Psychology Mentor / Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Help Shape Youth Programs That Truly Matter

Organization: Miracle Youth Productions (MYP) Location: Remote or San Diego, CA (Hybrid options available) Commitment: Project-based, flexible hours Description: Miracle Youth Productions (MYP), a youth-led nonprofit providing applied education through the arts, is seeking a Psychology Mentor / Subject Matter Expert (SME) to help us shape youth programs that are emotionally supportive, developmentally appropriate, and impactful. You won’t be doing therapy or delivering direct services. Instead, your role is to mentor our student leaders and program developers, offering insight into how today’s youth think, feel, and grow-so they can design programs that resonate with their peers. What You’ll Do: Consult with MYP leadership and students on youth psychology and mental wellness. Mentor students working on program development, offering input on emotional and developmental alignment. Help integrate strategies that build self-esteem, social connection, and purpose. Support creation of tools for assessing program effectiveness in terms of psychological impact. Why Volunteer With Us? Mentor with Purpose: Help young people lead meaningful initiatives that serve their generation. Collaborate Broadly: Work with educators, artists, businesses, and nonprofits across the community. Drive Real Change: Help create a replicable model of emotionally intelligent youth programming. Ideal Candidate: Licensed psychologist, therapist, counselor, or advanced graduate student. Knowledgeable in adolescent psychology, youth development, or trauma-informed practices. Eager to guide and empower student-led program design. Background Check Notice: In accordance with California’s AB506 law, all volunteers working directly with students will be required to pass a background check.