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Job Description
Mental Health Promotion Training Coordinator
Jigsaw is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead the implementation of its Mental Health Promotion work as set out in the 'Together' Strategy (2022-2025).
Main Responsibilities:
- Play a key role in the implementation of Jigsaw's Mental Health Promotion actions as set out in the 'Together' Strategy (2022-2025)
- Develop, implement and evaluate a broad range of mental health promotion initiatives to build practical skills and resources of the adults in the lives of young people
- Develop and implement mental health promotion training for professionals who work with young people across Jigsaw services and nationally
- Oversee the training process to support Jigsaw staff to deliver mental health promotion offerings in communities
- Lead the implementation and monitoring of quality assurance processes related to Jigsaw's mental health promotion programmes, within Jigsaw and with partners
- Line manage staff and youth volunteers within the Youth Mental Health Promotion Department as appropriate
- Represent Jigsaw on internal and external working groups to maximise collaboration and partnership working
- Uphold Jigsaw's commitment to Youth Voice by ensuring the voices of young people are central to the development of the work
- Monitor KPIs regarding mental health promotion offerings
- Work alongside the Research and Evaluation Team in the evaluation of mental health promotion programmes and initiatives
- Produce written reports and papers in relation to the team's mental health promotion work
- Stay current with international developments in youth mental health promotion and training and adapt innovative programmes and practices to continually enhance Jigsaw's mental health promotion work
- Carry out other duties upon request by the organisation in fulfillment of Jigsaw's mission and vision
Requirements:
- A third level degree or masters qualification in health promotion, public health or other relevant subject, or specific allied health professions (i.e. Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Mental Health Nursing, Psychology, Psychotherapy only)
- Understanding of the issues which impact on the mental health of young people and an understanding of mental health promotion, prevention and early intervention strategies
- At least three years' work experience in the field of health promotion or mental health promotion
- Significant experience of designing and delivering education and training programmes and initiatives in relevant health promotion or mental health settings
- Experience of developing educational content for dissemination (e.g. training manuals, webinars, webpages, social media, toolkits), with particular reference to youth mental health
- Experience and skills in group facilitation, and deploying a wide variety of presentation and facilitation technique skills to ensure best learning outcomes for participants
- Ability to write comprehensive framework documents, work plans and progress reports
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with a variety of individuals and organisations
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate and work with a range of audiences from a variety of backgrounds
- Genuine passion for working with young people, their mental health and influencing change in Irish society in relation to youth mental health
Desirable Criteria:
- Familiarity of the youth mental health landscape
- Experience of developing and delivering education and/or promotion programmes in mental health
- Ability to meet strict deadlines and targets
- Able to work independently as well as part of a Team, and the ability to prioritise a variety of tasks, and pay careful attention to detail
- High tolerance for complexity and change and an ability to flourish and adapt in a dynamic environment
- Reliability, flexibility, and commitment
- Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Full, clean driving licence & access to a car
Jigsaw is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, gender expression or sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partnership status or culture.
Jigsaw is committed, where possible, to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits include defined contribution pension scheme, 10% discount on Laya Healthcare, annual leave, comprehensive annual CPD schedule, flexible working options, and financial support for further education.