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Organizational Overview Santa Ynez Valley People Helping People (PHP) is a nonprofit social services agency serving individuals and families in the Santa Ynez Valley and Los Alamos through food distribution, case management, youth development, and school-based mental health services. In partnership with Santa Barbara County Behavioral Wellness and supported by Elevate Youth California and the Sierra Health Foundation, PHP leads a countywide youth substance use prevention coalition, and maintains accountability through Vertical Change and Bloomerang. Position Summary The Coalition Community Coordinator builds, manages, and grows PHP's community prevention coalition while implementing youth-focused outreach and prevention programs across the Santa Ynez Valley. This role leads coalition recruitment and engagement, delivers presentations to schools and community groups, and serves as a trusted connector between PHP, families, schools, and community partners. Strong relationship-building and public speaking skills are key to success. Requires flexibility, including evening and occasional weekend hours for events and coalition activities. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Coalition Building & Management

• Serve as the primary staff lead for PHP's prevention coalition — recruiting, onboarding, and engaging members, and growing membership across schools, law enforcement, healthcare, businesses, and local government.
• Plan and facilitate coalition meetings, guide the coalition's strategic action plan, and strengthen long-term sustainability through retention and leadership development. Presentations & Community Outreach
• Deliver presentations on substance use prevention and coalition initiatives to schools, parent groups, and community organizations, adapting messaging for each audience.
• Represent PHP at community events and public forums, and build lasting relationships with school districts, youth-serving organizations, and local businesses. Youth Programs & Events
• Recruit and mentor teens in the PHP Youth Coalition, facilitate peer-led school presentations, and support youth-led service projects like the Backpack Program and Fulfill-a-Wish.
• Coordinate logistics for coalition meetings, workshops, and community events, ensuring programming is culturally responsive and inclusive. Data & Partnerships
• Document program and coalition activity in Vertical Change, support grant reporting, and share outreach data with the Development team via Bloomerang.

Serve as liaison with schools, law enforcement, and healthcare partners, cultivating new collaborations that strengthen the coalition. Qualifications Education & Experience BA/BS (preferred) or AA/AS with 12+ units in Education, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field. Experience building or growing a coalition, task force, or community partnership network strongly preferred; experience with youth or prevention programs a plus. Skills & Competencies Proven ability to build and grow relationships with diverse community partners; confident public speaker comfortable presenting to schools and community groups. Strong communication and organizational skills; able to manage multiple priorities independently and as part of a team. Proficient (or willing to be trained) in Vertical Change and Bloomerang. Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desirable. Must pass a background check, as this role involves direct work with youth. Mission Impact The Coalition Community Coordinator advances PHP's mission by building a strong, sustainable prevention coalition, empowering youth as leaders and advocates, and strengthening family and community connections as part of a holistic prevention framework. How to Apply To apply, please send your resume to selenes@syvphp.org.

Pay:

$23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person