The Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County, in partnership with AmeriCorps and UServeUtah, provides opportunities for young adults to participate in high-impact service-to-career pathways while playing a key role in Utah's statewide commitment to improving the wellbeing and mental health of youth in our communities.
Mission: The Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County's mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens and leaders. BGCUC accomplishes this by providing school day and after school-based programs throughout the state of Utah.
A Mental Health School Navigator is placed in a middle or high school, agency contracted to serve those schools, after school or community program. MHSN's will provide regular small group wellbeing and mental health skill-building sessions, individualized student support and related administrative support.
Program Overview: AmeriCorps is a national service opportunity, not just a regular job. Candidates selected for this position will be enrolled as AmeriCorps Youth Mental Health Corps members. They will gain hands-on experience while earning recognized college credit or credentials representing a beneficial step toward fulfilling and in-demand careers in the healthcare, mental health, education, and social services fields. They will receive training, professional network development, career exploration and readiness, wraparound supports, and a stipend. You will be expected to complete a minimum term of service of 300 or 450 service hours. This is a great opportunity to add service, hands-on teaching experience, and credit hours and/or required Utah School Board of Education training certificates to your resume!
LOCATION: Gateway Preparatory Academy (Enoch, UT)
JOB SUMMARY:
- Part-time, full time, weekdays, and/or afterschool
- Shifts may start as early as 7:30 am
- Monthly/quarterly trainings
- Schedule details will vary depending on your site
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: May include:
- Lead mental health and resilience skill-building lessons during the time allocated each week;
- Maintain records of lesson plans and track data for the number of youth served;
- Complete weekly timesheets and regular reports;
- Evaluate progress of youth served using assessments and rubrics.
- Support licensed healthcare professionals by promoting well-being and recovery or by performing allowable administrative and supportive functions;
- Complete higher education credit hours or credited certification during or within six months of the end of service term; Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes:
- Build positive relationships with youth, families, school staff, and your team;
- Promote and stimulate program participation;
- Provide guidance and role modeling to members;
- Ensure youth are encouraged to participate in a variety of program areas/activities and receive instruction and constructive feedback to develop skills in program area(s);
- Demonstrate leadership to assure conduct, safety, and development of youth. Program Development and Implementation
- Effectively implement and administer programs, services, and activities for all youth and visitors;
- Monitor and evaluate program services and activities;
- Oversee youth safety, program quality, and appearance of the host site at all times.
Supervision
- Supervise and ensure safety during indoor and outdoor activities (rain or shine);
- Ensure a productive work environment by participating in regular staff meetings.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- May participate in special programs and/or events.
- Participate in weekly staff meetings and all grant required training.
- Participate in MLK Day of Service and National AmeriCorps Service Week.
COMPENSATION: A service term will provide a living allowance of $4,800 (for 300 hours) or $7200 (for 450 hours) paid over the term of your service. The stipend will be split up and paid on a bi-weekly (every two weeks) basis during your term of service. NOTE: You will not be paid hourly. In addition, an Education Award of $1,565.08 (for 300 hours) or $1,956.35 (for 450 hours) will be awarded upon successful completion of the term of service. The Segal AmeriCorps Education Award is a post-service benefit received by individuals who complete terms of national service in approved AmeriCorps programs. This award (similar to a Pell Grant) can be used to repay qualified student loans and to pay current educational expenses at eligible institutions. Between the living stipend (paid directly to you) and the Education Awards (paid to your institution on your behalf), your potential total compensation for the term of service is $6,365.08 (for 300 hours) or $9,156.35 (for 450 hours).
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
- 21+ years of age.
- United States citizen or legal permanent resident.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Meet the requirements set by the Corporation for National and Community Service.
- Experience working with youth, preferably teens.
- Knowledge of youth development.
- Motivate youth and manage behaviors.
- Ability to work with the school and general public.
- Plan and implement quality programs for youth.
- Organize and supervise youth in a safe environment.
- CPR and First Aid Certifications may be required.
- Valid State Driver's License
- Preference will be given to individuals with educational or work experience related to healthcare, mental health, education, and social services fields.
