Adult Mental Health Educator

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$21.35 an hour
 
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22366 Fuller Avenue, Hayward, CA 94541
 
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POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the supervision of CyB Supervisor, the Community Health Educator/Promotor in the Cultura y Bienestar (CyB) a Latino Outreach, Education and Consultation Project provides outreach, mental health promotion education, peer support, and referrals to community members within Eastern Alameda County: Pleasanton, Dublin, and Livermore. This position will be focused on a specific age group: Adults Seniors work site will be in the Tri-Valley Area (Livermore Office). This role will uphold and champion the agency’s mission, vision, and values and contribute to a collaborative and inclusive work culture.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

Provide support, education, and/or advocacy within the Latino community.
Commit to addressing issues of stigma and discrimination related to mental health issues.
Demonstrate community outreach and engagement methods.
Provide culturally sensitive and linguistically accessible prevention and early intervention services through Outreach, Education, Consultation and Early Intervention services.
Work individually and as a team to meet the following contract deliverables: Community Events, Psychological workshops, Support groups, Traditional healing events, Prevention Clients (1:1 Outreach), Promotional materials developed, Mental health referrals that result in successful linkages, One to One Prevention visits, Early intervention visits, and Consultation with natural leaders.
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Attend trainings and participate in events relevant to key responsibilities
Administer and collect participant satisfaction surveys and/or pre and post surveys
Track and regularly report on key metrics for responsible function areas
Leads and collaborate on special projects related to agency objectives as appropriate
QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE:

Bilingual English/Spanish required, bicultural preferred.
Requires high school diploma or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience providing supportive services in the community.
BS/BA in Administration or related field and 3 years of experience in the mental health field highly preferred.
Knowledge of, and respect for, a variety of distinct Latino communities in Alameda County as well as familiarity with cultural wellness practices and the role of importance of traditional healing.
Demonstrates and models excellent “customer service” orientation, especially in the ability to interact with people at all levels within and outside the agency.
Strong group facilitation, presentation, and organizational skills required.
Experience may be gained through employment, internships, or volunteer work. Must have experience serving the specific age group assigned to the position.
Non-Profit and Community Based Organization experience highly desirable.
Demonstrates and models excellent “customer service” orientation, especially in the ability to interact with people at all levels within and outside the agency.
Thinks independently and can make informed decisions when needed.
Exercises extreme discretion with the ability to hold, balance and transmit public and confidential information needed by various parties.
Proficient using MS Office products, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Acquires or maintains proficiency in using Google Drive products, including Docs, Sheets, and Forms.
Valid CA Driver’s license
Auto insurance: Personal vehicle may be used for business related purposes; it is recommended you inform your auto insurance carrier.
BENEFITS:

Excellent Health benefits package for you and your family including:
Medical/dental/vision benefits with 95% employee 80% dependent employer premium contribution and employer paid life insurance.
Vacation, 15 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days upon accrual
Employee Assistance Plan to support yours and your family’s wellbeing and finances
Pet Plan Benefit:
PetPlus Product and Prescription Discounts, Pet Assure Veterinary Discounts, AskVet 24/7 Pet Telehealth, and ThePetTag Lost Pet Recovery Service
403(b) retirement plan
Work-life wellbeing excellent work hours
Supportive/Collaborative work environment
Opportunities for Growth and Professional Development
License and Certification renewals reimbursed Read more