AmeriCorps Mental Health Lead - Youth Enrichment

AmeriCorps; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Education award

Training

Living allowance

Job summary

AmeriCorps is seeking a Mental Health Lead for the 2026-2027 Y.O.U. AmeriCorps program. You will bridge clinical expertise with afterschool enrichment, supporting SEL and mental health integration in the OST environment.

The role targets a Bachelor’s-level professional seeking high‑level experience in social work and program administration, with opportunities for growth and community impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's-level professional seeking to gain high-level experience in social work, community mental health and program administration.
• Experience in social-emotional learning (SEL) integration preferred.
• Ability to work in afterschool enrichment settings and OST environments.

Responsibilities

• Bridge between clinical expertise and daily afterschool activities.
• Support integration of SEL and mental health support into OST.
• Assist with program administration and coordination.

Skills

Teaching

Tutoring

Conflict Resolution

Youth Development

Leadership

Counseling

Social Services

Education

Public Speaking

Team Work

Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

AmeriCorps is seeking a Mental Health Lead for the 2026-2027 Y.O.U. AmeriCorps program. You will bridge clinical expertise with afterschool enrichment, supporting SEL and mental health integration in the OST environment.

The role targets a Bachelor’s-level professional seeking high‑level experience in social work and program administration, with opportunities for growth and community impact.