YouthWell works with our partners in Santa Barbara County on youth mental health early intervention & prevention.
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OBJECTIVES OF THIS ROLE
We’re looking for a part-time YAB advisor to work with students on our Youth Advisory Board as well as a mental health educator to do outreach and mental health training for our community [Mental Health First Aid and QPR].
This position requires community engagement with YouthWell partners, school districts, students and community members including parents and teachers. [We are looking for someone that can make a minimum of a 2 year commitment. Occasional nights/weekends and travel within Santa Barbara County.]
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- MENTAL HEALTH TRAINING
- Community Outreach
- Schedule and manage MHFA and QPR classes
- Teach MHFA and QPR classes (training is provided)
- YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD
- Co-facilitate (zoom plus 2 in-person) YAB monthly meetings August-May held on Sunday afternoons for students throughout Santa Barbara County.
- Facilitate regional in-person meetings 1-2 times/month for students to work on campaigns and campus clubs.
- Empower student voices in mental health advocacy. Work to bring their voice to various forums, meetings and events and support students in developing talking points. Support students in working with their school leadership and staff to provide wellness campaigns. Support students in messaging and creating and posting on social media.
- Serve as a positive role model to high school and college students
- Promotion and coordination with the youth in the planning and attendance of the Youth Summit.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s, professional, or technical degree in a related field preferred.
- Mental Health First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days of hire in order to teach.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
- Ability to communicate and work with youth, young adults, and families from diverse backgrounds.
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure privacy in communications about youth, families, and staff.
- Demonstrate effective professional boundaries and self-care measures. Compassionate listening skills.
- Ability and willingness to work occasional nights and weekends to accommodate youth and family schedules
BENEFITS
- A health plan is available to employees who work 20+ hours/week after 1 month.
- A 403(b) Retirement Plan is available to both full-time and part-time employees.
- Vacation time, holiday pay, sick days for employees who work 20+ hours/week after 3 months.
SALARY & HOURS
- $25-28/hr DOE
- Status: Part-Time Non-Exempt – 10-19 hrs week (flexible)
- Position includes driving and is in-person if you live in SB/Carp & hybrid if you live in Lompoc or Santa Maria. Occasional nights and weekends.
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CONTACT: hiring@youthwell.org
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