Who’s Hiring? 9 Organizations Offering Mental Health Services was originally published on Idealist Careers.
Over recent years, there’s been incredible progress made toward ending the stigmas surrounding mental illness and increasing awareness about the importance of mental health. But even as more people acknowledge the need for increased health care and support, the United States continues to face a mental health crisis.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 30% of American adults report experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Mental health is also a concern for young people, with 42% of high school students reporting that they struggle with persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness.
You don’t have to be a healthcare professional to champion mental health in your community. Here are nine organizations that offer mental health services and are currently hiring on Idealist.
1. Jefferson Health, Philadelphia, PA
With a mission to improve the lives of their patients by reimagining health, education, and discovery, this hospital health system is the largest in Philadelphia based on total licensed beds. Jefferson Health’s system of hospitals, outpatient and urgent care centers, and telehealth networks focuses on providing exceptional physical and mental health care support. They are hiring an HIV Mental Health Services Supervisor and a Mental Health Counselor for onsite positions.
2. Rose Haven, Portland, OR
This nonprofit provides day shelter, resources, emotional support, and community connections to women, children, and marginalized people experiencing homelessness and poverty. They are hiring a Mental Health Advocate for an onsite role.
3. CAMBA, Brooklyn, NY
This nonprofit’s mission is to help struggling New Yorkers stabilize their lives and become self-sufficient. CAMBA serves more than 65,000 individuals and families across New York City through programs focusing on homelessness prevention, housing support, employment training, after-school support, and more. They are hiring an Accounting Supervisor/Bookkeeper, Accountant – Grants & Contracts, Mental Health Counselor, and Senior Grant Writer.
4. Health Law Advocates, Inc., Boston, MA
As the only nonprofit law firm in the country affiliated with a grassroots organization and dedicated solely to ensuring access to health care for society’s most vulnerable members, Boston’s Health Law Advocates, Inc. provides free legal representation to people who live or work in Massachusetts. They are hiring a Staff Attorney and a Paralegal to work on hybrid schedules.
5. Bay Area Community Resources, San Rafael, CA
This nonprofit promotes the healthy development of individuals, families, and communities in the Bay Area. Their direct service programs focus on supporting low-income youth in high risk communities. They are hiring for four open roles based in and around the Bay Area: Mental Health Therapist, Substance Abuse Counselor, Clinical Supervisor, and Mental Health Therapist.
6. Transitions Mental Health Association, San Luis Obispo, CA
This private, nonprofit agency supports at-risk youth and disabled adults and seniors through programs that help individuals live, work, and grow in the communities within San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. They are hiring for five open roles on Idealist.
7. Program for Torture Victims, Los Angeles, CA
As the first nonprofit of its kind in the United States, this organization provides comprehensive medical, mental health, and social support to help torture survivors rebuild their lives and reclaim their identities. They are hiring a Clinical Psychotherapist/Forensic Evaluator to work on a hybrid schedule.
8. The Brookline Center for Community Mental Health, Brookline, MA
This nonprofit meets the evolving mental health needs of children, families, and adults in Greater Boston by providing affordable and culturally-responsive mental health care and social services. They are hiring a Director of Communications, Director of Individual Giving, and Director of School-based Tele-Behavioral Health to work on hybrid schedules.
9. American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Arkansas
This voluntary health organization is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, including those who have experienced a loss, through research, education, and advocacy. They are hiring a Programs Manager for a remote role based in Arkansas.
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