Suicide Prevention Program Manager
Purpose of the Job: To provide suicide prevention education and support to the Licking County community.
Essential Job Functions:
• Coordinate and facilitate evidence-based suicide prevention trainings in the community.
• Assist with setting measurable outcomes, meet set goals and requirements, prepare and present data on measured outcomes for all funders.
• Prepare monthly reports and maintain documentation of program activities as requested by the Executive Director.
• Facilitate the Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors (LOSS) Team.
• Cofacilitate the Licking County Suicide Prevention Coalition.
• Administer depression screenings and provide referrals to community resources as needed.
• Coordinate annual suicide prevention event and other events as needed.
• Assist with program’s fundraiser(s).
• Identify funding opportunities and assist with applying for grants to ensure sustainability.
• Communicate clearly to students and school staff, other Mental Health America staff and community members.
• Work toward Ohio Certified Prevention Specialist or Assistant certification.
• Work flexible hours on occasion including evenings and weekends.
• Participate in monthly Quality Assurance and Team meetings as schedule allows.
• Maintain cultural humility in service delivery.
• Accept other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and Development Manager/Program Liaison.
Job Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree required in health education, public health, social services, education or related field.
• Minimum of two years’ experience with in-person and virtual training facilitation of various group sizes.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of suicide prevention best practices and community resources preferred.
• Must be trustworthy with confidential materials and information.
• Ability to relate to individuals of all ages, cultural backgrounds and socioeconomic status.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Acceptable background check.
Position particulars: This is a year-round, full-time (40 hours per week) position. Hours are primarily during business hours of 8 am – 4:30 pm however some evening and weekend hours will be required.
Rate of Pay: $20 - $22/hour based on experience.
P.O. BOX 702
50 W. LOCUST STREET
NEWARK, OH 43058
PHONE 740.345.9757