Prevention and Intervention Program Manager

Prevention and Intervention Program Manager

Position Summary

This 32 hours per week, on average, hourly position supports the mission of the organization by building rapport and connections amongst the internal Mountain Youth team, focuses on building and maintaining partnerships, as well as creating supports for families through coordinating and facilitating prevention and intervention programs. This position reports to the Director of Community Education.


Mountain Youth Team Member Expectations:

Be a champion for youth and advocate for policies, practices, and efforts that support their overall healthy development

Leverage opportunities to develop impactful partnerships

Ensure youth are recognized as valued partners in our work and in the community

Ensure community members are recognized as valued partners in our work and in the community

Maintain positive staff and board relations

Support in fundraising efforts and sustainability strategies to maintain the overall work of the organization

Participate in regular one-on-one, team, and committee meetings to align different efforts and resources across the organization

Represent Mountain Youth through collaborative projects as needed

Willingness and commitment to prevention specialist training and professional development

Maintain Mountain Youth internal database and tracking systems in a timely manner

Support with other Mountain Youth projects, newsletter and communication strategies, and events

Perform general office duties and other duties as assigned

 

Position Responsibilities: 

Focus Area 1: Family Health, Connections, and Engagement 

Goal- Enhance connections and educational support systems for youth and families to live healthier lives. 

Manage family prevention and intervention opportunities in English and Spanish.

Coordinate intervention program delivery, which may be inclusive of and not limited to We Hear U, Prime for Life, Guiding Good Choices, safe driving and vaping cessation programs

Coordinate intake and scheduling process with referring agencies, families, and facilitators


Focus Area 2: Youth Health and Education

Goal- Enhance student skills-building and education via school-based life skills and social-emotional learning opportunities. 

Facilitate relationships with school partners and program facilitators to deliver school-based programs.

Coordinate prevention programs including life skills, substance use prevention, young driver safety education and additional prevention curricula

 

Overall Program Management Responsibilities: 

Relationship Cultivation: Build and maintain relationships with schools, partners, and facilitators to ensure successful prevention and early intervention programs for youth and families. Serve as primary conduit between Mountain Youth and schools.

Strategic planning: Oversee development and growth of programs, including goals, objectives, and inclusion in strategic plans, as identified by community assessments, to students in elementary through high school and their families.

Monitor program effectiveness, review evaluation results, and explore program adaptations with schools, partners, and Director of Community Education to increase program effectiveness.

Attend trainings to support program development, facilitation and evaluation skills.

Program Oversight: Recruit, train, manage and support facilitators to deliver evidence-based programming with fidelity.

Oversee professional development and training plan for facilitators

Providing coaching of facilitators and monitoring programs

Deliver programs as schedule allows, on an as-needed basis

Coordinate program supplies and materials to fulfill each program

Ensure survey completion, update tracking tools, and support completion of evaluation and grant reports with program information in partnership with Director of Strategic Impact

Referral Coordination: Work with schools and partners to refer youth and families who may need targeted prevention or early intervention programs, as concerns arise, and coordinate delivery of services.

Collaborative Efforts: Participate and engage in community outreach efforts, build and maintain relationships with schools, partner organizations, and community leaders.

Participate in community-wide resource connection and referral efforts (i.e.: Mountain Safe, Resource Directory Committee, Youth Violence Prevention Collaboration, and others as requested)

Work with schools, community partners, and facilitators for collaborations related to programs, including behavioral education partners


Additional Qualifications: 

Interest in and commitment to positive youth, family and community development, and overall community health and safety. Bilingual English/ Spanish language speaking and multicultural preferred. Experience in nonprofit organizations, community building, program management, youth development, substance use prevention, or family education strategies preferred, or equivalent combination of experience and training.

Ability to thrive independently as part of a dynamic team

High level of professionalism and strong written and verbal communication skills

Innovative and creative; ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing needs, resources and requirements

Strong public speaking skills and comfort in community settings with diverse partners and stakeholders

Strong meeting facilitation skills, engaging diverse viewpoints and guiding groups toward consensus

Strong program facilitation skills, particularly interacting with referred youth and families for intervention services

Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize

Strong management skills to oversee multiple programs and schedules at the same time, with ability to respond to last minute changes and needs

Strong computer skills including Microsoft office programs and social media

Willingness to commit to a flexible schedule, including weeknight and weekend commitments

Willingness to travel throughout the Eagle River Valley and occasionally regionally and statewide for meetings, programs, events, trainings and conferences

Compensation and Benefits: 

This full-time hourly role will require 32-40 hours per week during the school year. Candidates should prioritize availability during school hours and school calendar. There is flexibility in summer work from 10-32 hours per week. Some evening and weekend work commitments may be expected, hours may vary depending on the program and responsibilities. This position is based in Eagle County. 

The starting wage range will be $31-$32.50 per hour. A benefits package is available including paid professional development, flexible and remote work scheduling opportunities, paid time off package (holiday and sick), employee assistance program, annual wellness stipend and more.


Cover letter and resume should be submitted to sbratschie@mountainyouth.org.

Additional Info

Education Level : Not Applicable

Organization Name : Mountain Youth

Job Type : Full-Time

Compensation : $31.00 - $32.50 an hour

Job Title : Prevention and Intervention Program Manager

Application Link : mountainyouth.org/jobs

Job Location : Eagle County

Work Model : Hybrid

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