POSITION TITLE: Mental Health First Aid – Training Facilitator

BENEFITS: Medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, Aflac Supplemental, Flexible Spending Account, CalSavers Retirement Savings Program. Paid time off, sick days, and paid holidays. Mileage Reimbursement.

SALARY RANGE: $46,000-$48,000, Non-exempt, Full Time

REPORTS TO: MHFA Program Manager

Work Schedule: MHASD operates on a 40-hour work week; typical schedule is 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. However, flexibility is required due to the nature of business. Schedule may be changed as needed to include evenings, weekends and holidays.

Program Overview: Mental Health First Aid is a non-clinical, evidence-based program designed to educate general adult and youth members of the various communities within San Diego County including rural areas to recognize risk factors and signs of existing and/or emerging mental health issues. As a mental health advocacy organization, Mental Health America of San Diego (MHASD) is dedicated to the provision of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training courses throughout San Diego County and has been providing trainings to diverse community members since July 2008.

MHFA Training Facilitator - Responsibilities:

· MHFA Program Facilitator will work closely with Program Manager and Program Coordinator.

· The primary role of training facilitators is to teach the Mental Health First Aid 8-hour interactive courses with fidelity to the core program model and key messages.

· Teach MHFA Public Safety Courses.

· Training facilitators will ensure there are manuals for all their participants, prepare course materials, compile resources, and provide participant evaluations.

· Apply appropriate techniques for adult learners.

· Effectively provide mental health literacy education to adults, community members, business and agency staff that serve adult/youth population, serve as a liaison to partners.

· Outreach to the community and garner interest in the program.

· Collect and analyze data and other information as required by the contracting agency.

· Begin trainings on time in an orderly, organized fashion.

· Use effective motivation to help stimulate a personal desire to learn the subject/skill(s).

Qualifications:

· Minimum of an AA degree in a related field.

· Must be able to attend and pass MHFA training and certification process for instructors that will be provided by MHASD and MHFA National. Must maintain certification as an Instructor for Adults and Adults Working with Youth.

· 2-3 years experience with conducting trainings.

· Strong customer service and problem solving skills.

· Computer skills including: Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Etc.

· Background check will be conducted.

· Must have current CA Driver License and current car insurance.

Mental Health America of San Diego County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with MHASDC is on an “At Will” basis. MHASDC Complies with all Federal, State, and Local Law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Microsoft Powerpoint: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• San Diego, CA 92104 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Diego, CA 92104: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person