Mental Health Content Specialist job in Newark
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Newark, Delaware - DE University of Delaware
Employer: | University of Delaware |
Job Ref: | Ref_149349 |
Country: | United States |
State: | Delaware - DE |
City: | Newark |
Zip Code: | 19716 |
Mental Health Content Specialist CONTEXT OF THE JOB The Center for Disabilities Studies (CDS) promotes increased access, opportunity and accomplishment among people with disabilities--across ages and life domains-- through its multifaceted research, training and service portfolio. CDS is one of 68 University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs) nationwide, and is the largest research, training and public service center in the College of Education and Human Development. The Center's current programmatic units focus on transition to adult life, health and wellness, PreK-12 education, and assistive technology. Each unit implements a cohesive program of research, training and service, including model demonstrations, service delivery, technical assistance, academic training, professional development community training, advocacy, and information dissemination. CDS is also the administrative home of several interdisciplinary pre-service preparation programs. CDS works in close collaboration with federal agencies and organizations, state agencies, other units at UD, community organizations, service providers, and individuals with disabilities and their families. Each unit provides opportunities to both graduate and undergraduate students to develop their knowledge, skills and dispositions and contribute to the Center’s mission. The center also manages the Disability Studies Minor, the Access:Ability Scholars program, and two large-scale leadership training programs. The Mental Health Content Specialist is a part of the Health & Wellness Unit within the Center. More information about CDS is available at www.udel.edu/cds. In its 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, CDS identified mental health as a priority domain for research, training and system change initiatives. Under the limited direction of the Health and Wellness Unit Director, the Mental Health Content Specialist helps provide leadership and direction to current CDS initiatives related to mental health. The Mental Health Content Specialist provides content expertise in the practices and systems that support individuals with disabilities who have mental health challenges. This individual will help design and implement new initiatives that enable a more comprehensive understanding of the mental health needs of individuals with disabilities, including effective practices and supports for this community and their families. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborates with the Health and Wellness Unit Director to: determine vision and long-term objectives; devise and implement processes and practices; and make operating decisions that positively impact the Center’s portfolio of mental health-related initiatives, with a focus on the mental health of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Essential Master’s degree in social work and/or a discipline closely aligned with mental health and a minimum of 3 years of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their family members/caregivers, and/or mental health professionals who serve this population of individuals. Preferred Advanced skills in budget preparation and management, and the ability to develop financial plans and manage resources. Ability to travel to clinics, hospitals, and other potential training audience sites throughout Delaware Applications close: Open until filled | |
Area of Interest: | Operations/Field Service |
Job Category: | Higher-Ed/Education |
Position type: | Full-Time |
Post Date: | 03/04/24 |