Unclassified - Sacramento, CA
posted 2 months ago
The California Youth Empowerment Network's (CAYEN) is a youth-led program of Mental Health America of California (MHAC), dedicated to empowering Transition Aged Youth (TAY) aged 18 to 25 to influence behavioral health policies positively. The Project Coordinator will play a crucial role in leading the development and operations of the Statewide TAY Advocacy Project. This position involves delivering advocacy training and presentations, actively researching advocacy opportunities, and leading TAY Action Team meetings, conference calls, and webinars. The Project Coordinator will also be responsible for developing advocacy tools and talking points for TAY, creating annual policy priorities, and operationalizing strategic goals in collaboration with CAYEN leadership and the board. In addition to these responsibilities, the Project Coordinator will represent CAYEN in the community, building relationships with stakeholders such as government agencies, advocacy groups, and community-based organizations. This role requires a commitment to CAYEN's mission and an understanding of youth leadership development and empowerment. The Project Coordinator will report directly to the Program Manager and will work in a hybrid environment, balancing remote work with in-person responsibilities in Sacramento, CA.