Community Engagement & Outreach Advisor  

Position Type: Volunteer / Advisory (Non-voting Board Role)

Organization: Skills of Life Cafe

Location: Santa Cruz, CA

Commitment: Estimated 4-6 hours/month

Reports to: Executive Director / Board Chair

About Us

Skills of LIfe Cafe empowers neurodiverse teens and young adults, including those with mild

intellectual disabilities, through vocational training in a real-world café setting. Our mission is to

build inclusive workforce pathways and skills for long-term success and independence.

Role Summary

We are seeking a passionate Community Engagement & Outreach Advisor. This strategic,

non-voting advisory role helps expand our reach in the community, build partnerships, and foster

awareness of our mission.

Key Responsibilities

● Build relationships with local schools, employers, civic groups, disability organizations,

and other nonprofits

● Identify outreach and partnership opportunities that align with our mission

● Represent the organization at events, fairs, and community meetings

● Guide strategies for parent/family engagement and volunteer recruitment

● Serve as a community ambassador to increase awareness and support

Qualifications

● Experience in community outreach, engagement, education, or nonprofit relations

● Strong connector and communicator with a heart for inclusion and equity

● Knowledge of, or ties to local communities, schools, or business networks

● Ability to lead volunteers or a small committee

● Passion for working with or advocating for neurodiverse populations

● Previous nonprofit, advisory, or volunteer board experience a plus

Time Commitment

● Approx. 4-6 hours/month

● Attend select community events or help coordinate organizational representation

● Available for consultation with staff or advisors as needed

What You’ll Gain

● An opportunity to lead and make meaningful community impact

● A network of mission-aligned changemakers

● Recognition across our platforms and in community events (if desired)

● A fulfilling experience building inclusion and opportunity for underserved youth

To Express Interest

Please contact Molly Turner at Skillsoflife20@gmail.com

We welcome the chance to share more about our work and how you can help us expand our

community presence and impact.

Watch our video to learn more: About Skills of Life Cafe