Mental Health Corps Fellow - Gatekeeper Training & Outreach

National Mental Health Corps – South Carolina GFMC The National Mental Health Corps is a national mental health workforce development program that engages universities, school districts, health care systems, and other community-based organizations across the nation to support widespread implementation of evidence-based mental health-focused gatekeeper trainings. There is a sense of urgency in South Carolina to improve awareness, recognition, and the ability to respond to the needs of those experiencing symptoms of mental illness. These gatekeeper trainings and programs provide communities with the tools to better respond to mental health care needs. AmeriCorps volunteers improve their host site’s capacity to address mental health needs in their community through service. During their one-year service term, AmeriCorps volunteers are trained as instructors in an identified gatekeeper training and provide certification classes for community members. Member Duties Provide direct mental health support and prevention services through community outreach, education, and crisis response activities. Deliver evidence-informed trainings and programs, support stigma-reduction projects, and assist with outreach events to increase awareness of mental health resources. Depending on host site needs, provide crisis support, referral coordination, follow-up engagement, and care navigation. Support host organizations through program development, partnership building, data collection, outreach efforts, and sustainability activities designed to strengthen local mental health systems and expand access to services in high-need communities. Program Benefits Education award upon successful completion of service. Relocation allowance. Training. Stipend and living allowance. Health coverage. Childcare assistance if eligible. Terms Permits working at another job during off hours. Car recommended. Permits attendance at school during off hours. Service Areas Health Education Children/Youth Community outreach Skills Public health Community organization Education Team work Counseling Teaching/tutoring Social services Communications Leadership Public speaking #J-18808-Ljbffr AmeriCorps & Senior Corps