Inside Higher Ed
Collaboration Coordinator - East
Inside Higher Ed
Greensboro, NC
Position Summary The Collaboration Coordinator – East will foster collaboration and advocate for Family Voice & Choice in partnership with other service delivery systems, state agencies, and other relevant stakeholders, including the Department of Public Instruction and SAMHSA-sponsored national agencies, focusing on the eastern region of North Carolina. The role will also establish a formal network or directory of family, youth, and young adult‑led organizations across the state to facilitate future collaboration and coordination.
Key Responsibilities Collaboration and Coordination
Partner with local and state SOC Collaboratives in the eastern portion of North Carolina.
Promote and advocate for Family Voice and Choice at all levels of services, systems, and policies in North Carolina.
Attend and participate in local, state, and/or national meetings and conferences to gather feedback on service and system planning.
Work with various state agencies and other agencies to promote SOC values and practices.
Establish and maintain relationships with SAMHSA‑sponsored national agencies with similar missions.
Coordinating a Network or Directory of Family, Youth, and/or Young Adult‑Led Organizations
Establish and maintain a formal network or directory of different family, youth, and/or young adult‑led organizations across North Carolina.
Develop plans for leveraging this network to facilitate future collaborations and coordination activities.
Build Family Capacity
Identify and link families to partners across the state to address identified needs.
Develop peer support networks across the state.
Develop leadership and advocacy skills among families.
Link families with state networks representing adult and youth mental health consumers.
Program Outreach and Information Dissemination
Develop and update content monthly and disseminate information through the program website and electronic newsletters, integrating information from ongoing technical assistance and collaboration with key federal, state, and local partners.
Provide technical assistance related to inquiries through the 1‑800 program number.
Statewide Needs Assessment to Inform Program Goals and Evaluation
Collaborate with the PI to develop the content of the statewide needs assessment.
Conduct stakeholder interviews and focus groups.
Collaborate with the evaluator to translate quantitative and qualitative data into goals, objectives, and ongoing program evaluation.
Minimum Qualifications
Relevant post‑baccalaureate degree required; candidates with an undergraduate degree and at least 3 years of related experience may be considered.
At least 12 months of lived experience related to personal and/or caregiving/family experience with a Serious Emotional Disturbance.
Experience working in a paid or unpaid Youth/Family Peer Specialist, Navigator, Partner, or similar role.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication, organization, and cross‑agency collaboration and coordination skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified or eligible for certification as a Certified Family Peer Specialist™.
Experience in a leadership role related to Youth and/or Family Peer Support and/or Education, and residence in Eastern North Carolina.
Physical Effort Hand movement – repetitive motions, reading, writing, hearing, talking, standing; lifting 0‑30 lbs.
Recruitment Range: Commensurate with Experience
Job Open Date: 10/03/2025
FTE: 1.000
Type of Appointment: Permanent
FLSA: Exempt
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Greensboro, NC
Position Summary The Collaboration Coordinator – East will foster collaboration and advocate for Family Voice & Choice in partnership with other service delivery systems, state agencies, and other relevant stakeholders, including the Department of Public Instruction and SAMHSA-sponsored national agencies, focusing on the eastern region of North Carolina. The role will also establish a formal network or directory of family, youth, and young adult‑led organizations across the state to facilitate future collaboration and coordination.
Key Responsibilities Collaboration and Coordination
Partner with local and state SOC Collaboratives in the eastern portion of North Carolina.
Promote and advocate for Family Voice and Choice at all levels of services, systems, and policies in North Carolina.
Attend and participate in local, state, and/or national meetings and conferences to gather feedback on service and system planning.
Work with various state agencies and other agencies to promote SOC values and practices.
Establish and maintain relationships with SAMHSA‑sponsored national agencies with similar missions.
Coordinating a Network or Directory of Family, Youth, and/or Young Adult‑Led Organizations
Establish and maintain a formal network or directory of different family, youth, and/or young adult‑led organizations across North Carolina.
Develop plans for leveraging this network to facilitate future collaborations and coordination activities.
Build Family Capacity
Identify and link families to partners across the state to address identified needs.
Develop peer support networks across the state.
Develop leadership and advocacy skills among families.
Link families with state networks representing adult and youth mental health consumers.
Program Outreach and Information Dissemination
Develop and update content monthly and disseminate information through the program website and electronic newsletters, integrating information from ongoing technical assistance and collaboration with key federal, state, and local partners.
Provide technical assistance related to inquiries through the 1‑800 program number.
Statewide Needs Assessment to Inform Program Goals and Evaluation
Collaborate with the PI to develop the content of the statewide needs assessment.
Conduct stakeholder interviews and focus groups.
Collaborate with the evaluator to translate quantitative and qualitative data into goals, objectives, and ongoing program evaluation.
Minimum Qualifications
Relevant post‑baccalaureate degree required; candidates with an undergraduate degree and at least 3 years of related experience may be considered.
At least 12 months of lived experience related to personal and/or caregiving/family experience with a Serious Emotional Disturbance.
Experience working in a paid or unpaid Youth/Family Peer Specialist, Navigator, Partner, or similar role.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication, organization, and cross‑agency collaboration and coordination skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified or eligible for certification as a Certified Family Peer Specialist™.
Experience in a leadership role related to Youth and/or Family Peer Support and/or Education, and residence in Eastern North Carolina.
Physical Effort Hand movement – repetitive motions, reading, writing, hearing, talking, standing; lifting 0‑30 lbs.
Recruitment Range: Commensurate with Experience
Job Open Date: 10/03/2025
FTE: 1.000
Type of Appointment: Permanent
FLSA: Exempt
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