Commty Training Spec bei The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD (“The HARRIS CENTER”) is looking for a Community Training Specialist to join our team. 

The Community Training Specialist is responsible for the delivery of The Harris Center’s community training portfolio. In addition to training, they will also assist with the identification, scheduling, and marketing of the agency’s training portfolio.

This job requires availability to deliver trainings on weekends and nights if needed. Reliable transportation and willingness to drive to various locations throughout the county is required.

Your Role in action:

·       Responsible for the delivery of Youth, Higher Education and Adult Mental Health First Aid and all other modules as assigned.

·       Responsible for the delivery of other community training portfolio offerings as needed which may require additional certifications.

·       Assists with the identification, scheduling, and marketing of community organizations and businesses interested in training.

·       Ensures that their various training certifications for are up to date and relevant to the needs of our community.

·       Complies with agency policies and procedures, accrediting/regulatory bodies and performance contract documentation requirements.

·       Performs other related duties as assigned.

·       Demonstrates harmonious behavior and professional conduct when interacting with other staff and individuals out in the community.

·       Demonstrates organizational skills and the ability to plan, coordinate, and execute projects.

·       Demonstrates sensitivity to the cultural diversity of the public in the community.

·       Maintains all current certifications by meeting minimum training requirements for each certification annually.

·       Submits all reports on time as determined by reporting schedule with Community Training Manager.

What qualifications you will need:

Education:

·       Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, and Counseling or in a related behavioral field preferred.

Experience:

·       1 year of experience in outreach, training or organizational/administrative support.

·       Bilingual Spanish skills are preferred.

·       Candidates certified to deliver MHFA and YMHFA both virtually and in person preferred.

Other Key Qualifications:

·       Current and valid driver’s license required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

·       Understanding of mental illness and the aspects of MI as it relates to the consumers served.

·       Must possess effective written and verbal communication and organization skills.

·       Must be able to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.

·       Must have knowledge of a variety of community resources.

About us:

The Harris Center is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas.  As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The Harris Center provides care to over 90,000 people and has an annual budget of over $300 million.

As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The Harris Center provides a full continuum of services at 80 different sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 40 different languages as well as sign language in order to better serve what is one of the largest communities in the nation.

By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,500 employees, The Harris Center is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.

What else you should know:

This posting is associated with position #701402

What we have to offer:

The Harris Center not only offers a competitive salary but also a suite of excellent benefits designed to enrich your life both professionally and personally. Imagine a future with a robust retirement plan complemented by our generous company matching – a testament to our investment in your long-term financial well-being. Experience the unique advantage of our prior service credit, accelerating your journey towards a more substantial Paid Time Off accrual, empowering you to enjoy well-deserved breaks.

Enjoy Cell Phone Discounts, exclusive entertainment deals through Tickets at Work, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program supports your overall well-being.

Take advantage of significant financial relief through student loan forgiveness as a valued member of The Harris Center team. As a qualifying entity, our employees are eligible for various student loan forgiveness programs, designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with higher education.

Contributes to suicide care and prevention by embracing our values and applying a trauma-informed approach rooted in safety, trust, choice, collaboration, and empowerment.