Black Youth Suicide Prevention Coordinator

Reap-Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

REAP-Inc in Oregon is seeking a BYSPC Coordinator to elevate Black youth voices and support statewide prevention planning. You will lead the BYSPC Youth Advisory Council, organize meetings, coordinate youth-led initiatives, and ensure youth perspectives shape coalition priorities.

Travel to community events is expected. The role requires QMHA or equivalent experience, at least four years in youth programming, and flexible scheduling for planning meetings.

Qualifications

• Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of four years' experience facilitating youth-led programming.
• Flexible schedule to attend planning and event meetings.
• Traditional Health Worker credentials are preferred (e.g., Peer Navigator, Peer Support Specialist, Youth Support Specialist).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and coordinate BYSPC planning meetings and youth advisory council sessions.
• Coordinate and participate in BYSPC planning meetings to support statewide Black Youth Suicide Prevention Plan.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with coalition members, community partners, and stakeholders.
• Manage internal and external communications for BYSPC and disseminate information to partners and youth.
• Plan, coordinate, and provide on-site support for BYSPC meetings, trainings, and community events.
• Represent BYSPC at community meetings, conferences, and public events to promote youth prevention efforts.
• Monitor, document, and report on project activities and outcomes to coalition leadership and funding partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Time management

Empathy

Confidentiality

Education

QMHA or equivalent

Job description

The Black Youth Suicide Prevention Coalition (BYSPC) Coordinator is responsible for elevating and empowering Black youth voices to support the development and implementation of a statewide Black Youth Suicide Prevention Plan. This position serves as the primary coordinator for the BYSPC Youth Advisory Council, fostering meaningful youth engagement, supporting youth-led initiatives, and ensuring that youth perspectives inform coalition priorities and statewide prevention efforts.Working collaboratively with coalition members and community partners, including the Oregon Health Authority, Multnomah County, AdultingIRL, and other stakeholder organizations, the BYSPC Coordinator facilitates partnership development, coordinates projects, and advances the goals of the Youth Advisory Council. The BYSPC Coordinator provides project management, logistical, and administrative support for youth-driven initiatives while cultivating an inclusive, culturally responsive environment that encourages leadership, advocacy, and collaboration. The BYSPC Coordinator also works closely with the Youth Advisory Coordinator and coalition leadership to monitor progress, communicate updates, and ensure alignment between youth-led initiatives and the coalition's strategic objectives.Essential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Facilitate meetings and planning for other REAP youth advisory councils.Coordinate and participate in Black Youth Suicide Prevention Coalition (BYSPC) planning meetings to support the development and implementation of a statewide Black Youth Suicide Prevention Plan.Build and maintain collaborative relationships with coalition members, community partners, and stakeholders to advance BYSPC goals and initiatives.Manage internal and external communications for BYSPC, ensuring timely and effective dissemination of information to partners, youth, and stakeholders.Coordinate and schedule meetings, events, and activities that support coalition initiatives and Youth Advisory Council engagement.Provide ongoing support to Youth Advisory Council members through regular one-on-one and group check-ins, mentorship, and resource coordination.Facilitate and support youth-led and adult-led meetings, ensuring meaningful youth engagement and inclusive participation.Recruit, onboard, and support REAP youth participants and Youth Advisory Council members, fostering leadership development and sustained engagement.Plan, coordinate, and provide on-site support for BYSPC meetings, trainings, community events, and outreach activities.Represent BYSPC at community meetings, conferences, and public events to share coalition initiatives, strengthen partnerships, and promote youth suicide prevention efforts.Consult with coalition partners and community organizations on strategies to authentically elevate and integrate youth voice into planning, decision-making, and program development.Monitor, document, and report on project activities, accomplishments, challenges, and outcomes to coalition leadership, REAP, and funding partners.Prepare and submit required reports, data, and documentation in accordance with Oregon Health Authority (OHA), REAP, and grant requirements.Provide regular progress updates to REAP leadership and the BYSPC team regarding coalition initiatives, project milestones, and emerging needs.Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and objectives of REAP and the Black Youth Suicide Prevention Coalition.Understanding of and commitment to customer service and REAP’s core values.Core CompetenciesAbility to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards.Maintains professionalism and a positive service attitude at all times.Maintain appropriate professional boundaries.Empathy, patience, and genuine commitment to improving the mental health of clients.Ability to work with highly sensitive information in a confidential manner.Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.Value working in a multicultural environment.Demonstrates integrity and strong values through consistent action.Teamwork – demonstrates positive attitude and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquires with empathy.Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.Proactive, reliable, and consistent. Ability to problem solve and work under pressure.Outstanding administrative, attention to detail, decision making, and technical prioritization skillExcellent organizational and time management skills. Results driven and possess exceptional problem-solving skills.Sharp listening skills and critical thinker. Excellent research skills.Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment.Flexibility – demonstrates the ability to respond to change and others’ ideas comfortably.Results orientated and self-motivated.Ability to exercise tact and judgement in working with a broad variety of people.Ability to build relationships provide exceptional service attitude. Excellent people skills.Ability to manage unexpected challenges with a calm and professional demeanor.Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position does not manage a team.Work EnvironmentThis position operates the majority of the time in a typical office environment, spending time at a desk, typing at a computer,talking with people in person and on the phone, taking notes and using standard office equipment such as computers, phones,photocopiers, and filing cabinets.. The job frequently requires being out in the community which happens inside, outside,walking, talking with people or in sometimes loud environments.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform theessential functions of this job. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision,depth perception an ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talkand hear. This position is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This position requires the ability tooccasionally lift files, office products, and supplies, up to 25 pounds and open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position; business hours are Monday through Friday. Longer hours, evenings, and weekends work asnecessary.TravelOccasional travel is anticipated unless deemed necessary for trainings or other company needs.Education/RequirementsQualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) or equivalent experience working within the mental health field.A minimum of four (4) years of experience facilitating youth led programming.Flexible schedule to attend planning and event meetings.Traditional Health Worker credentials are preferred. This can include Peer Navigator, Peer Support Specialist, PeerWellness Specialist, or Youth Support Specialist.AAP/EEO StatementREAP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual preference, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in accordance withapplicable federal laws. In addition, REAP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination inemployment in every location in which REAP is located. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including,but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence compensation, andtraining.