Youth Program and Community Outreach Coordinator

Reports To: Program Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, full-time in Tarrytown office with local travel

Position Summary

Youth Program and Community Outreach Coordinator is responsible for leading and expanding NAMI Westchester’s (National Alliance on Mental Illness) youth-focused mental health education and engagement initiatives throughout Westchester County, as well as handle the organization’s community outreach activities. The coordinator works with staff, volunteers, school and community partners to advance NAMI Westchester’s mission and strengthen the organization’s presence throughout the community.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, implementation, evaluation, and continued growth of NAMI Westchester's youth-focused initiatives, identifying opportunities to expand programming and address emerging community needs
• Provide leadership for school-based initiatives in middle schools, high schools and colleges including presentations and clubs
• Cultivate and maintain partnerships with school districts, colleges, universities, community organizations and other community stakeholders
• Represent NAMI Westchester at community events, school programs, health fairs, conferences, county meetings, and other outreach opportunities
• Build and maintain strong relationships with students, educators, counselors, administrators, parents, community leaders, and program volunteers
• Partner with the Program Manager to coordinate program scheduling, volunteer assignments, logistics, program participation data collection, evaluation, outcome measurement, reporting, and continuous quality improvement
• Work alongside the Program Manager to cultivate community partnerships
• Develop outreach materials, presentations, program resources, and content for the website, newsletters, social media, and other organizational communications
• Participate in organization-wide initiatives, staff meetings, strategic planning, and special events as assigned
• Work with team members to support grant administration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, social work, public health, communications, nonprofit management, or a related field preferred
• Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with diverse partners, stakeholders, and people with lived experience
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and public presentation skills
• Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-up
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently and collaboratively within a small, mission-driven nonprofit organization
• Commitment to NAMI Westchester’s mission of improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental health conditions
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support programs, outreach activities, and community events.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing, coordinating, or delivering programs for youth, schools, colleges, universities, or community organizations
• Youth education, prevention, or community outreach program experience
• Ability to recruit, train, and supervise volunteers, interns, and student leaders
• Experience planning and facilitating educational presentations, workshops, or community events
• Familiarity with mental health advocacy and community-based initiatives
• Background in nonprofit, educational, behavioral health, or community-based organizations
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Canva, virtual meeting platforms, and social media

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Passion for supporting youth and advancing mental health awareness
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to establish trust and foster collaborative relationships
• Problem-solving skills and initiative to identify opportunities for program growth and innovation
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Ability to represent NAMI Westchester with professionalism, compassion, integrity, and