Health Education Specialist Job at AmeriCorps, Houston, TX

  • AmeriCorps
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Join to apply for the Mental Health Outreach Specialist role at AmeriCorps 1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Mental Health Outreach Specialist role at AmeriCorps Following robust training that includes Mental Health First Aid Certification for both youth and adults from an accredited institution--along with care for veterans and seniors, suicide watch and special mental health needs for other vulnerable populations--MEMBERS serving as Mental Health Outreach Specialists (MHOS raise awareness, reduce the stigma and discrimination associated with mental illness and seeking treatment, and equip individuals with the necessary tools to recognize and address stressors. Current Members say,"this experience has transformed my own life," and "working with these individuals each day fulfills me in ways I could never have imagined." Further help on this page can be found by clicking here . Member Duties : DUTIES --The mental health outreach specialist works to promote and protect mental health in the community through education about resources and programs that promote mental wellbeing. --Create safe space for open community or one-on-one- dialogs about mental health to take place --Educate the community about warning signs and symptoms of mental illness --Facilitate mental health awareness community events --Create mental health awareness material --Compile mental health resource lists for community --Share strategies and tools for addressing mental health stressors Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Robust Training in variety of fields , Living Allowance , Training . Terms Permits working at another job during off hours , Uniforms provided and required , Permits attendance at school during off hours . Service Areas Health , Children/Youth , Community Outreach , Elder Care . Skills Team Work , General Skills , Passion for serving others . Refine Search Summary Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National Program Mental Health Outreach Specialist Program Start/End Date 09/01/2025 - 06/30/2026 Work Schedule Part Time Education level Some college Age Requirement Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99 Program Locations TEXAS Houston/Galveston Languages All languages are welcome English Accepting Applications From 05/15/2025 To 06/30/2026 Contact Carole Juarez 100 W Oaks Mall Houston TX 77082 832-967-7300 americorps-houston2@sewausa.org Listing ID 119669 Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Part-time Job function Job function Health Care Provider Industries Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AmeriCorps by 2x Get notified about new Mental Health Specialist jobs in Houston, TX . Spring, TX $82,000.00-$90,000.00 1 day ago Cypress, TX $75,000.00-$85,000.00 2 months ago Absence and Disability Management Specialist Spring, TX $75,000.00-$81,000.00 4 days ago Qualified Mental Health Professional (Bilingual encouraged to apply) Senior Social Science and Behavioral Health Associate Mental Health Clinical Faculty (Part-time) We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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