Career & Volunteer Opportunities

Whether you’re exploring a career in youth mental health, looking to share your talents as a volunteer, or simply want to give back to the community, there’s a place for you here.

Explore current career openings, internships, and volunteer opportunities below—and find a meaningful way to be part of the movement for youth mental wellness!

At this time, all volunteer positions are filled. We anticipate reopening volunteer inquiries in August and encourage you to check back then for new opportunities to get involved.

Want to work with Us?

We are always looking for interns or volunteers who match our values. We value the diverse skills and experience of any person willing to contribute to our mission and serving our Lancaster County community. To get in contact with any questions or concerns, please contact us at info@touchstonefound.org Thank you to past and present staff and volunteers for your service to our organization, our mission, and our community!

Current Opening(s):

Programs Manager

Touchstone Foundation is seeking a full-time Programs Manager to lead, evaluate, and strengthen programs advancing youth mental wellness, access to mental health care, and Lancaster County’s mental health workforce. (Download Full Job Description HERE)

This position is ideal for a data-driven program leader who can manage both the day-to-day details of multiple programs and the larger systems, outcomes, and strategies behind them. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Programs Manager supervises two part-time Program Assistants and 2–3 interns while collaborating closely with Operations, Communications, community partners, schools, and mental health professionals.

Key Responsibilities

The Programs Manager will:

Manage Touchstone Foundation’s youth mental wellness, access, scholarship, fellowship, and workforce development programs.
Lead the continued expansion of Rise Above into middle schools, high schools, and young adult settings, including management of the program’s state grant requirements, implementation, deliverables, partnerships, and reporting.
Establish and track KPIs, participant outcomes, surveys, program data, and performance measures to evaluate impact at both the individual program and organization-wide level.
Analyze program data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement, growth, and strategic decision-making.
Translate program outcomes into accurate, meaningful grant, funder, Board, partner, and organizational reporting.
Supervise and coordinate Program Assistants and interns supporting program implementation, data collection, and school/community programming.
Manage program databases, budgets, vendors, timelines, committees, and community partnerships.
Facilitate programs and represent Touchstone at schools, community meetings, presentations, coalitions, and events.

We Are Especially Looking For

A candidate who can see both the micro and macro picture—someone who is highly organized and attentive to individual program details while also understanding how data, systems, policy, partnerships, and outcomes connect to Touchstone Foundation’s larger mission.

Strong candidates will bring:

Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
3–5 years of relevant experience in nonprofit management, public health, macro-level social work, psychology, business, education, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience with program evaluation, data analysis, outcome measurement, and KPI tracking.
Strong project management skills and experience managing multiple programs, timelines, and competing priorities.
Experience with grant implementation, compliance, data collection, and reporting; grant writing experience preferred.
Experience with databases, technology systems, and data management.
Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and interns, delegate responsibilities, establish accountability, and manage team performance.
Strong analytical, written, verbal, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to turn program data into actionable recommendations and clearly communicate impact to different audiences.

Salary: $62,000–$75,000 annually, based on education, experience, and qualifications.
Location: Lancaster, PA | Full-time, primarily in person with one remote day available based on performance.

Committee Service Opportunities

These volunteer opportunities are open to all Lancaster County residents, age 18 and older, for a one-year term. All committees meet in a hybrid format, with the option to join in-person at the Touchstone Foundation office or online via Teams. Committee members are appointed by the Board of Directors. Staff provide a one-hour committee member orientation for all new and returning members.

Audit Committee – meets four times per year, first Tuesdays from 8:30 – 9:00 am. Seeking volunteers with experience in law, operations, insurance, accounting, and finance. Committee members provide oversight responsibilities for financial reporting, the system of internal controls over financial reporting, audit process, and monitoring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

Access Committee – meets six times per year, first Mondays, 12:00 – 1:00 pm, online. Seeking volunteers with experience in mental health including education and schools (K-12 and college/university), psychology, psychiatry, social work, therapy, counseling, education, law, policy, nonprofit management, community service, and personal experiences. Committee members provide strategic direction on youth mental wellness and managing programs including Mental Health Access Assistance, Rise Above Program, Youth Mentorship, and more. The Access Committee also advocates for youth mental wellness, advocacy and policy change in our community.

