Part-Time Youth Mental Health Educator

Pay based on experience

Location: Chicago neighborhood after-school programs, schools & camps

About Us:

Gabriel's Light is a Chicago-based organization born from the tragedy of losing our twelve-year-old son to suicide. In honor of our son and all those lost to suicide, we share our journey with the hope that others may learn from our tragedy and take action. Through outreach, education, programs, and partnerships, we raise awareness and inspire youth, parents, educators, youth leaders, and summer camps to act in forwarding our mission. For more information see: www.gabrielslight.org

Our mission is to prevent youth suicide through education, cyber safety, and kindness campaigns.

Are you a mental health professional or mental health student seeking to make a difference? We seek a few unique individuals who are passionate about our mission. You are comfortable putting that passion to work with your engaging presence among youth ages 10-18, student leaders, and parents. We will teach you the content, and you will be expected to lead confidently through your communication skills and warm personality to build up, inspire, and empower the people around you. Does this sound like you? We look forward to hearing from you.
Essential Job Functions

Bring a positive energy to Chicago youth.

Confident presentation skills

Warm and engaging personality

Strong team player

Able to work during a typical school day and afterschool programs 8:00-6:00

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

Comfortable presenting to and engaging with youth!
A sincere interest in the challenges addressing mental health in youth.
A bachelor's or advanced degree in the mental health field or equivalent.
The ability to process and maintain confidential information and develop strong relationships with both internal and external constituencies and promotes a positive collaborative spirit across the organization's network.
Public speaking and presentation
Spanish speaking is a plus. We seek a diverse team, all are encouraged to apply

NOTE: This position hours take place during a school day or after school program. There are a few evenings and weekends also. Hours can be up to ten per week. The schedule is variable and there is no guarantee of number of hours.