Program Manager- Mental Health First Aid Program

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

Title: Program Manager- Mental Health First Aid ProgramReports to: Chief of StaffEmployment Type: Full- time, Mode of Work: In- person (no remote work)Work Location: Broward CountySalary Range: $65,000 (non-negotiable)BenefitsGang Alternative, Inc. offers a competitive Total Rewards Package, in addition your base salary:Health Insurance – 100% paid for employee onlyMedical Gap Insurance – 100% paid for employee onlyDental Insurance – 100% paid for employee onlyVision Insurance – 100% paid for employee onlyLife and AD&D – 100% paid for employee onlySupplemental Insurance – Aflac403(b) Retirement plan (with employer match)Employee Assistance Program11-12 Paid HolidaysPaid Time Off, including Birthday and Personal DayProfessional development opportunitiesOpportunities for career growthNon-profit IRS Taxable BenefitsQualifications and CompetenciesBachelor’s degree (Masters degree preferred) from an accredited college or University in criminal justice, behavioral health, social work, psychology, education, or a related field.Experience implementing evidenced-based programs and administering federally funded grants.Knowledge oof Youth Mental Health Fist Aid, behavioral health systems, trauma informed care, project management, grant compliance, and data reporting.Demonstration of a non-stigmatizing attitude towards mental illness.An understanding of, and an interest in, mental health problems.Familiarity with mental health terminology would be an advantage.Excellent time management skills, facilitation skills, public speaking skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Proficiency in word processing and presentation software (including Microsoft Word and PowerPoint).Knowledge of traditional and non-traditional training methods and techniques.Knowledgeable about learning management systems, instructional design and e-learning platforms.Excellent, leadership and interpersonal organization skills.Experience organizing workshops, seminars or similar functions.Willingness to work flexible schedules as deemed necessary including weekends and evenings.Proven work history with exceptional reliability and excellent attention to detail.Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.Proven ability to provide management with data needed to prepare federal grant reports and other correspondence required by funder.Ability to work in a team environment, while also working independently.Demonstrated capacity to handle multiple tasks, projects and meet deadlines.Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.Ability to take a collaborative, team-oriented approach.Extended knowledge of community and social services in Miami-Dade County.Must be able to pass DCF Level II clearance.Other duties as assigned.Position SummaryThe Program Manager is responsible for growing Gang Alternative, Inc.’s Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) program in Broward County. They are responsible for managing, designing, developing, coordinating, and conducting (in-person and virtual) training in Mental Health First Aid. They are responsible for aligning with all of GA’s trauma-focused behavioral health and substance abuse prevention programming.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide overall leadership and management for Project SMART Broward.Supervise project staff and contracted Mental Health First Aid instructors.Coordinate implementation of Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) and teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) training.Ensure fidelity to National Council for Mental Wellbeing curricula and instructor requirements.Develop and maintain partnerships with schools, behavioral health providers, youth-serving organizations, and community stakeholders.Coordinate participant recruitment and training logistics.Monitor project implementation, performance measures, and quality improvement activities.Oversee participant referral and follow-up processes.Review data collection activities and SPARS reporting.Prepare required SAMHSA reports and maintain project documentation.Coordinate grant implementation with Gang Alternative leadership and the Director of Finance.Serve as the primary liaison with SAMHSA.Staying abreast of emerging trends and best practices within the MHFA arena as it relates to substance abuse and violence prevention and intervention.Other duties as assigned.Note:This position may require independent travel between workstation and other sites and errands. Consequently, the incumbent must maintain a valid Driver’s License and insurance coverage on personal vehicle at all times during employment.Gang Alternative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Personnel are chosen based on ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.Gang Alternative, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplacehttps://info.flclearinghouse.com