Mental Health Outreach AmeriCorps Volunteer

AmeriCorps; Newtown (CT); On-site; Full time

Job description

The National Mental Health Corps is a national mental health workforce development program that engages universities, school districts, health care systems, and other community-based organizations across the nation to support widespread implementation of evidence-based mental health-focused gatekeeper trainings, including Mental Health First Aid, QPR, and SafeTALK. There is a sense of urgency and across the country, to improve awareness, recognition, and the ability to respond to the needs of those experiencing symptoms of mental illness. These gatekeeper trainings and programs provide communities with the tools to better respond to mental health care needs. AmeriCorps volunteers improve their host site’s capacity to address mental health needs in their community through service. During their one-year service term, AmeriCorps volunteers are trained as instructors in an identified gatekeeper training and provide certification classes for community members.

Member Duties

As a National Mental Health Corps AmeriCorps Volunteer, you'll help bring mental health education, awareness, and support directly into the community. Volunteers will play a key role in expanding Mental Health First Aid and other evidence-based mental health initiatives, helping individuals gain the knowledge and skills to recognize mental health challenges and support those around them. Through community outreach, presentations, workshops, and special events, members will work to reduce stigma, promote mental wellness, and connect people with local resources. Volunteers will collaborate with community organizations, health providers, and local partners to strengthen mental health support systems while gaining hands‑on experience in public health, program development, community engagement, and mental health advocacy. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while helping build healthier, more resilient communities.

Program Benefits

• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Relocation Allowance
• Stipend
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Living Allowance
• Training

Terms

Car recommended.

Service Areas

• Children/Youth
• Education
• Health

Skills

• Communications
• Education
• Community Organization
• Team Work
• Social Services
• Public Health
• General Skills
• Non-Profit Management
• Counseling

Program Type

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

National Mental Health Corps Volunteer - Kalamazoo College

Program Start/End Date

08/01/2026 - 06/01/2027

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

College graduate

Age Requirement

Minimum: 17 Maximum: 99

Program Locations

MICHIGAN

Accepting Applications

From 07/21/2026 To 10/01/2026

Contact

• Jackie Nickolas
• 5 Commerce Rd
• Newtown CT 06470
• 8608740848
• [e-mail]

Listing ID 130284