SPIFFY Engagement Coordinator

COLLABORATIVE FOR EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC; Northampton (MA); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 41.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

SPIFFY is seeking an Engagement Coordinator to lead caregiver engagement, support youth leadership, and build community partnerships in Hampshire County. The role emphasizes applying equity principles and collaborating with diverse families.

The position is part-time (15–19 hours/week) with flexible daytime hours and occasional evening/weekend meetings, requiring local travel within the county. Prior experience in public health-driven coalition work and bilingual engagement is preferred.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in public health, social work, or public policy.
• Up to 5 years in coalition-building or community organizing.
• Willingness to travel locally within Hampshire County.

Responsabilidades

• Lead Caregiver Engagement: plan outreach, workshops, and parent/caregiver subcommittee facilitation.
• Support Youth Leadership: guide youth steering committee and participatory action research projects.
• Build Community Partnerships: connect with schools, pediatric offices, and local groups.

Conocimientos

Public health

Coalition building

Community organizing

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Educación

Bachelor’s in Public Health / Public Policy / Social Work

Descripción del empleo

Connect Families & Empower Youth: Join SPIFFY as Engagement Coordinator!What You Will DoLead Caregiver Engagement: Plan outreach, workshops, and facilitate the Parent/Caregiver Subcommittee to equip families with resources for youth substance misuse prevention.Support Youth Leadership: Guide youth members on the Steering Committee and support youth participatory action research projects.Build Community Partnerships: Connect with local schools, pediatric offices, and community groups to engage underrepresented families.Align Regional Efforts: Connect local strategies to the Regional Policy and Norms Workgroup and support program alignment across districts.Manage Coalition Logistics: Facilitate meetings, coordinate communication, collect assessment data, and meet grant reporting requirements.Center Equity: Apply anti-racism and health equity principles to all coalition strategies and decision-making.What We're Looking ForWe are looking for a collaborative community connector passionate about public health, serving underserved populations, and empowering families. Candidates typically bring a Bachelor's degree in public health, social work, or public policy, though equivalent combinations of education, training, and lived experience are strongly encouraged. Additionally, we are looking for up to 5 years of demonstrated success in coalition building, municipal partnerships, or community organizing focused on youth and family engagement.Minimum QualificationsDegree: Bachelor’s in Public Health, Public Policy, Social Work, or related field (or equivalent experience).Expertise: Science-based substance misuse prevention models, youth development frameworks, and systems-level equity work.Experience (Highly Preferred): Up to 5 years in coalition building, municipal partnerships, or community organizing.Logistics: Ability to travel locally within Hampshire County, work flexible daytime/evening hours, and manage remote/field work.Preferred ExperienceBilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.Experience facilitating parent subcommittees, youth groups, or conducting community assessment reporting.Terms of EmploymentSchedule: Part-time (15–19 hours/week), year-round position with flexible daytime hours and occasional evening/weekend meetings.Critical Need: Driving parent/caregiver involvement and youth substance misuse prevention in Hampshire County.Salary Range: $25.00 – $30.00 / hour.Benefits: Not eligible for benefits.CES is an equal opportunity employer and is particularly interested in candidates from a diverse range of cultural, ethnic, and racial backgrounds. We are especially interested in candidates whose backgrounds are well-suited to understanding and addressing the needs of the diverse student population we serve.