MentalHealthTraining&PartnershipsSpecialist

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3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

Job Title:

Mental Health Training and Partnerships Specialist

FLSA Classification:
Exempt

Department:
Research and Training

Reports to:

VP of Research & Training

Updated:
November 2026

The Mental Health Training and Partnerships Specialist supports Hanna Center's goal of becoming a national leader in mental health and trauma-informed, healing-centered care by delivering and advancing research-informed, culturally responsive training for internal and external audiences. Working within the Department of Research & Training, the Specialist facilitates, develops, and refines training curricula in mental health, trauma-informed care, and related areas, ensuring that content reflects current evidence, practical application, and the diverse needs of the communities served.

The Specialist will help build a sustainable train-the-trainer pipeline that expands the reach and consistency of Hanna's training, while supporting internal professional development and the integration of evidence-informed practices across the organization. The role also cultivates collaborative relationships with schools, community organizations, public agencies, and other system partners to identify training needs, develop partnerships, and extend the impact of Hanna's expertise.

The ideal candidate is an engaging facilitator, skilled collaborator, and trusted relationship builder who brings demonstrated mental health expertise, cultural responsiveness, and humility to their work. Through effective training, partnership development, and continuous learning, the Specialist will help translate research into practice, strengthen professional capacity, and advance Hanna's impact across the mental health and trauma-informed care fields.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Facilitate in-person and virtual mental health training, including trauma-informed care, for schools, community organizations, residential care providers, mental health professionals, direct service staff, and leadership teams.
• Adapt delivery to meet diverse learner needs using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and culturally responsive, healing-centered principles
• Support the design, development, and continual refinement of training curricula, digital courses, and learning tools tailored to various sectors.
• Ensure all training aligns with evidence-based mental health frameworks, including SAMHSA's trauma-informed principles and reflects current research and best practices.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to integrate real-world applications and practitioner voices into training content.
• Provide follow-up coaching and technical assistance to support implementation and deepen practice.
• Contribute to toolkits, case studies, and implementation guides that reinforce training content

2.Train-the-Trainer & Internal Training

• Implement and lead a train-the-trainer program that develops skilled trainers with lived experience and professional expertise.
• Coach and mentor trainers to ensure high-quality, consistent delivery across sessions.
• Support Hanna Center's internal training needs, including professional development, compliance, and licensure-related training, in partnership with HR and department leaders.
• Support administration of continuing education (CEU) offerings, ensuring training meets accreditation and organizational standards.

3. Community Partnerships & Engagement

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with schools, nonprofits, healthcare, government, and community-based organizations.
• Serve as a point of contact for partner organizations, assessing their training needs and coordinating follow-up support.
• Launch and facilitate communities of practice, professional learning networks, and alumni groups for training participants. Represent the Research & Training Division at community meetings, conferences, and panels to share mental health and wellness practices and strengthen collaborations.
• Identify partnership opportunities and share them with Research & Training leadership to inform program planning.

4. Organization, Evaluation & Administration

• Maintain accurate records of training, attendance, evaluations, and…