Benefits:
Bonus based on performance
Job Title: Community Mental Health Educator Department: Behavioral Health / Community Outreach Reports To: Program Director or Outreach Supervisor Job Type: Part-Time Job Area: Harrison County, Hancock County, Jackson County
Position Summary: The Community Mental Health Educator is responsible for promoting awareness and understanding of mental and behavioral health services within the community. This individual acts as a liaison between the organization and external stakeholders, including hospitals, clinics, schools, and other community-based entities. The primary goal of the position is to build strong referral networks and increase participation in key mental health programs, including Therapy, Case Management, Community Support, Peer Support, Day Treatment, and Psychosocial Rehabilitation.
Key Responsibilities: Community Engagement & Education
Represent the organization at community events, health fairs, and stakeholder meetings.
Provide education and outreach presentations on mental and behavioral health services to diverse audiences.
Clearly explain the scope and benefits of services offered, including Therapy, Case Management, Community Support, Peer Support, Day Treatment, and PSR programs.
Relationship Building & Referral Development
Establish and maintain positive relationships with referral sources such as hospitals, clinics, social service agencies, and schools.
Collaborate with medical and community providers to encourage appropriate referrals to internal programs.
Track and follow up on referral trends, offering feedback and guidance to improve community access to services.
Strategic Outreach & Program Growth
Identify new outreach opportunities and develop strategies to increase client participation across all behavioral health programs.
Work closely with internal teams to understand program capacity and tailor outreach accordingly.
Gather and report data on outreach activities and program interest to leadership.
Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma, Associates Degree Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, Health Education, or a related field preferred.
Experience: At least 1 year of experience in mental or behavioral health, public health, or community engagement.
Knowledge:
Strong understanding of mental health conditions, behavioral interventions, and community-based care models
Familiarity with the roles of therapy, case management, peer support, and psychosocial services
Skills:
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to engage diverse populations with sensitivity and professionalism
Strong networking skills and established relationships with hospitals, clinics, and community organizations
Working Conditions:
Flexible part-time schedule (some evenings or weekends may be required)
Frequent travel to community sites, healthcare facilities, and outreach events
May involve lifting or transporting outreach materials
Performance Goals:
Increase in qualified referrals to mental and behavioral health programs
Positive feedback from community partners and stakeholders
Documented outreach and education activities with measurable engagement outcomes
Flexible work from home options available.
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