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“Overall, I loved the program. I am so grateful to everyone who has given their time, energy, and expertise to teach and lead us. I have learned and grown so much personally and professionally. My outlook on the world and the people in it has changed dramatically. I cannot say enough about how terrific this program is. I would recommend it to ANYONE who is interested in a career in mental health regardless of their education level. Thank you Jump Start!” --

- Carissa Barnett, Session 9

I got a promotion today at my work! I never would have gotten it, let alone a job in community mental health in the first place without the help of Jump Start. THANK YOU Jump Start!!

-Jen Novis, Session 7

I will have an interview with Telecare on Thursday because my resume has "Jump Start" on it.

-Marjorie Ballard, Session 6

Program Overview

This intensive training will cover Principles & Practices of Recovery and Psychosocial Rehabilitation to thoroughly prepare you for work in this rewarding field. Your marketability will also increase through field placements which will include one-on-one interactions with potential employers. Complete curriculum description is available here (MS-Word). The calendar for the program (which indicates classroom days versus internship days) can be found here.

Benefits

Participate in leading edge training that will prepare you for work in a changing mental health field.
Receive tuition and program books.
Intern with potential employers.
Enhance your resume.
Interact with and learn from nationally recognized leaders in the mental health field.
Collect a daily $10 "travel reimbursement".

Jobs

Jump Start is designed to prepare participants for entry level positions in the public mental health field. Some of the positions our recent graduates received are: Care Coordinator I, Youth Advocate II, Independent Living Specialist, Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist, Job Placement Coordinator/Job Coach, Case Manager, Recovery Counselor, Dual Diagnosis Case Manager, Peer Advocate, Counselor, Housing Coordinator, Mental Health Worker and Personal Service Coordinator I/II.

Is Jump Start for You?

We are looking for participants who represent a broad range of cultural & socio-economic backgrounds; graduates (with a B.A. or B.S. in any field) of all ages, interests, and work experience are encouraged to apply. The ideal participant has a commitment to social justice, enjoys working with people, wants to make a difference in other people's lives, and has an appreciation for diversity.

Priority will be given to persons in recovery from mental illness and family members of persons with mental illness.

"From the first day to the last, Jump Start has offered education, support, and an experience of a lifetime. Anyone who is considering going into the mental health field should apply to Jump Start."

I got a promotion today at my work! I never would have gotten it, let alone a job in community mental health in the first place without the help of Jump Start. THANK YOU Jump Start!!

"From the first day to the last, Jump Start has offered education, support, and an experience of a lifetime. Anyone who is considering going into the mental health field should apply to Jump Start."

Learn more about the Jump Start Fellows and read more testimonials at "Jump Start Graduates" page.