Southeastern MA Outreach Coordinator

Job description (part-time, 15-25 hours a week) :

Program Coordinator – Southeast MA

Join a Mission - Driven Team at The NAN Project

Location :

Primarily on Cape Cod, with travel throughout SE MA and occasionally to our Saugus, MA HQ

About Us :

The NAN Project, based in Saugus, MA, is a trailblazer in mental health education and suicide prevention. We empower youth by breaking stigma and fostering understanding through our peer-to-peer programming. Operating in over 80 communities statewide, our innovative model employs young adults with lived mental health experiences to share their inspiring stories of resilience, providing hope and education to middle and high school students.

As we expand into Southeastern Massachusetts, with a specific focus on Cape Cod and the Islands, we're looking for a dynamic and compassionate Program Coordinator to help us build meaningful connections and amplify our impact in this region.

About the Role :

As a Program Coordinator for Southeast MA, you'll play a pivotal role in growing our reach and enhancing the effectiveness of our programs, with an initial focus on the Cape & Island communities. This part-time position (initially) offers the opportunity to work closely with young adults, schools, and community organizations to foster awareness, education, and empowerment around mental health challenges and recovery.

What You'll Do :

• Build Connections : Engage with schools, youth-serving organizations, and community groups on Cape Cod, and throughout southeastern MA to promote The NAN Project's mission and programming.
• Recruit & Empower Peer Mentors : Identify and train young adults with lived mental health experience to share their stories of hope and resilience.
• Create Impactful Presentations : Collaborate with Peer Mentors to craft compelling personal stories (your own and their's) that educate students, reduce stigma, and spark dialogue.
• Facilitate Trainings : Lead workshops, team-building activities, and evidence-based suicide prevention training (e.g., QPR) after certification.
• Organize & Manage : Maintain records, oversee event planning logistics, and implement operational tools like Monday.com.
• Champion Inclusion : Address the intersectionality of mental health challenges and identity (e.g., race, ethnicity, sexuality, gender) in your outreach and presentations.

What We're Looking For :

The ideal candidate is looking for a part time job (15-25 hours a week) and is a passionate advocate for mental health, eager to connect with diverse communities and inspire young people. You thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to making a tangible difference. You also will live on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, and preferably have experience working in schools in the southeastern region.

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Why Join Us?

How to Apply

If you're ready to inspire hope and lead change, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant materials to jcavanaugh@thenanproject.org.

Let's work together to build a brighter, more compassionate future for our youth.