With a career at CHR, you can look forward to a respectful workplace, an inclusive culture, and most importantly, a family. A career can mean different things at different workplaces. Apply now to see what it means to us and what it’s like to work somewhere your voice is heard, your wellness is a priority, and your success matters.
JOB TITLE: Peer Trainer
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Per-diem
SCHEDULED HOURS: As Needed
PROGRAM/LOCATION: Mental Health First Aid Awareness; Windsor, CT. *Mostly remote with some in-person meetings in the Tolland, Windham, and Hartford Counties required.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Mental Health First Aid Awareness
MHAT will utilize the evidenced based training curriculums of Mental Health First Aide (MHFA) and YMHFA (Youth) to train individuals and groups that can benefit from mental health awareness training in the communities CHR serves. We seek to train a diverse group of individuals including social and human service staff, criminal justice professionals, veterans, first responders, k-12 teachers/staff and community college personnel and others. This will enhance overall community awareness of mental health disorders.
ABOUT THE POSITION: Peer Trainer
Duties & Responsibilities
- Have and Maintain Adult MHFA Instructor Certification. Youth MHFA Instructor certification a plus.
- Provide MHFA training to professional and social service providers from a variety of agencies, including professionals in schools, criminal justice, emergency personnel, community college, veteran groups, and social service agencies.
- Collect trainee sign-in sheets, trainee satisfaction and knowledge-based surveys.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree.
Experience: Have lived experience with mental illness or substance use disorders and willingness to share experience to enhance training where appropriate.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Adult MHFA Instructor Certification at hire. Youth MHFA Instructor Certification a plus.
Why Join CHR?
ð Award-Winning Workplace:
- Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years!
ð Generous Time Off:
- Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
ð° Retirement Savings:
- Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
ð¥ Comprehensive Insurance:
- Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
ð Education & Tuition Support:
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
- Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
- Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
ð Career Development:
- FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
- Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
- Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.
ðª Wellness Program:
- Annual wellness stipend.
- FREE 24/7 confidential counseling sessions and a FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
- Fun activities like virtual bring-your-pet-to-work lunches, weekly yoga, coloring contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
ð¤ Employee Involvement:
- Exciting learning collaborative fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Join employee-led resource groups, DEI Council, and Wellness Committee.
- Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!
ð¢ Stay Informed:
- Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
ð And So Much More:
- Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.
Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!
COMPENSATION*:
$20.00/hr
*Our per diem and fee for service positions offer a flat hourly rate.
CHR is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects differences and honors the experience of our diverse staff. We encourage women, members of ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with (dis)abilities, and veterans to apply.
Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!