability to work a flexible schedule, which will include occasional evenings and/or weekend. Education and Certification Requirements Successfully pass all post offer, pre-employment screening requirements, including criminal background check, drug test and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Formal Education and/or Trainings/Certifications a plus.

Salary : $21 - $23