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Founded in 1999, Maryland Coalition of Families (MCF) is a statewide nonprofit with a central office in Columbia, Md., and staff located in communities throughout the state. Using personal experience as parents, caregivers, youth and other loved ones, we connect, support and empower Maryland’s families. Our staff provide one-to-one support to parents and caregivers of young people with mental health issues and to any loved one who cares for someone with a substance use or gambling issue. We also advocate to improve systems that impact individuals with behavioral health challenges.
Overview
The Youth Engagement Coordinator will be a young adult (18-26 years old) who serves as a leader for youth and young-adult voice in Maryland, and is a member of Taking Flight, MCF’s statewide Youth and Young Adult Council for individuals with experience in one or more child-serving systems in Maryland: Mental Health, Substance Use, DJS, Foster Care, etc. The Youth Engagement Coordinator will manage the day-to-day operations of Taking Flight.
Taking Flight is comprised of youth advocates who use their experiences to promote positive change in youth-serving systems. Taking Flight works to reduce stigma and encourage youth involvement in improving services for youth and young adults. It also works to empower and support the transition from childhood to adulthood.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications
Hours/Compensation
To apply
To be considered for this position, you must submit a resume and cover letter describing your interest in this position and relevant experience as a consumer of mental health and/or substance use services. Please provide details regarding what services and resources you have used.
Please note that mailed or faxed resumes will not be considered. No phone calls please.
Diversity
In line with MCF’s commitment to building a talented and inclusive staff, women, people of color, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer – all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination.
Part Time
Civic & Environmental Advocacy
$65k-84k (estimate)
05/28/2023
05/08/2024
mdcoalition.org
COLUMBIA, MD
25 - 50
1999
JANE PLAPINGER
<$5M
Civic & Environmental Advocacy
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