Community Mental Health Education & Outreach Coordinator

AmeriCorps; Newtown (CT); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Relocation Allowance

Stipend

Childcare assistance

Education award

Living Allowance

Job summary

The National Mental Health Corps AmeriCorps program seeks a Mental Health Education Coordinator to implement Adult Mental Health First Aid trainings in schools and communities. The role emphasizes outreach, partnerships, and data collection to support scalable mental health education initiatives.

Starting 09/01/2026; end 07/31/2027; full time in Newtown, CT with stipend and education award benefits; relocation assistance may be considered.

Qualifications

• College degree required or equivalent.
• Experience in community outreach or youth programs is preferred.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support Mental Health Education initiatives and trainings within schools and communities.
• Assist with outreach, partnerships, and promotional activities to expand reach.
• Contribute to data collection and basic evaluation to support program improvement.

Skills

Community Organization

Public Speaking

Youth Development

Counseling

Social Services

Teaching/Tutoring

Education

Communications

Education

College degree

Job description

The National Mental Health Corps AmeriCorps program seeks a Mental Health Education Coordinator to implement Adult Mental Health First Aid trainings in schools and communities. The role emphasizes outreach, partnerships, and data collection to support scalable mental health education initiatives.

Starting 09/01/2026; end 07/31/2027; full time in Newtown, CT with stipend and education award benefits; relocation assistance may be considered.