Community Outreach Coordinator

Communities for Alcohol- and Drug-Free Youth; Plymouth (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Communities for Alcohol- and Drug-Free Youth (CADY) is seeking a Community Outreach Coordinator to expand prevention education, build partnerships, and coordinate youth empowerment initiatives across the central New Hampshire service region.

You will work with local schools, public agencies, families, and community leaders to promote substance-misuse prevention, mental wellness, and positive youth development through direct facilitation, coalition-building, and public education campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum; Master’s degree preferred) in Public Health, Education, Social Work, Community Development, Communications, Psychology, or related field.
• Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) and HOPE Trainer certifications — or ability/willingness to obtain both within first year.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel frequently across the region; flexible hours, including evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Build strong community partnerships and deliver prevention education across the service region.
• Coordinate youth empowerment initiatives and public education campaigns.
• Serve as ambassador with local schools, public agencies, and families to promote prevention and wellness.
• Balance direct facilitation with coalition-building and outreach events.

Skills

Youth development

Public speaking

Group facilitation

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Graphic design basics

Office software (G-Suite/Office 365)

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS)

HOPE Trainer certifications

G-Suite/Office 365

Basic graphic design tools

Job description

Communities for Alcohol- and Drug-Free Youth (CADY) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering healthy choices, drug-free lifestyles, and promising futures for youth across Central New Hampshire communities. Since 1999, CADY has focused on preventing youth alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use through evidence-based programming and the promotion of healthy, supportive environments. The organization is nationally and statewide recognized for its strong coalition-building, high-level collaborations, and measurable outcomes. CADY engages a wide range of community partners and stakeholders to build capacity and youth resiliency through information, education, and collaboration. As a national leader in youth prevention, CADY also offers the Prevention Accelerator toolkits and serves as a mentor and thought partner to schools and youth-serving organizations across the country.

Position Overview

The Community Outreach Coordinator advances CADY’s mission by building strong community partnerships, delivering prevention education, and coordinating youth empowerment initiatives across our service region.

Serving as a primary ambassador for CADY, you will work directly with local schools, public agencies, community leaders, and families to promote substance misuse prevention, mental and social-emotional wellness, and positive youth development. This role balances direct facilitation with youth, coalition-building, and public education campaigns.

Qualifications

Required:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (minimum, Master’s degree preferred) in Public Health, Education, Social Work, Community Development, Communications, Psychology, or a related field.
• Certifications: Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) and HOPE Trainer certifications — or the ability/willingness to obtain both within your first year of employment.
• Travel & Schedule: Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel frequently across the region. Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends for events/programs.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Direct experience in program coordination, group facilitation, youth development, or public speaking.
• Prior experience working within school systems, prevention coalitions, or community-based organizations.
• Strong written, verbal, and public presentation skills with diverse age groups (youth to adults).
• Proficiency with standard office software (G-Suite/Office 365) and basic graphic design tools