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Title: Mental Health First Aid Instructor - On Call

Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

Sub Division-Department: DAL-School of Lib Arts & Sciences

Department: DAL-Criminal Justice & Sociology-514100

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

This is a grant-funded position in the Department of Criminal Justice and Sociology. The grant HOPE is a UNT Dallas program supported by a five-year (2022-2027) federal grant awarded from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA). This grant is focused on providing Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training to a large audience of individuals so that they can recognize the signs and symptoms of mental illness and identify resources available in the community. The trainer will coordinate and deliver the training programs to the target populations consistent with best practice.

Position Overview

Deliver the MHFA curriculum to the participants consistent with best practice and coordinate training logistics (training materials, registration).

Minimum Qualifications

• Mental Health First Aid instructor certificate.
• Thorough knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
• Proficiency to keep complex records, to assemble and organize data, and to prepare reports from such records.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work of others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the MHFA curriculum.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Excellent customer service skills, effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office computer applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated ability to complete tasks independently.
• Responsible, reliable and punctual.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's in sociology, psychology, public health, or any other related field.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• Mental Health First Aid instructor certificate.

Job Duties

• Delivering the Mental Health First Aid curriculum to the participants.
• Helping with training logistics such as scheduling sessions and registration of participants.
• Promoting the training event in the community.
• Collect participant data during the session.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Weekdays or weekends based on need.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Please also submit your resume and your MHFA certification to be considered.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.