Medical Professionals (Doctors, Nurses, Social Workers)

Purpose

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Medical professionals provide clinical expertise, health literacy education, and
holistic wellness support to complement peer-led programming. Their involvement
ensures Dare To Live remains evidence-based, safe, and impactful for all youth,
especially those in underserved communities.

Key Responsibilities

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Educational Leadership & Webinars

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• Host monthly or quarterly webinars on youth mental health, wellness, suicide
prevention, substance use, and related topics.
• Provide interactive Q & A sessions for students, parents, and educators.
• Support health literacy by explaining complex medical or mental health topics in
youth-friendly, accessible language.
Training & Mentorship
• Assist in training peer leaders on suicide prevention warning signs, crisis de-
escalation techniques, and coping strategies (nutrition, sleep, stress management,
exercise).
• Mentor college psychology interns and student leaders during workshops or
events.
Advising on Holistic Wellness
• Offer guidance on overall youth well-being, including physical health, stress
management, and preventative care.
• Advocate for integrating mental health with physical health in Dare To Live
programming.

Professional Oversight

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• Support risk management protocols in student clubs and peer support circles.

• Provide expert consultation for high-risk or sensitive cases referred by peer
leaders.
• Collaborate with licensed therapists and counselors to ensure consistent care
pathways.
Community Engagement & Partnerships
• Serve as guest speakers at Dare To Live school assemblies, community events, or
health fairs.
• Help strengthen partnerships with clinics, hospitals, and local healthcare
providers.
• Promote equitable access to culturally competent mental health and healthcare
resources.

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Resource Development

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• Contribute to Dare To Live’s educational resources, including wellness guides,
toolkits, and FAQs.
• Develop recorded webinars for school distribution.
• Assist with creating materials on youth-specific health and suicide prevention.

Time Commitment

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- Quarterly webinars or workshops (virtual or in-person).
- Occasional consultation calls with Dare To Live staff and peer leaders.
- Participation in advisory meetings as needed.

Impact

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By joining Dare To Live, medical professionals:
- Ensure youth receive holistic, safe, and reliable information.
- Help bridge the gap between peer-led support and professional care.
- Provide a lifeline for underserved youth who may lack access to consistent
healthcare.
- Empower the next generation of students to heal, lead, connect, and thrive.

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