Youth program manager
nate chute foundation for suicide prevention

Reports to: Executive Director
Full Time (30-40 hrs/wk) in person non-exempt employment
Hourly wage DOE

Under the guidance of NCF’s Executive Director, a Youth Program Manager will work to design, develop, and implement a new youth empowerment program.

The goal of the youth empowerment program is to provide and support activities that ultimately reduce or eliminate suicides and suicide attempts among youth through an upstream approach to suicide prevention.

The core purpose of this position is to design and launch an effective youth empowerment program and provide ongoing direction and management for program growth and sustainability. The ideal candidate will demonstrate consistency and commitment to ensure stability in all phases of program development and execution.
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Primary Responsibilities:

• Program definition and design
• ​Gather data and conduct needs assessments to support program design
• Design program parameters and plan for program rollout
• Program launch and implementation
• Ongoing program implementation and evaluation
• Assess program model and outcomes and plan for program growth, development, and expansion in alignment with NCF’s strategic vision

Other duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in preparation of grant requests and funding solicitation from outside sponsors
  
• ​Network to cultivate relationships with ongoing and potential strategic and community partners 
• Serve as an advocate and representative of NCF’s mission while interacting in the community
• Honor the mission and intention of NCF by working with the Executive Director, staff, and the Board of Directors to ensure program offerings are aligned with NCF’s vision and strategic goals.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or significant professional experience in social work, public health, counseling, education, or related field
• Experience working directly with youth
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple program development activities simultaneously
• Dynamic public speaking skills
• Willingness to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree and clinical licensure (LCSW, LCPC, etc)
• Experience working in behavioral health, suicide prevention, or youth based non-profit organizations
• Works well in a team and independently

SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO INFO@NATECHUTEFOUNDATION.ORG BY JANUARY 17TH.