Director of Youth Engagement and Education

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Description

The Director of Youth Engagement and Education is a dynamic and mission-driven leader. This role plays a critical part in advancing the organization’s efforts to prevent youth substance use, support youth mental health, and empower young people as leaders of change.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in behavioral health and youth program development, with experience designing and implementing research-based and evidence-informed strategies for underage substance use prevention and mental wellness. This person will serve as a key resource for national and affiliate staff, offering program guidance, contributing to curriculum development, and helping to shape and strengthen the organization’s youth engagement strategy.

This is a fully remote, work from home position.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of a national youth engagement strategy rooted in the organization’s theory of change.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to ensure youth programming aligns with broader prevention and education goals.
• Stay informed on emerging trends in youth behavioral health and prevention science, translating insights into program direction.
• Co-lead the design and refinement of youth-focused programming and resources with a focus on prevention, mental health, and youth empowerment.
• Ensure programs are grounded in research-informed and evidence-based practice, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to align content with program goals and desired outcomes.
• Provide guidance to affiliate staff and program teams implementing youth engagement efforts.
• Develop training materials and deliver workshops or webinars on youth substance use prevention, engagement best practices, and mental health.
• Serve as a connector across teams to support knowledge-sharing and consistency in youth programming.
• Represent the organization in national forums, coalitions, and workgroups related to youth behavioral health and prevention.
• Build relationships with peer organizations, funders, and content experts to strengthen the organization’s approach and reach.
• Assist in grant reporting and proposal development related to youth programming when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in youth development, behavioral health, substance use prevention, public health education, or a related area.
• Experience designing or implementing prevention programs or youth education curricula.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development, mental health promotion, and protective factor frameworks.
• Spanish a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments and with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience facilitating trainings or presenting to groups.
• Passion for youth empowerment and public health.
• Familiarity with evidence-based prevention frameworks (e.g., Strategic Prevention Framework, Positive Youth Development, CASEL) preferred.
• Experience working in or alongside nonprofit, public health, or education systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of federal prevention funding sources (e.g., SAMHSA, CDC, NHTSA) and related program requirements is a plus.
• Experience working with youth advisory boards, peer leadership models, or school-community partnerships is extremely helpful.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of work, ensuring accuracy and quality in documents, reports, and communications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive mindset to address challenges and propose solutions.

Benefits

Eligible within first 30–45 days

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Retirement 403(b) + employer matching
• 4 weeks accrued vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays per calendar year
• Up to 3 Floating Holidays per calendar year
• Paid Sick Time
• Modified Tuition Reimbursement
• Maternal/Paternal Leave
• Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance covered by Employer
• FSA, HRA
• Employee Assistance Program

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Travel Required

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