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24 people are interested
Mental Health Facilitators and Community Educators Needed!
ORGANIZATION: NAMI Gulf Coast
Please visit the new page to apply.
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24 people are interested
A big part of NAMI Gulf Coast's Mission is providing education, at no charge, to individuals and families impacted by mental illness as well as the professionals who assist them. We are looking for volunteers who are interested in facilitating local support groups, teaching mental health courses, and/or attending exhibits on behalf of NAMI GC throughout the year.
Training and curriculum is provided. You just have to a passion for people, be comfortable teaching and have experience with mental health/illness; we provide the rest! Bilingual (Spanish speaking) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this volunteer opportunity.
More opportunities with NAMI Gulf Coast
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About NAMI Gulf Coast
Location:
PO Box 4096, Alvin, TX 77512, US
Mission Statement
It is the mission of NAMI Gulf Coast to provide support, education, and service advocacy for families and individuals affected by mental illness. Eliminating the stigma of mental illness is our primary goal, and our hope is that one day mental illness will be treated with the same compassion and understanding as any other illness.
Description
In 1988, Carolyn Karbowski founded NAMI Gulf Coast. This was a result of a two-year journey after her son was diagnosed with schizophrenia and she discovered there were few services, no educational programs and no support for families struggling with mental illness. Determined to make a much-needed change, Carolyn began to organize services that would benefit those affected by mental illness. NAMI Gulf Coast has evolved from a volunteer-run, grass roots organization to a vibrant education and support agency that is known throughout the state of Texas as one of its leading NAMI affiliates.
Today, we continue to offer our local communities with mental health education programs. The programs we currently offer are Ending the Silence, Partnerships (PTR), Family & Friends (F&F), and AS+K? About Suicide. You can learn more about each of these programs on our website. We also provide support for families and individuals affected by mental illness through our monthly support groups, newsletter, HelpLine, and community events. Lastly, we provide advocacy at the local, state, and national level to work for legislation and funding to ensure quality care for people living with mental illness.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
PO Box 4096Alvin, TX 77512
DATE POSTED
June 24, 2016
SKILLS
- Public Speaking
- People Skills
- Teaching / Instruction
- Group Facilitation
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 25
- Orientation or Training
- Volunteer ApplicationInterview/Meeting