Employment Opportunities

Type:Full-Time

Location: Hallowell, Maine (Hybrid)

Hourly Rate Range: $26.50 / hr

POSITION SUMMARY
The Suicide Prevention Trainer at NAMI Maine is responsible for the delivery, development, facilitation, and evaluation of various suicide prevention training programs. The role requires adherence to national standards and grant deliverables, focusing on training risk assessment for school, healthcare, and community clinicians. The trainer will also support communities after a suicide or traumatic loss, working closely our Grief Resource Specialist and our  Director of Youth Education to schedule and deliver training across the state. The role involves frequent travel and an average of three training sessions per week.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Serve as a subject matter and resource specialist in suicide prevention.
• Utilize various online platforms such as Apricot, Survey Monkey, Square Space, and others used by the agency.
• Collaborate with team members to schedule and deliver training across the state and online via Zoom.
• Deliver the following training modules:
  • Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training
  • Advanced Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper for School Personnel
  • Clinical Suicide Assessment and Management for Clinical Staff
  • Suicide Prevention Training of Trainers
  • Suicide Prevention Awareness sessions for various audiences
  • Other relevant trainings as needed
• Act as a resource and support to individuals and groups following a suicide loss.
• Work with the SP Director and Program Directors to update training programs and materials as necessary.
• Ensure training information and data align with best practices and recent research.
• Travel throughout the state, including occasional overnight stays, and work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Complete all required trainings mandated by funding sources and the agency.
• Seek out and utilize supervision and support to successfully complete tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the successful completion of grant objectives.
• Exhibit outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrate strategic thinking, organizational, and time management skills.
• Conduct research, multitask, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related mental health field with a minimum of 4 years of experience in mental health education, preferably with a background in suicide prevention and intervention. High level of proficiency with Microsoft suite. Ability to work with both data and technology critical aspects of the role.
• Demonstrated experience as a trainer/educator is required.
• Proven ability to effectively implement contract deliverables as evidenced by previous employment.
• Commitment to developing content knowledge and skills in suicide prevention.
• Proficiency in technology and computer skills, including Microsoft Office and presentation software.
• Experience supporting individuals and groups responding to a suicide crisis.
• Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods and techniques.
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and maintain attention to detail.
• Knowledge of learning management systems, instructional design, and e-learning platforms is desired.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and analyze evaluation data.
• Must successfully pass criminal and DHHS background checks.

Physical Effort/Environment:

• A significant portion of work is completed offsite, requiring the ability to travel and drive varying distances.
• Transport and set up training materials at various sites.
• Prolonged sitting, walking, standing, occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds
• Frequent use of computers or cellular phones, involving repetitive hand/wrist motion
• This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Other Duties:

• Assist with 6 community outreach activities and 2 NAMI Maine annual events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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*Employer offers 100% paid medical benefits, Short Term Disability, Simple IRA with 3% match, 25 days of PTO, 12 paid holidays.

This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment. NAMI Maine reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform as NAMI Maine deems appropriate.

Type:Full-Time

Location: Hallowell, Maine (Hybrid)

Hourly Rate Range: $26.50 / hr

POSITION SUMMARY
The Grief Support Specialist will oversee support for NAMI Maine efforts to address individual and organizational needs after a suicide or traumatic loss. This role includes responding to and assessing individual and family needs following a loss. The position will work closely with the Director of Suicide Prevention to develop, implement, and sustain a program of tracking and response to suicide and traumatic loss, providing appropriate resources, immediate support, and referrals for care. Additionally, this role will convene and coordinate periodic gatherings of clinical professionals and non-clinical loss survivors to offer peer support and education sessions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Function as a content expert and resource for response after suicide and grief support.
• Collaborate with the Director to research and adapt models of suicide grief support to Maine.
• Receive, assess, and facilitate requests for support after a suicide or traumatic loss, working with the Clinical Director.
• Manage and update all loss-related resources and maintain a library of loss-related materials for sharing with those in need.
• Deliver education and technical support to schools and organizations after a loss.
• Coordinate all aspects of Grief Skill Development training.
• Facilitate the Suicide Grief Resource peer group and education sessions.
• Maintain and update program-related resource lists of providers and programs, and relevant participant and volunteer databases.
• Learn and utilize all state and agency-mandated data reporting and tracking.
• Utilize various online platforms required for completing tasks, including Apricot, Survey Monkey, Squarespace, Microsoft Office Suite, and other platforms used by the agency.
• Complete all required training by the funding source and NAMI Maine.
• Seek out and utilize supervision and support to complete tasks outlined within the role.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Suicide Prevention.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelors degree with training experience of 3+ years in a relevant field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Significant attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Experience personally or professionally with suicide or traumatic loss and associated grief.
• Previous experience in community/school engagement is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in the coordination of group learning and processing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to navigate difficult or emotionally charged discussions with empathy and understanding while adhering to appropriate role boundaries.
• Demonstrated passion and commitment to processing suicide or traumatic loss.
• Effective communication through multiple online and social media tools.
• Current motor vehicle license, insurance, and reliable transportation for statewide travel.
• Must successfully pass criminal and DHHS background checks.

Physical Effort/Environment:

This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Requirements:
Prolonged sitting, walking, standing, occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds

Other Duties:

• Assist with 6 community outreach activities and 2 NAMI Maine annual events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

APPLY NOW >
https://namimaine.bamboohr.com/careers/43

*Employer offers 100% paid medical benefits, Short Term Disability, Simple IRA with 3% match, 25 days of PTO, 12 paid holidays.

This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment. NAMI Maine reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform as NAMI Maine deems appropriate.