Mental Health First Aid Instructor (Americorps Member)
Program: Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Corps
Position: Mental Health First Aid Instructor
Reports to: Host Site Supervisor
MHFA Corps Program Mission: Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a public education program which introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and teaches individuals how to help someone in crisis or experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge.
Purpose of Position: AmeriCorps Members will serve as MHFA Aid Instructors, certified to teach the 8-hour MHFA-USA course to members of the public.
Responsibilities include:
Participate in five day MHFA Instructor Course (Date & Location TBD)
Disseminate MHFA in communities through organizations such as schools, law enforcement, foster care agencies
Outreach to local community for course participants, as well as recruit and engage community partners
Market program through press releases, social media and informational sessions
Track each participant certified through follow up evaluations
Submit these evaluations as directed to MHFA-USA nationally and Health360
Enroll in the MHFA-USA Listserve
List courses on the National Public “Mental Health First Aid In Your Community” Map: Advertise courses and let the public know you are authorized to provide the program.
Establish and foster relationships with community mental health agencies as partners and resources
Serve as a resource to MHFA course participants on an ongoing basis
Respect the privacy of course participants, colleagues and others, including the responsibility to protect personal information
Advocate for MHFA by promoting the principles whenever possible
Grant writing to support MHFA Corps activities
Participate in AmeriCorps large service project
Participate in monthly calls held nationally by Health360
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Assist host site with ongoing community initiatives and regional events
Experience Preferred:
Personal and/ or professional knowledge of mental health topics
Strong teaching and/ or training skills and experience, especially with adult learners
Understanding of mental health issues and resources
Skills and experience facilitating diverse groups and creating/maintaining a positive, effective learning environment
Knowledge about mental health resources in her/his community and state
Positive attitudes towards individuals with mental illnesses
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Enthusiasm for reducing the stigma and discrimination associated with mental illness and addiction disorders
Details and Benefits include:
Complete a 10 month commitment, specific dates will be determined by the host site coordinator*
Full-time AmeriCorps position - 1700 service hours – 40 hours per week, 5 holidays, 2.5 personal days
AmeriCorps members receive a $12,630 stipend for their service – paid biweekly = 22 checks
$5,815 Education Award upon completion of service commitment (1700 service hours)
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Bachelor’s Degree Required
*Term of service is limited to a maximum of 12 months with approval by Health360.
Follow this link to complete an AmeriCorps Application:
https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=52020
Send Resume to: emily.frey@cascadiabhc.org