AmeriCorps Mental Health Training Instructor at The Regional Center for Border Health

Teach, Empower, and Make a Difference in Mental Health – Join AmeriCorps!

Program: The National Mental Health Corps (formerly Healthy Minds Alliance) – 2024-2025 Program Year
Position: Mental Health Training Instructor
Reports to: The Regional Center for Border Health Supervisor

Please note- this is a full-time position, located in Lake Havasu, AZ.

About The National Mental Health Corps:
The National Mental Health Corps is a nationwide effort to tackle the mental health crisis by training everyday people to recognize, respond to, and support those facing mental health challenges. We’re transitioning from our former name, Healthy Minds Alliance, to The National Mental Health Corps to better reflect our growing impact.

What You’ll Do:
As an AmeriCorps Member in this role, you’ll teach mental health certification courses to community members. Your job is to empower people with the skills to help others, build connections, and spread awareness about mental health. You will be serving at the Regional Center for Border Health, supporting community members and giving them access to important mental health training.

Please note- There is no prior training required for this position! You will be trained in an evidence-based mental health program as part of your AmeriCorps service term!

Your Responsibilities:

• Get trained as an instructor for evidence-based mental health programs (Date & Location TBD).
• Lead mental health certification courses in your community.
• Reach out to local organizations, community leaders, and the public to promote training sessions.
• Spread the word through social media, press releases, and community events.
• Track and report participant progress through evaluations.
• Partner with mental health organizations and serve as a resource for participants.
• Keep participant information private and respect confidentiality.
• Advocate for mental health by sharing what you learn and teaching others.
• Help with grant writing to support mental health initiatives.
• Join AmeriCorps national service projects and monthly calls.
• Support your host site’s mental health programs and events.

What We’re Looking For:

• Personal or professional experience with mental health.
• Comfortable leading a class or training adults.
• Familiar with mental health issues and resources.
• Able to engage and support diverse groups.
• Passionate about breaking the stigma around mental health.
• Great communication and outreach skills.

Program Details & Perks:

• 10-month AmeriCorps commitment (exact dates depend on the host site).
• Full-time position: 1,700 service hours (about 40 hours/week).
• Includes 5 holidays and 2.5 personal days.
• Living stipend: $21,000 (paid biweekly over 22 checks).
• Education Award of $7,395 when you finish the program.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Be part of a movement that’s making a real difference in mental health education. Apply today to join The National Mental Health Corps!

How to Apply:
Please copy and paste this link into your browser to apply, https://health360inc.my.site.com/s/americorps-guest-application. Ensure you select "Regional Center for Border Health" as the organization.

Please note that your application will only be reviewed on our external application. Please complete the entire application by clicking the link above to be considered for this position.

For questions, contact Julia Puzone at puzone@nationalmentalhealthcorps.org

Join Us:
Be part of a team that’s reshaping mental health education and support. Together, we can create a future where mental health resources are accessible, impactful, and stigma-free.