Alumni Coordinator

Flyland Recovery Network; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Flyland Recovery Network is seeking an Alumni Coordinator to develop and grow a vibrant alumni network that supports individuals after discharge from mental health and substance use treatment. You will nurture long-term relationships, coordinate outreach and events, and help create a positive recovery community beyond treatment.

You will work with clinical colleagues to ensure warm handoffs to aftercare and community services, track outcomes, and contribute to program development based on alumni

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1–2 years in substance abuse or mental health services, peer support, event planning, or client relations.
• Personal recovery experience welcomed and used professionally within ethical guidelines.
• Prior alumni relations or community outreach experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Engage alumni through regular outreach via calls, emails, newsletters, and social media.
• Coordinate alumni events, including panels, sober activities, reunions, and workshops.
• Create alumni content and highlight success stories to foster community pride.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to support aftercare and connect alumni to community services.
• Collect feedback, track outcomes, and report participation trends to leadership.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Event planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor's degree preferred (Behavioral Health / Communications)

Tools

Google Workspace

Canva

Mailchimp

Job description

Job Summary: The Alumni Coordinator is responsible for developing, maintaining, and growing a strong alumni network to support individuals in sustained recovery after discharge from our mental health and substance abuse treatment programs. This role fosters long-term relationships with alumni, coordinates outreach efforts and events, and helps create a positive and supportive recovery community that extends beyond treatment.

Key Responsibilities: Alumni Engagement & Support

• Maintain regular contact with program alumni through phone calls, emails, newsletters, and social media.
• Serve as a point of contact and support for alumni navigating post-treatment challenges.
• Facilitate alumni check-ins, offering encouragement, accountability, and resources as needed.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure warm handoffs to aftercare, peer support, or community services.

Event Coordination

• Plan and organize alumni-focused events including speaker panels, sober activities, reunions, service projects, and workshops.
• Assist with logistics for virtual and in-person events (venue, guest speakers, materials, food, etc.).
• Promote events through flyers, email campaigns, and social media platforms.

Community Building & Communication

• Create and manage alumni-specific content for social media, newsletters, and program updates.
• Highlight alumni success stories to inspire current clients and build community pride.
• Maintain an up-to-date alumni contact database and communication tracking system.

Aftercare & Recovery Support

• Collaborate with clinical staff to support aftercare planning and post-treatment engagement.
• Help connect alumni to community-based support groups, sponsors, therapists, and sober activities.
• Track and follow up with high-risk alumni who may need re-engagement or additional support.

Program Development & Outcomes

• Collect feedback and data from alumni to assess satisfaction, recovery progress, and relapse prevention needs.
• Assist in developing new programming based on alumni needs and interests.
• Provide regular reports to leadership on alumni participation, engagement trends, and outcomes.

Qualifications: Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health, Communications, or related field preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in substance abuse or mental health services, peer support, event planning, or client relations.
• Personal experience in recovery (if applicable) is welcomed but must be used professionally and within ethical guidelines.
• Previous experience in alumni relations or community outreach is a strong plus.

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Able to engage and motivate individuals in recovery in a respectful, supportive manner.
• Creative thinker with the ability to plan and promote events and initiatives.
• Strong computer and social media skills (Google Workspace, Canva, Mailchimp, etc.).
• Comfortable speaking to groups and representing the organization at events.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for attending events or visiting alumni.
• Must be able to pass background check and drug screening.
• Willingness to work some evenings or weekends as needed for events or outreach.