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Hetrick-Martin Institute

Coordinator, Youth Substance & Recovery Initiatives

Hetrick-Martin Institute, New York, New York, United States, 10001

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Coordinator, Youth Substance & Recovery Initiatives

Unit: Programs Department: Youth Services Reports to: Director, Community Engagement & Programs Classifications: Non-Exempt; Union Placement Essential Functions: 45% Coalition Coordination & Administration [E.Y.E.S. Coalition] The Coalition Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day management of program goals, objectives and activities. The Coalition Coordinator will work collaboratively with the coalition to maximize participation and accomplishments. In addition to coordinating strategies, coalition initiatives and meetings the individual will be responsible for: Coordinate outreach and facilitation of the E.Y.E.S. [Engaging Youth Engaging in Substances] Coalition Program including: Build partnerships with LGBTQIA+ serving organizations, clinics, and schools to broaden coalition impact and resource sharing. Develop and lead culturally responsive outreach strategies that prioritize LGBTQIA+ youth, particularly youth of color, TGNC youth, and youth experiencing homelessness. Marketing of the program with recruitment to increase coalition members and participation Develop agenda items and guest speakers Record and maintain attendance records, meeting minutes, and other data reporting to satisfy contract deliverables. Maintain ongoing progress reports and submit through monthly and annual reports. Coordinate sector partners for events and prevention initiatives. Represent the EYEYS Coalition at local community, county and state meetings. Provide logistic support for assessments, trainings, and other coalition strategies. Compile data and monthly reports describing coalition efforts, initiatives, and outreach. Attend to other required duties in achieving and maintaining a successful coalition. Coordinate and facilitate monthly coalition meetings. Disseminate and analyze Youth Substance Use Community Assessment. Completion of quarterly contractual action plan and report submission. Ongoing youth engagement and interaction in substance use prevention and recovery activities. 45% HMI Substance Use Prevention Programming Provide prevention and risk reduction education, learning experiences, and skill-building activities about substance use, recovery, and other high-risk activities; empowering youth to meet life's challenges. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of substance use trends, recovery supports, and risk factors impacting LGBTQIA+ youth, especially throughout NYC. Lead internal learning opportunities to build staff capacity in LGBTQIA+ affirming and intersectional substance use services (at least 2 annually). Support with the development of recovery-based supported HMI services, activities, and open groups. Integrate LGBTQIA+ affirming substance-use based harm reduction messaging and mental health supports into all YSD activities. Co-design substance use education materials with LGBTQIA+ youth to ensure cultural resonance and accessibility. Develop and deliver at least one (1) youth-specific workshop per quarter (4 annually) focused on substance use, misuse, and recovery. Develop a minimum of two (2) community-level youth recovery events/activities. Host one (1) advocacy-oriented event. Support youth in sharing their stories at conferences, advocacy events, or via social media to destigmatize substance use and uplift recovery journeys; Recruit and support youth to serve on a statewide advisory committee. Establish community partnerships to Identify and refer LGBTQIA+ youth to affirming treatment providers and recovery supports as needed. 10% Travel Up to 10% travel locally and within the state of NY specific to job deliverables may be required for this position. Travel may be related to: Attend and present at conferences focused on LGBTQIA+ health, substance use, or youth development to highlight program outcomes and youth voices. Represent the organization in statewide or citywide task forces focused on LGBTQIA+ behavioral health and youth recovery. Accepting awards and recognition on behalf of HMI. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Bachelor degree in public health or public administration, social work, education, or other related human services field. Specific experience with coalition building, community engagement, and community mobilization. Extensive knowledge and understanding of substance use, recovery, and harm reduction efforts. At least two years experience with diverse youth populations in an urban setting, including LGBTQIA+ youth from various cultures, intersections, and backgrounds. Experience facilitating group discussions and managing a variety of small and large group dynamics. Knowledge of trauma-informed care, liberation healing, and positive youth development models. Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills. Ability to exercise independent judgment when appropriate; strong decision-making skills. Computer Skills: Strong with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Working Conditions: Work primarily in 2 Astor Place, NYC, except for community engagement activities. Work schedule: General HMI hours program hours 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm; flexibility is required to support programmatic needs of the Coalition.