The Youth & Family Program Manager oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of mental health initiatives for children, youth, and families in vulnerable communities. This role leads youth engagement and family-focused programming, manages key partnerships, and ensures high-quality, culturally responsive programming that promotes mental wellness and suicide prevention.

This is a remote role based in metro-Atlanta and requires local travel for programs, events, and partner meetings, including some evenings and weekends.

Key Responsibilities

Program Design & Management

• Develop, refine, and maintain curricula, processes, and tools for youth and family programs.
• Plan and execute youth and family initiatives such as the Youth Mental Wellness COPE Clinic and Parent Cafe.
• Lead the Youth Advisory Council (YAC) and Trailblazers Advocacy Program, fostering youth leadership, advocacy, and peer engagement.
• Develop resources and materials to support program delivery and participant engagement.

Partnerships & Community Engagement

• Build and maintain formal partnerships with youth-serving organizations, parent groups, schools, afterschool programs, local governments, and professional organizations.
• Coordinate and manage contractors, professional partners, and volunteers involved in program delivery and events.
• Plan and facilitate community advocacy events and community conversations to engage families and elevate mental health awareness.

Evaluation & Reporting

• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative data.
• Collect and synthesize participant and partner feedback to inform continuous improvement.
• Prepare timely reports, presentations, and updates for leadership, funders, and other stakeholders.

Fundraising & Communications Support

• Support fundraising efforts by providing program data, impact stories, and content for grant proposals and reports.
• Collaborate on digital marketing and outreach related to youth and family programming.

Qualifications & Skills

• Working knowledge of mental health, suicide prevention, and youth development.
• 12 years of program management or coordination experience (nonprofit setting preferred).
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, fluid environment.
• Working knowledge of digital marketing and basic graphic design (e.g., Canva).
• Comfort with data collection, basic data analysis, and report preparation.
• Ability to develop and tailor content for diverse audiences (youth, parents/caregivers, partners).
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively toward shared goals.
• Ability to interact respectfully and effectively with individuals from diverse social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Strong judgment, creative problem-solving skills, and the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative.
• Energetic, proactive, and mission-driven, with a passion for youth, families, and mental health equity.

Preferred (not required):

• Masters degree in psychology, public health, social work, education, or related field.
• Experience facilitating groups with youth and/or parents.
• Training or certification in Mental Health First Aid, suicide prevention, or related areas.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in psychology, public health, or a relevant field; Masters preferred.
• Residence in the metro-Atlanta area.
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation; regular local travel required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint).
• Experience with Canva or a similar graphic design tool.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for programs and events.
• Successful completion of background and reference checks (required to work with youth).

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $49,000$54,000, commensurate with experience.
• Paid Time Off.
• Health insurance.