Outreach and Affiliate Development Coordinator
NAMI Connecticut, New Britain, CT, United States
NAMI Connecticut is committed to improving the lives of individuals, families, and communities affected by mental health conditions. As the statewide organization of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, we provide free education programs, peer‑led support groups, and specialized initiatives—including the Young Adult Connection Community (YACC) and Vital Connections Suicide Education & Support programs—designed to foster understanding, resilience, and connection.
We deliver mental health awareness training, stigma‑reduction initiatives, trauma‑informed community presentations, and advocacy for equitable, accessible mental health care. Serving all eight counties across Connecticut, our programs are offered both in‑person and virtually to ensure accessibility and inclusivity for all. Join us in advancing mental health as a statewide priority and creating pathways to hope and recovery.
Role Description Location:
Hybrid
Position Type:
Part‑Time
Job Purpose The Outreach and Affiliate Development Coordinator is responsible for leading community outreach and affiliate development efforts that strengthen NAMI Connecticut’s presence within historically underserved urban communities, including Bridgeport, Middletown, Waterbury, Willimantic, Hartford, and New Britain.
This position works closely with the Affiliate Relations Manager and the Education Program Director to expand organizational capacity in the field, support the growth of local NAMI Affiliates, and increase access to NAMI Connecticut’s support groups and education programs across diverse communities.
Duties & Responsibilities Collaborates with community partners to assess needs and determine the feasibility of delivering services to priority populations, including Black/African Ancestry and Spanish‑speaking communities Plans, directs, and facilitates community conversations about mental health and the resources available through NAMI Connecticut Coordinates and implements community events, dialogues, workshops, and educational presentations to increase awareness of mental health issues and support options Represents NAMI Connecticut through public speaking engagements across various platforms, including live and recorded webinars, social media, television, radio, and print media Supports outreach, program development, and volunteer recruitment for NAMI’s Sharing Hope, Compartiendo Esperanza, and other NAMI Signature Programs Partners with NAMI Connecticut’s Affiliate Relations Manager to support the development and growth of emerging NAMI Affiliates in targeted areas
Qualifications Bilingual:
Must speak fluent Spanish Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree preferred (not required) and/or a minimum of two years of experience in social work, nonprofit leadership, mental health services, or a related field Lived Experience:
Personal lived experience as an individual in recovery with a mental health condition
or
as a loved one/caregiver supporting someone with a mental health condition is a
strong plus Volunteer & Community Engagement:
Experience engaging and managing volunteers, and collaborating with community‑based agencies and mental health providers Presentation Skills:
Strong presentation, public speaking, and group facilitation abilities Cultural Competency:
Ability to work, relate, and communicate professionally with individuals from diverse socio‑economic and cultural backgrounds Transportation:
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Hybrid work setting, including time in the NAMI Connecticut office and remote/home office environments, with in‑state travel required Flexible schedule required, including availability for evenings and some weekend hours
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We deliver mental health awareness training, stigma‑reduction initiatives, trauma‑informed community presentations, and advocacy for equitable, accessible mental health care. Serving all eight counties across Connecticut, our programs are offered both in‑person and virtually to ensure accessibility and inclusivity for all. Join us in advancing mental health as a statewide priority and creating pathways to hope and recovery.
Role Description Location:
Hybrid
Position Type:
Part‑Time
Job Purpose The Outreach and Affiliate Development Coordinator is responsible for leading community outreach and affiliate development efforts that strengthen NAMI Connecticut’s presence within historically underserved urban communities, including Bridgeport, Middletown, Waterbury, Willimantic, Hartford, and New Britain.
This position works closely with the Affiliate Relations Manager and the Education Program Director to expand organizational capacity in the field, support the growth of local NAMI Affiliates, and increase access to NAMI Connecticut’s support groups and education programs across diverse communities.
Duties & Responsibilities Collaborates with community partners to assess needs and determine the feasibility of delivering services to priority populations, including Black/African Ancestry and Spanish‑speaking communities Plans, directs, and facilitates community conversations about mental health and the resources available through NAMI Connecticut Coordinates and implements community events, dialogues, workshops, and educational presentations to increase awareness of mental health issues and support options Represents NAMI Connecticut through public speaking engagements across various platforms, including live and recorded webinars, social media, television, radio, and print media Supports outreach, program development, and volunteer recruitment for NAMI’s Sharing Hope, Compartiendo Esperanza, and other NAMI Signature Programs Partners with NAMI Connecticut’s Affiliate Relations Manager to support the development and growth of emerging NAMI Affiliates in targeted areas
Qualifications Bilingual:
Must speak fluent Spanish Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree preferred (not required) and/or a minimum of two years of experience in social work, nonprofit leadership, mental health services, or a related field Lived Experience:
Personal lived experience as an individual in recovery with a mental health condition
or
as a loved one/caregiver supporting someone with a mental health condition is a
strong plus Volunteer & Community Engagement:
Experience engaging and managing volunteers, and collaborating with community‑based agencies and mental health providers Presentation Skills:
Strong presentation, public speaking, and group facilitation abilities Cultural Competency:
Ability to work, relate, and communicate professionally with individuals from diverse socio‑economic and cultural backgrounds Transportation:
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Technical Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Hybrid work setting, including time in the NAMI Connecticut office and remote/home office environments, with in‑state travel required Flexible schedule required, including availability for evenings and some weekend hours
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