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OUT Maine is seeking a passionate and dedicated Mental Health Coordinator to lead our mental health, family support, and prevention efforts, ensuring LGBTQ+ youth thrive emotionally and socially. Committed to supporting LGBTQ+ youth in rural communities, OUT Maine provides inclusive, affirming spaces and services. The Coordinator will oversee mental health initiatives, family support services, and substance use prevention programs while developing trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ inclusive strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Mental Health Program Leadership

• Design, implement, and evaluate mental health support initiatives for LGBTQ+ youth, families, and caregivers.
• Integrate mental health strategies into all OUT Maine programming, including youth, family, and education initiatives, emphasizing social-emotional learning (SEL) and trauma-informed care.
• Provide consultation and actionable mental health recommendations to staff to enhance the emotional and psychological well-being of LGBTQ+ youth.
• Collaborate with the Associate Director and Executive Director to develop and enhance mental health services across programs.

Youth Support

• Facilitate LGBTQ+ youth programming, including support groups, retreats, and other opportunities.
• Lead mental health-related programming, both online and in-person.
• Provide mental health support during weekend retreats and youth events.
• Collaborate with the Youth Engagement Coordinator to develop youth program schedules, activities, and resources.

Family and Parent Support

• Lead initiatives to support parents and families of LGBTQ+ youth, including facilitating support groups addressing issues like homelessness and family conflict.
• Offer consultation to parents, school personnel, and professionals to enhance support for LGBTQ+ youth.

Substance Use and Tobacco Prevention

• Develop substance use and tobacco prevention strategies for LGBTQ+ youth, integrating these into broader wellness programming.
• Partner with state and community organizations to expand access to prevention resources.

Training and Education

• Develop and deliver training for professionals on LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and best practices.
• Provide professional development for staff to ensure mental health and trauma-informed practices are applied across all programs.

Communication and Advocacy

• Collaborate with the Communications Coordinator to create mental health-related content for newsletters, blogs, and social media.
• Participate in community advocacy to improve mental health services for LGBTQ+ youth.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field; licensure as an LCSW, LCPC, or similar.
• Experience: 5+ years in mental health services, with a focus on LGBTQ+ youth or marginalized populations.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed, culturally responsive care, and substance use prevention.
• Program development, implementation, and evaluation experience.
• Excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Maine’s mental health and youth services networks is a plus.

Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency with Mac OS, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and other software.
• Strong project management and multitasking skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with youth, families, and professionals.
• Exceptional decision-making, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions

• This is a full-time hybrid remote position with required travel to the OUT Maine office in Rockland 2-4 times a month. Statewide travel is required, with some evenings and weekends.
• Must pass background checks and have a valid driver’s license with access to a vehicle.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: $58,000 – $62,000, based on experience.
• Benefits: 3 weeks paid vacation, 2 weeks sick leave, 14 paid holidays, 100% employer-paid health insurance (employee only), employer-paid short-term disability insurance, retirement contribution plan, and optional dental coverage.

To Apply

Please send a resume, cover letter, and three references to resumes@outmaine.org by Friday, January 3, 2025. No phone calls, please. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

OUT Maine values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We follow federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.