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Signs of Suicide® Senior School Outreach Specialist

Hannibal, MO (Part-Time, 9-month)

CHADS Coalition for Mental Health saves young lives by advancing the awareness and prevention of depression and suicide.

Program Description:

CHADS Coalition believes in the importance of educating our teens, their families, and the community about youth mental illness, specifically depression and suicide. We also believe in enhancing the emotional well-being of youth through building self-esteem, self-efficacy, decreasing bullying behaviors, decreasing risk-taking behaviors, and supporting the development of social and emotional skills. To accomplish our mission and support the social and emotional well-being of a child, CHADS primarily uses the evidenced-based programs including SOS® (Signs of Suicide) and Social Emotional Mentoring. By providing a variety of educational opportunities and direct support to students and schools, CHADS is able to reduce the stigma around mental health and connect teens to much needed outlets and resources. Our geographic area is primarily the St Louis Metro Area and has now expanded to rural Missouri. CHADS is a 501c3 nonprofit.

Job Description for CHADS Part-Time Senior School Outreach Specialist

CHADS is seeking a dynamic, highly organized, and experienced professional to fill the CHADS Senior School Outreach Specialist position located in Hannibal, Missouri.

The job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Facilitate SOS® (Signs of Suicide) student and adult trainings in schools within a dedicated region of Missouri

Administer, collect, and submit all SOS® data supporting paperwork to meet program expectations

Analyze school presentation data to assist the growth of the program

Create marketing and outreach plans specific to their dedicated region to expand CHADS programming

Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including but not limited to school partners, community organizations, and area businesses

Work collaboratively with the SOS® Scheduler and SOS® Data Specialist to schedule and facilitate meetings with school and community partners

Identify, support, and guide new innovative ideas and program development that support the expansion of CHADS services

Work with Chief Program Officer, SOS® Scheduler, and SOS® Data Specialist to ensure timeliness and accuracy of all SOS® scheduling and data

Promote SOS® Program to school administrators, faculty, and students as needed

Provide assistance and support to other program and agency staff as needed

Miscellaneous administrative office tasks

Maintain 30-40% impactful expectation

Any task assigned by the SOS® Program Manager or Chief Program Officer that is appropriate for this role

Periodically attend (in-person) staff meetings at the St. Louis office location.

Qualifications:

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in mental health or related field

3+ years working with schools or in the mental health field

Must be able to work 4-5 days per week between 7:30am to 4:00pm

Experience in program development, oversight, and growth

Energetic with the ability to engage with youth, parents, and schools

Must possess strong presentation skills with the ability to speak in front of students

Excellent organization skills, time management, record keeping skills, and meeting deadlines

Must be comfortable using computer applications and proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point, live video conferencing

Knowledge and compassion regarding suicide and bullying prevention

Strong verbal and written communications skills

Work independently and pro-actively

Team-player attitude and ability to understand and effectively share the CHADS’ mission

Desire to work in an environment of measurable accountability

This position requires access to reliable transportation and proof of a valid driver’s license

The Senior School Outreach Specialist is a part-time position (up to 25 hrs./wk.) that runs in conjunction with a typical school year, Monday-Friday working between 7:30am-4:00pm. Occasional evening hours may be required. This position reports to the SOS® (Signs of Suicide) Program Manager.

The salary range for this part-time position is $22.00 - $27.00/hour.

CHADS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. CHADS is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Flexible work from home options available.