Mentor and Alumni Program Manager

Mentor and Alumni Program Manager

at HealthCorps

Remote

Are you interested in serving communities around the country and empowering the next generation of healthy leaders? HealthCorps and our mission to improve the lives of youth both mentally and physically provides you the opportunity to do just that.

Who We Are

We’re HealthCorps – a national non-profit organization committed to improving lives by addressing health inequities in communities through programming that includes innovative and engaging experiences for teens in education, leadership, and service learning. We empower teens by encouraging them to become change agents within their families, schools, and neighborhoods. Our program is grounded in the understanding that limited access to health education can lead to a lifetime of social, emotional, and physical challenges. 

Our values drive the work we do here at HealthCorps; we’re mission obsessed, have an entrepreneurial mindset, value that our people are our power, know that teamwork makes the dream work and believe that there is empowerment in diversity, both within our teams as well as the communities we serve.

Where You Fit In

We are seeking a creative and engaging self-starter to enhance the growth and opportunities for our corps of near-peer college mentors – both during their service with HealthCorps and as they transition to alumni. Our near-peer college mentors serve with HealthCorps to lead Teens Make Health Happen Clubs in middle and high schools, gaining hands-on experience in public health and youth leadership.

As the Mentor and Alumni Program Manager, you will collaborate with a team to develop innovative and creative ideas that enhance the mentor learning program and experience. You will work directly with our Regional Program Managers and college mentors to improve and tailor our mentorship program offerings, ultimately supporting the impact of the Teens Make Health Happen Program and creating a best-in-class internship/mentorship program.

We are looking for a candidate with a proven track record of cultivating relationships across various sectors. This role will involve identifying and building relationships with external partners, including universities, experts in the fields of public health, youth and work force development, and medicine, as well as HealthCorps’ Board of Advisors and Directors.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of how to develop and engage with young professionals through an alumni network. This role requires someone who excels in driving initiatives and creating resources, with the goal of rolling out opportunities on both local and national levels to support alumni connection, collaboration and career development.

What You’ll Do

Responsibilities:

• Lead Teens Make Health Happen Mentor Experience. Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and universities to create an engaging mentor experience. Focus on professional and work force development, retention, and satisfaction through a creative and innovative approach.
• Expand the Work Force Development Program. Design and implement innovative young-adult learning programs that address the needs of the Teens Make Health Happen Program while supporting mentors’ educational and career growth.
• Assess Regional Needs and Drive Progress. Engage with Regional Program Managers and Near-Peer College Mentors nationwide to understand unique regional needs and resources. Use these insights to support local programming efforts, including recruitment, engagement initiatives, and securing resources from external donors, partners and grants.
• Drive Alumni Engagement. Develop and execute an alumni engagement strategy to foster connection, collaboration, and career development within the alumni network.  
• Share and Make Aware. Use your creativity to support the development and promotion of HealthCorps initiatives through social media and events. Contribute to the national and local platforms (e.g. Instagram, TikTok) to highlight the achievements of mentors and alumni.    
• Commit to the HealthCorps Mission. Prioritize health and wellness in all aspects of your work to align with HealthCorps’ mission.  

Qualifications:

• Educational Background. Bachelor’s degree in Youth Development, Education, Public Health, or a related field.
• Relevant Experience. 3 – 5 years of experience in youth development, program design, education, alumni engagement, or work force development.
• Program Design Expertise. Proven ability to design impactful young-adult learning experiences – both virtual and in person – that lead to measurable outcomes and align with program goals.
• Mentorship and Leadership Experience. Experience serving as a mentor or supervisor to teens, university students or staff, with demonstrated knowledge of recruitment, training, and team development practices.
• Experience in Educational Systems. Familiarity working within education systems, including navigating their structures and requirements.
• Partnership and Relationship Building. Success in building sustainable partnerships with diverse internal and external stakeholders, fostering positive and collaborative working relationships.
• Professional Network. Established professional connections within health, education, or related fields that can support program goals.

Skillset:

• Passion for Addressing Health Disparities. A strong commitment to addressing health disparities in community settings, particularly in education and/or youth development.  
• Adaptability and Problem-Solving. Openness to implementing innovative and dynamic programs while helping to identify solutions that enhance and expand organizational impact.
• Exceptional Communication Skills. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills that foster engagement and connection.
• Self-Starter with Strong Organizational Skills. Proven ability to work independently, remain organized, and manage details effectively while being creative in resource-limited environments.
• Time Management. Ability to effectively balance multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Relationship Building and Teamwork. Strong ability to pitch and manage partnerships with universities and other organizations. Collaborate cross-functionally within HealthCorps to leverage team resources and expertise.  
• Cultural Competence. Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate, collaborate, and connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Preferred experience working in and with racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically marginalized communities.
• Growth Mindset. A commitment to personal and professional development, consistently striving for improvement.
• Technical Proficiency. Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Canva and social media platforms is highly desirable.
• Language Skills. Bilingual proficiency is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Available to travel for annual staff training and company retreat 1 – 2 times a year.
• Available to travel to regional hubs to observe programming and engage with mentors 1 – 4 times a year.

Additional Position Details

This is a full-time, salaried position and you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package. Yearly compensation for the role depends on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and location.

You will be a remote employee. Slight preference given to employees that live in one of our hub areas: New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA, Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Oklahoma City, OK, Chickasaw, OK, Houston, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Tucson, AZ, Flagstaff, AZ, San Diego, CA, Inland Empire, CA or Oxnard, CA.

Position may require some afternoon or evening hours. Anticipate occasional overnight travel throughout the year.

Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other and our communities is core to HealthCorps’ values. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives and are seeking individuals that align with these same core beliefs. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to provide a sense of belonging for everyone.

HealthCorps, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HealthCorps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics, and in compliance with all state and federal law requirements.

HealthCorps, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

HealthCorps, Inc. reserves the right to conduct background investigations and/or reference checks on all its potential employees. Your job offer is contingent upon a clearance of a background investigation and/or reference check.

Note: HealthCorps reserves the right to assign additional duties, as needed. All HealthCorps employees are encouraged to be flexible and responsive to changes in scope of duties.