Workforce Development Instructor for Mental Health Technician (MHT)

Workforce Development Instructor for Mental Health Technician (MHT) Guttman Community College - 4.3 New York, NY Job Details Part-time $40 - $55 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Working with post-secondary students Teamwork Master's degree Mental health facility experience Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Human Services Social Work Associate's degree Classroom Teaching Constructive feedback (student motivation techniques) Full Job Description

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT & CONTINUING EDUCATION ABOUT GUTTMAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

The Stella and Charles Guttman Community College is a beacon of innovation and knowledge creation in higher education, a two-year college where evidence-based high-impact practices in curriculum design and delivery permeate the educational model and have yielded graduation rates that are the highest in CUNY's community college sector and above the national average. Located in midtown Manhattan, Guttman draws a culturally diverse student body from across New York City and is a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution. The College is committed to using a range of innovative approaches to achieve its goals and to improve student persistence, retention, completion, and transfer. The centerpiece of Guttman's educational model is an integrated first- year core curriculum, where students examine current world issues and use New York City as a living text and laboratory. Thus, connecting information and concepts across multiple disciplines, contexts, and perspectives. This immersive approach equips Guttman students with the foundation of knowledge and skills essential to their intellectual, social, civic, and professional endeavors in and beyond the classroom. The College admitted its first cohort of 300 students in August 2012 and has established a bold goal to increase enrollment as informed by its new strategic plan (Guttman Forward 2028). Before applying, candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the Stella and Charles Guttman Community College website (www.guttman.cuny.edu) to learn more about the institution."

POSITION SUMMARY

The Part-Time Instructor for the Mental Health Technician (MHT) Course will plan, deliver, and evaluate instruction for an entry-level behavioral health workforce training program. The instructor brings subject-matter expertise in psychiatric rehabilitation, crisis intervention, and community-based mental health services to prepare students for roles as mental health technicians in clinical, residential, and community settings. This position reports to the Workforce Development and Continuing Education Department and works collaboratively with program staff to ensure high-quality instructional outcomes and student success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Instruction & Curriculum Delivery Deliver engaging, competency-based instruction for the Mental Health Technician course, covering topics such as psychiatric disabilities, medication management, de-escalation, documentation, and trauma-informed care. Develop and update lesson plans, course materials, and assessments aligned with behavioral health workforce standards and employer expectations. Facilitate in-person and/or hybrid learning sessions, adapting instructional strategies to meet diverse adult learner needs. Integrate real-world case studies, role-play scenarios, and skills demonstrations into course content. Student Support & Assessment Monitor student progress and provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments, skills demonstrations, and participation. Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance in Xendirect and in coordination with program staff. Identify students in need of additional support and connect them with program resources or academic advising. Program Collaboration Participate in program orientations, meetings, and professional development sessions as needed Assist with program reporting by providing instructional data and student outcome information as requested. Perform related instructional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mental Health, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field — OR equivalent professional experience in behavioral health. Minimum 3 years of direct experience working in a mental health, psychiatric, or behavioral health setting. Knowledge of entry-level mental health technician competencies, including psychiatric rehabilitation principles, safety protocols, and documentation practices. Strong interpersonal, communication, and classroom facilitation skills. Ability to work effectively with diverse adult learners, including those with lived experience of mental health challenges.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a behavioral health-related field. Prior teaching, training, or workforce development experience, particularly in a community college or adult education setting. Relevant credentials such as CMHT, CASAC, CPST, Peer Specialist Certification, or similar licensure. Familiarity with trauma-informed pedagogy, motivational interviewing, or recovery-oriented practice frameworks.

COMPENSATION & TERMS

Part-time, per-session instructional position. Compensation commensurate with qualifications and program pay scale. Grant-funded; continuation contingent upon funding availability and program enrollment. Schedule varies based on course offerings; evening and/or weekend classes are required for this role.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$40.00 - $55.00 per hour

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10018