Program Director

Who We Are

Valo believes that every young person deserves moments of real connection, deep self‑discovery, and the freedom to be fully seen. What began over a decade ago as a weekend retreat with eight curious teens has grown into a movement rooted in empathy, curiosity, and caring for our mental health.

We create intentional spaces where teens unplug, lean into heartfelt conversations with peers and trusted adult mentors, and build emotional resilience through time outside, play, creating, reflection, and shared experiences. Our mission is simple but powerful: cultivate a culture of connection that supports youth mental wellbeing and helps teens feel grounded in who they are and connected to the world around them.

• Shape programs with intention: oversee retreat programming, embed feedback tools, and bring youth into our fold through outreach.
• Lead and support people: foster a culture of feedback, mentor guides, and coordinate trainings that deepen guiding skills, youth development understanding, and inclusive mentoring practices.
• Partner, expand & strategize: build relationships with schools, nonprofits, and youth‑serving organizations; oversee outreach; collaborate with the Executive Director and board; contribute to communications; initiate Valo presence at conferences; co‑guide select retreats.

• Oversee the design and implementation of all retreats, including partner programs.
• Ensure each retreat is aligned with Valo’s values and delivers a consistent, meaningful experience.
• Embed simple, effective data collection for program improvement.

• Lead targeted outreach to teens and youth‑serving organizations to identify and recruit eligible youth.
• Design and host open houses to introduce the program and create a welcoming space.
• Place new teens in balanced groups based on application and reference materials.

• Support Guides in working alongside youth, designing retreats, and partnering with families.
• Implement a Guide evaluation model that fosters growth, reflection, clarity, and accountability.
• Stay connected to the evolving social‑emotional landscape and guide training needs.

• Build and deepen relationships with schools, nonprofits, and community partners to expand access to Valo programming.
• Represent Valo in public‑facing settings such as conferences.

• Collaborate with the Executive Director and Board on strategy and long‑term planning.
• Contribute thoughtfully to Valo communications (newsletter, website, and storytelling).
• Co‑guide select retreats to remain connected to the participant experience.

• Experience in youth development, ideally in programs centered on growth, belonging, and empowerment.
• Experience mentoring others with warmth and directness.
• Experience creatively designing and thoughtfully supporting group programming.
• Clear, grounded, and attuned communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Organized, reflective, and able to balance vision with day‑to‑day execution.
• A deep commitment to creating inclusive, open‑hearted spaces for youth.

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Paid time off
• Medical benefits
• Retirement benefits (including retirement matching after one year)
• Professional development support
• Meaningful, mission‑driven work
• Team gatherings, including our annual staff retreat
• The opportunity to shape a growing organization rooted in connection

Schedule:

Full‑time, 3 days a week from our Yarmouth office with option to work two days remotely.

Reports To:

Executive Director

Collaborates With:
Guides, Leadership Circle, and Board

Valo is an equal‑to­-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a circle that reflects diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives. We encourage applicants of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, religions, and backgrounds to apply.

We believe our work is strongest when our community is diverse, inclusive, and grounded in mutual respect.

This job description reflects the general responsibilities of the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities may evolve as the organization grows. All employment is at‑will and in accordance with applicable laws.