Mental Health First Aid Program Lead

Gang Alternative, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

403(b) Retirement plan with employer 4

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays (11-12)

Job summary

Gang Alternative, Inc. seeks a Program Manager to grow the Mental Health First Aid program in Broward County. You will design, coordinate, and conduct in-person and virtual MHFA trainings, aligning with trauma-informed behavioral health initiatives.

The role requires strong project management, grant reporting, and collaboration with schools and community partners. Travel may be required; confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, behavioral health, social work, psychology, education, or related field.
• Masters degree preferred.
• Experience implementing evidenced-based programs and federally funded grants.
• Knowledge of Youth Mental Health First Aid and trauma-informed care.
• Strong verbal and written communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management for the MHFA program in Broward County.
• Supervise staff and contracted MHFA instructors.
• Coordinate YMHFA and teen MHFA training logistics and delivery.
• Ensure fidelity to curricula and instructor requirements.
• Develop partnerships with schools and community stakeholders.
• Monitor performance measures and quality improvement activities.
• Prepare SAMHSA reports and maintain project documentation.

Skills

Program management

Grant compliance

Data reporting

Public speaking

Facilitation

Time management

Communication skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree

Masters preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Gang Alternative, Inc. seeks a Program Manager to grow the Mental Health First Aid program in Broward County. You will design, coordinate, and conduct in-person and virtual MHFA trainings, aligning with trauma-informed behavioral health initiatives.

The role requires strong project management, grant reporting, and collaboration with schools and community partners. Travel may be required; confidentiality is essential.