Position Summary:
NECCO is seeking a seasoned, relationship-driven School Partnerships Coordinator to support the expansion of school-based and intensive home-based mental health services across all 88 counties in Ohio. This role is ideal for someone with deep knowledge of Ohio’s education system and strong district-level connections.
The coordinator will work in close collaboration with the Director of Growth and Development and the State Director for School-Based Services to initiate, nurture, and solidify partnerships with school districts statewide. The goal is to create meaningful opportunities for integrated mental health programming within schools and communities.
Key Responsibilities:
Outreach & Relationship Building:
- Initiate and maintain contact with district superintendents, principals, and key decision-makers in school systems across Ohio.
- Serve as a credible and strategic liaison, introducing Necco’s mental health service offerings and exploring partnership opportunities.
Collaboration & Strategy:
- Work in alignment with the Necco Community Behavioral Health Director of Growth and Development and School-Based State Director to prioritize outreach targets and coordinate communication strategies.
- Provide insight on school district needs, barriers, and opportunities for program implementation.
Meeting Facilitation & Follow-Up:
- Meet weekly/biweekly with Director of Growth and Development and School-Based State Director to strategize and review program planning and expansion opportunities
- Schedule and help facilitate meetings or presentations with school leadership teams.
- Ensure timely follow-up, tracking engagement, interest levels, and feedback from school contacts.
Reporting & Documentation:
- Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and partnership progress.
- Provide monthly summaries of contacts made, conversations facilitated, and potential partnership outcomes.
Qualifications:
- Former school administrator, superintendent, or senior education leader
- Deep understanding of Ohio's K-12 education landscape and established relationships with school leadership (preferred)
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and advocacy skills
- Passion for youth mental health and equitable access to school-based services
- Comfortable working independently in a flexible, remote consulting role
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
Compensation:
- Hourly contract position: up to 20 hours per month
- Competitive hourly rate, based on experience:
- $100/hour (consulting, outreach, and strategic guidance)
- A $500 incentive will be awarded for each new school or district contract that is formalized and executed.
- This incentive applies only to new partnerships and does not include schools or districts that are currently being served under existing agreements.
Commitment to Equity:
We are committed to building inclusive mental health services and value diversity in our partnerships and team. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.