Teen Aide (450

Through the Gem State Public Health program, members will conduct needs assessments regarding collaborations and partnerships, and recruit potential partnerships as well as coordinate meetings, design training materials, and provide other support to public health agencies. Members will also conduct ASSIST and QPR Training for community members to increase the number of suicide prevention interventionists throughout Idaho. The program will offer members academic advising and the opportunity to explore degree options that focus on public health.

The Teen Aide will expand and enhance the capacity of existing public health programs and services by mentoring teens after school, facilitating Sources of Strength and other mental health and wellness initiatives, encouraging an inclusive environment, assisting with prevention-focused groups and leadership development activities.

Position Duties: provide homework assistance and support teen's academic success; provide Sources of Strength, Life Skills training, and youth engagement activities in a safe environment; help prepare for special events, community outreach, and resource fairs; assist with attendance tracking and prevention-focused activity preparation; help complete nightly program notes and assist with participant documentation; promote positive mental health and emotional regulation through daily interactions.

• Education award upon successful completion of service.

• Permits attendance at school during off hours
• Permits working at another job during off hours
• Car recommended.

• Children/Youth
• Public Health Ameri Corps.

• Counseling
• Public Health
• Communications
• Team Work.