Program Coordinator for Greater Boston, MA

Job description:

Program Coordinator – Greater Boston, MA

Join a Mission - Driven Team at The NAN Project

Location: 

Based out of The NAN Project’s HQ in Lexington, focused on expanding programming in Everett, MA, but with travel throughout eastern Massachusetts.

About Us:

The NAN Project, based in Lexington, MA, is a trailblazer in mental health education and suicide prevention. Our innovative model employs young adults with lived mental health experiences to share their inspiring stories of resilience, providing hope and education to middle and high school students. In over 80 communities statewide, we empower youth by breaking stigma and fostering understanding about mental health challenges. 

The NAN Project is working to expand its programming in the city of Everett, and is looking for a dynamic and compassionate Program Coordinator who speaks English and Spanish (or another second language) to help us build meaningful connections and amplify our impact in both this city and throughout Greater Boston.

About the Role:

As a Program Coordinator for Greater Boston, you’ll play a pivotal role in growing our reach in schools and youth serving organizations, specifically in the city of Everett. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work closely with young adults and community stakeholders to foster awareness, education, and empowerment around mental health challenges and recovery.

What You’ll Do:

• Build Connections in Greater Boston: Engage with schools, youth-serving organizations, and community groups specifically in Everett and more generally in Greater Boston to promote The NAN Project’s mission and programming.
• Recruit & Empower Peer Mentors: Identify and train young adults with lived mental health experience to share their stories of hope and resilience.
• Educate Students about Mental health: collaborate with Peer Mentors to present engaging, relevant lessons about mental health challenges and resilience in classrooms across Massachusetts
• Facilitate Trainings: Lead workshops, team-building activities, and evidence-based suicide prevention training (e.g., QPR) after certification.
• Organize & Manage: Maintain records, oversee event planning logistics, and implement operational tools like Monday.com.
• Champion Inclusion: Address the intersectionality of mental health challenges and identity (e.g., race, ethnicity, sexuality, gender) in your outreach and presentations.

What We’re Looking For:

The ideal candidate is a passionate advocate for mental health, eager to connect with diverse communities, inspire young people, and have lived experience with mental health. You thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to making a tangible difference. You also will live and/or be familiar with Everett or Greater Boston Massachusetts, and preferably have experience working in schools in the region.

Must-Haves:

• Passion for work in the mental health field. A willingness to speak to lived experiences is a huge plus.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or equivalent experience in the mental health or peer-support field.
• Confident with working autonomously and takes initiative to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish or a second language is required.
• Proficiency with technology (Excel, Google Drive, Word) and openness to learning new tools (Monday.com, Canva, MailChimp, Wordpress).
• Valid driver’s license, access to a car, and willingness to travel extensively throughout MA.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
• Comfort with public speaking and engaging with diverse populations.
• Experience in creating connection and developing relationships with community organizations

Bonus Points For:

• Training and experience as a Peer Mentor or working with youth, especially in mental health education or suicide prevention.
• Social media savvy.
• Grant writing or donor solicitation experience.
• A sense of humor and a collaborative spirit.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization making a real impact on youth mental health.
• Work in a supportive, inclusive environment that values resilience and creativity.
• Enjoy flexibility in your schedule, with opportunities for remote work one day a week.
• Grow your skills through ongoing training and professional development.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to inspire hope and lead change, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant materials to info@thenanproject.org.

Let’s work together to build a brighter, more compassionate future for our youth.