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High School Program Presenter

Transitions Mental Health Association • San Luis Obispo, California, United States • Part-time

$45,760

per year

Nonprofit Education mental health Presentations youth engagement

Job Description

Description

Position Title: High School Program Presenter

Program: Community Engagement Program

Position Summary

TMHA’s High School Program began in 2017, and has presented customized mental health curriculums to over 1,500 students each year. The primary curriculum, Mental Health 101, provides each student with mental health awareness, self-care options, and the ability to recognize when peers are in distress. This curriculum is presented in freshman Health classes at each participating High School, and has been modified for Middle School students as well. The curriculum is paired with engaging activities to help students understand content. In recent years, the program has expanded to include lesson plans and on-campus peer support groups. Each High School Program Presenter will work directly with the Community Outreach and Presentations Coordinator to learn and implement lessons, develop material, and provide trauma informed care to students. This position promotes the TMHA mission and mental health education in the community, and works with the Community Outreach & Presentations Coordinator and the Community Engagement Team to promote special events and educational campaigns. In all areas of work, each High School Program Presenter will uphold the program philosophy, promoting recovery, wellness, and Trauma-Informed Care. This is a Part-Time position, with duties dictated by school-based assignments throughout the year. Each High School Program Presenter will receive assignments and schedule from the Community Outreach & Presentations Coordinator and will frequently work in team settings, either co-presenting or alternating class periods.

Hours/ Salary

Part-time, non-exempt position. 20 hours per week. Anticipated hiring wage is $22.00 per hour. Includes a generous individual benefits package that includes critical illness benefits, accident benefits, 403b retirement (with up to a 5% employer match) paid sick time and a variety of helpful employee perks as well. (*Full Salary Schedule $21.00-$23.00 per hour).

Employee Perks/ Work Culture

A few of our helpful employee benefits include membership discounts to various local fitness centers, as well as a voucher to Sycamore Mineral Springs for discounts. We offer years of service gift cards to businesses of your choice. We offer gift cards for walking, biking, or carpooling to work as well as 20% discount for shopping at our Growing Grounds Downtown Store/Nursey/ Farm. We host two employee appreciation events for employees and their families yearly. We practice Trauma Informed Care Principles, Guidelines for Collaborative Conversations, and encourage the use of pronouns. We mindfully promote equality, respect and diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all the fascinating characteristics that make us different! TMHA is also a pet friendly workplace (upon approval)!

MISSION STATEMENT:

Transitions-Mental Health Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating stigma and promoting recovery and wellness for people with mental illness through work, housing, community and family support services.

Organization Description

Transitions – Mental Health Association is a leading non-profit agency committed to providing comprehensive mental health services and support to individuals and families by inspiring hope, growth, recovery and wellness in our communities. TMHA has decades of experience with teams of compassionate staff. TMHA is a driving force in improving mental health and wellness in our communities and a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and individual contributions.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is a Part-Time position, with duties dictated by school-based assignments throughout the year. Each High School Program Presenter will receive assignments and schedule from the Community Outreach & Presentations Coordinator and will frequently work in team settings, either co-presenting or alternating class periods.

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES:

Presentations:

Under the supervision of the Community Outreach & Presentations Coordinator, become fluent in TMHA’s Mental Health 101 curriculum and its full audio/visual presentation.
Deliver educational presentations in classrooms throughout San Luis Obispo County, including High Schools, Middle Schools, and local colleges.
Deliver lesson plans in high schools through San Luis Obispo County.
Assist in the facilitation of on-campus student support groups.
Administer surveys to students, collecting data, adding data to the program database, and refining the curriculum as necessary.

6. Interact with students and faculty as necessary

7. Actively engage in research surrounding presentation topics, updating information as needed.

8. Participate in regular meetings with the Community Engagement Team.

Other:

Promote, encourage and maintain trauma-informed practices in all services and activities. Practice and promote, both individually and in team meetings, the Collaborative Communication Guidelines in order to facilitate clear, empathetic and person-centered communication.
Attend meetings with the Community Engagement Team, Volunteer and Events Coordinator, and/or agency Directors when collaborating on special events and promotional campaigns.
Engage in regular trainings in order to further knowledge of mental health and other relevant topics.
Provide overview of outreach and presentation practices at new employee trainings and to staff when needed.
Protect the privacy and confidentiality of participants who receive mental health services.
Respond to emails, phone calls and all correspondence regarding trainings, presentations and forums in a timely and professional manner. This includes acknowledgements and thank you notes written and mailed promptly after the end of an event.
Supervise venue selections, confirmations and RSVP tracking as necessary.
Maintain printed supply of fact sheets, brochure inserts and brochures for outreach.
Maintain agency information in lobby and in resource library.
Support in maintaining warehouse inventory of outreach and event supplies.
All other duties as assigned.

Job Environment:

Moderate, physical activity and frequent driving; may include moving or lifting up to 50 lbs.
Involves moderate risks that require safety precautions and the risk of exposure to potentially intense situations.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in psychology OR 1 years’ experience of public speaking and/or providing informational presentations to local communities. Candidates with mental Illness lived experience is preferred. Demonstrate ability to establish and foster collaborative working relationships with community partners. Demonstrate ability to make presentations and trainings in front of young audiences. Must have availability during daytime school hours. Well defined organizational and time management skills. Must have daytime availability for school presentations and dependable transportation and ability to travel within San Luis Obispo counties. Basic knowledge of mental health, trauma-informed care values/practices, all TMHA programs and a strong grounding in TMHA’s mission. Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative work style and strong oral/written and communication skills. Must be responsible, and reliable, and possess problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Ability to work well within a team and maintain a professional, respectful attitude in the workplace. Ability to be willing to work with supervisor oversight and direction. Ability to possess and maintain good physical and mental health. Attendance is an essential function of this job that requires face-to-face interaction with clients and/or other employees. Ability to mindfully promote equality, respect, and diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. Demonstrate the ability to successfully deliver culturally responsive services. Knowledge of the various dimensions of diversity including mental health, gender, race and ethnicity. Ability to work independently and flexibly. Ability to handle intense situations, display good judgment and decision-making skills, and remain calm and clearheaded under pressure. Able to work effectively with a variety of people and personality types regardless of age, ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or socio-economic level. Must use reasonable precautions in the performance of one’s duties and adhere to all applicable safety rules and practices while acting in such a manner as to assure at all times, maximum safety to one’s self, fellow employees, clients, and other persons contacted through TMHA business. Conditions of employment include: Must be at least 18 years of age; possess a valid CA Driver’s License and DMV driving record that meets TMHA’s current vehicle insurance requirements. May be required to utilize reliable personal vehicle and auto insurance. Must comply with a TB assessment (possibly a TB test if needed to confirm a negative tuberculosis result) and receipt of a criminal record clearance through fingerprinting. Must be able to successfully complete First Aid and CPR training.

Physical Demands: