JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Program:
DEPARTMENT:
REPORTS TO:
Health Ambassador Program Youth (HAP-Y) Coordinator
Full-time, 40 Hour/week
Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Center
Wellness and Recovery Services
Program Manager
POSITION, PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES:
The Health Ambassador Program Youth (HAP-Y) Coordinator will be part of development and delivery
a new program dedicated to recruiting youth to participate in trainings focused on various topics focused on
mental wellness. The coordinator will be reporting to the Program Manager and will work closely with the team,
schools, providers, the community throughout San Mateo County.
HAP-Y engages culturally responsive consumers and youth as community change agents,
training them to help others. HAP-Y also places a high value on the concept of recovery,
instilling hope that with proactive action, people can heal and recover, and achieve optimal wellbeing. Ultimately, we hope to help increase access to behavioral health services (both for formal
system and peer-based resources) among impacted youth and adults across the county, and
critically, to help reduce the stigma attached to behavioral health concerns, and seeking
treatment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Represent StarVista and HAP-Y program in the community at large;
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Ensure appropriate and positive relationships, utilizing strong collaborative
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relationships with referral agencies, the community and county providers;
Attend county and community meetings supporting program and other community
and county partners;
Develop outreach strategies and advertisement, including social media;
Create posters/brochures and distribute throughout the community;
Present to schools, community colleges, faith-based groups, and other organizations;
Become a trainer and lead trainings to address mental wellness and stigma reduction;
Network with community groups and partner on recruitment efforts
Support in planning/attending regular support meetings for youth participants
Act as the primary contact for all recruitment questions and inquiries;
Organize and track trainings and participation of youth;
Administer outcome measures needed to demonstrate effectiveness of program;
Work with StarVista on reporting and monitoring of outreach efforts and outcomes, and
provide monthly updates
Keep data on all inquiries, outreach efforts, and any other recruitment related activities;
Provide quarterly reports and work with Manager on reporting and documentation;
Uphold professionalism with community agencies and referral sources - maintaining
appropriate boundaries.
Work closely with the Manager on the creative visioning and development of the program
and perform other duties as needed; and
Attend staff meetings, training, supervision, and other meetings as required for the position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITES REQUIRED:
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Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage with diverse communities in San Mateo
County;
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Organized and able to provide follow-through;
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Creative, outgoing and takes initiative;
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Strong written and verbal communication skills;
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Able to organize and report data and outcomes;
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Understanding and dedication to mental wellness;
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Ability to work as a team leader and accomplish tasks supporting the agency’s mission;
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Ability to problem solve and/or seek solutions; and
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Ability to complete administrative duties, as assigned by Program Manager.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work independently in the community and or with a team; take initiative, some evenings and weekends
required with advanced notice.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum level of education is a BA degree. Experience working with youth a plus. Preference is given to
those who are bilingual Spanish and/or bicultural. The employee must have a valid CA Driver’s License,
their own car with valid auto insurance. The employee must become 1st Aid and CPR certified (if not
already so) and be able to pass a livescan background clearance.
SUCCESS FACTORS:
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Enjoys working in the community, is passionate and creative
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Enjoys working with youth and community partners.
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Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet specific goals and deadlines.
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Flexibility in meeting changing priorities as the work requires.
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Able to monitor the impact of services provided, and make adjustments as necessary.
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Able to function as part of a team and possess strong interpersonal skills.
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Support for agency direction, purpose and mission.
POSITION STATUS:
Reports to the Program Manager
Exempt, 40 hrs/week, benefits include health, dental, and vision, sick leave, vacation, personal
days, and holiday pay.
TO APPLY: Please e-mail resume and cover letter of why you are interested in this position to
[email protected]
StarVista is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of children, young
people, adults, and families across San Mateo County. More information about the agency and
its programs can be found at www.star-vista.org.
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