Job Description

Position Summary

?The Community Education Specialist is responsible for delivering mental health education and outreach across Carlsbad LifeHouse's service area. This role focuses on increasing awareness of LifeHouse services, promoting early intervention through Mental Health First Aid training, and fostering partnerships with community organizations. Reporting to program leadership, this position plays a key role in destigmatizing mental health, expanding access to information, and building a supportive network of community stakeholders.

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Key Responsibilities

?Community Education and Engagement

Deliver presentations, workshops, and Mental Health First Aid training to community groups, schools, and stakeholder organizations Educate the public about LifeHouse services, behavioral health resources, and pathways to care Advocate for mental health awareness and stigma reduction through community involvement and public engagement

Outreach and Partnership Development?

Build and maintain relationships with local agencies, school systems, and service providers to expand the reach of LifeHouse's educational efforts Represent LifeHouse at health fairs, public forums, and community events Collaborate with internal staff to identify outreach opportunities and align messaging with organizational goals?

Training and Capacity Building

Train community members, volunteers, and partners in Mental Health First Aid and related programming Equip participants with tools to recognize and respond to mental health concerns within their own environments

Tracking and Reporting

Maintain accurate records of training sessions, community contacts, and event participation Track impact data and prepare reports that highlight outreach efforts and outcomes?

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Certified Peer Support Worker (CPSW) or Community Health Worker (CHW) certification Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport in communit settings Ability to speak confidently to groups and lead interactive training sessions Demonstrated understanding of mental health, community education, and relationship-building Cultural competency and sensitivity in working with diverse populations Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience providing Mental Health First Aid training or similar programming Background in behavioral health or nonprofit community engagement Familiarity with local resources and service networks
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties may be added, deleted, or modified at any time, with or without notice, at the employer's discretion.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.10 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location: In person