Youth Mental Health Educator

Part-Time Youth Mental Health Educator

Pay based on experience

Location: Chicago neighborhood after-school programs, schools & camps

About Us:

Gabriel's Light is a Chicago-based organization born from the tragedy of losing our twelve-year-old son to suicide. In honor of our son and all those lost to suicide, we share our journey with the hope that others may learn from our tragedy and take action. Through outreach, education, programs, and partnerships, we raise awareness and inspire youth, parents, educators, youth leaders, and summer camps to act in forwarding our mission. For more information see: www.gabrielslight.org

Our mission is to prevent youth suicide through education, cyber safety, and kindness campaigns.

Are you a mental health professional or student seeking to make a difference? We seek a few unique individuals who are passionate about our mission. You are comfortable putting that passion to work with your engaging presence among youth ages 10-18, student leaders, and parents. We will teach you the content, and you will be expected to lead confidently through your communication skills and warm personality to build up, inspire, and empower the people around you. Does this sound like you? We are excited to hear from you.

Essential Job Functions

• Bring a positive energy to Chicago youth.
• Confident presentation skills
• Warm and engaging personality
• Strong team player
• Able to work during a typical school day and afterschool programs 8:00-6:00

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Comfortable presenting to and engaging with youth!
• A sincere interest in the challenges addressing mental health in youth.
• A bachelor's or advanced degree in the mental health field or equivalent. Current Masters students and PhD candidates are encouraged to apply.
• The ability to process and maintain confidential information, develop strong relationships with internal and external constituencies, and promote a positive collaborative spirit across the organization’s network.
• Strong communicator.
• Spanish speaking is a plus. We seek a diverse team, and all are encouraged to apply.

NOTE: This position's hours take place during a school day or after-school program. There are also a few evenings and weekends. Hours can be up to ten per week. The schedule is variable, and there is no guarantee of the number of hours.