Finance & Investment Committee – meets quarterly, Tuesdays from 9:00 – 10:00 am. Seeking volunteers with experience in institutional wealth management, banking, finance, investment, and law. Committee members provide oversight responsibilities for the investment assets, endowment funds, managing the external investment advisors, and formulating the overall investment policies.

Event Planning Task Force – meets monthly and on an individual basis, first Wednesdays, 1:00 – 2:00 pm. Task force members assist staff, event planners, and consultants in organizing and planning events, managing the development plan, help to secure auction items, brainstorm ideas for event sponsors, and provide ideas for donor engagement opportunities.

Mental Health Careers Scholarships Task Force – meets 3-4 times per year, in June and July to review applications and interview candidates. Task force members review scholarship applications and determine awards, reporting to the Talent Pipeline Committee with their recommendations. Seeking volunteers with experience in clinical mental health careers and higher education, financial aid services, and community service organizations, such as social work, psychology, nursing, and related degrees.

Talent Pipeline Committee – meets six times per year, third Fridays, 12:00-1:00 pm. Seeking volunteers with experience in the mental health workforce, including education, psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, philanthropy, local government, law, policy, nonprofit management, community service, and personal experiences. Committee members strategic direction on building the mental health talent pipeline and workforce development. This committee oversees the Mental Health Clinical Fellowships, annual Symposium, and Mental Health Careers Scholarship program and advocates for workforce development policies in the mental health fields.

Marketing and Communications Taskforce– meets quarterly, TBD. Taskforce members will establish priorities and action steps that will help us maximize our capacity and impact. Finalize and implement a strategic Marketing and Communications Plan, ensuring Touchstone Foundation strengthens its brand voice, enhances its outreach, and solidifies its presence as a mental health and wellness leader in Lancaster County. Seeking volunteers with expertise in marketing, fundraising, communications, development, nonprofit organizations, social media, photography, videography, graphic design, and media.

Board Service

Our Board members are elected for a three-year term and serve no more than two terms. Board members volunteer their time and expertise, guiding the overall strategy of our organization. We recruit Board members for their specific professional and personal experience, striving to represent our Lancaster County community.

Most Board members serve on a committee before joining the Board of Directors. Board members are responsible for developing policies, procedures, and regulations for the organization’s operations and monitoring financial health, programs, and overall performance. They maintain a working knowledge of finances, operations, programs, and legal framework.

The Touchstone Foundation Board of Directors meets six times per year, on the second Thursday from 5:30 – 7:30 pm. Additionally, officers serve on an Executive Committee which meets six times per year on the second Thursday from 5:30 – 6:30 pm.

Current Openings:

Board Member – Education & School Systems Representative

Touchstone Foundation is seeking a Board Member with a background in education or school-based services to provide insight, leadership, and guidance on issues impacting youth mental wellness within academic settings.

This role is ideal for an individual with experience as a school board member, educator, professor, classroom teacher, school social worker, or school counselor, who understands the intersection of education, mental health, and student well-being.

Desired Experience & Qualifications:

Professional background in education or school-based mental health services
Experience with curriculum development, student services, counseling, social work, or school governance
Familiarity with challenges facing students, educators, and school systems
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and youth-centered approaches

Interested candidates—or those wishing to nominate a qualified individual—are invited to submit a resume or nomination to Executive Director, Anna Kennedy at akennedy@touchstonefound.org. We welcome inquiries and nominations from experienced professionals committed to advancing youth mental wellness in Lancaster County.

Seasonal Volunteers Needed

At this time, all volunteer positions are filled. We anticipate reopening volunteer inquiries in August

and encourage you to check back then for new opportunities to get involved.

Volunteer With Touchstone Foundation – Many Hands Make Light Work!

At Touchstone Foundation, we believe that mental wellness is a community effort—and that includes you! As a nonprofit, we rely on the generosity, time, and talents of volunteers to help us keep things running smoothly and sustainably. Whether you’re tech-savvy, crafty, organized, or just have a few hours to spare, there’s a meaningful way for you to plug in and make a difference.

We welcome volunteers seasonally or as your schedule allows, and there are opportunities for both hands-on tasks and knowledge-based support. From helping with events to gardening, from creating Canva graphics to writing thank-you notes—your skills can directly support our mission to elevate youth mental wellness in Lancaster County.

Whether you’re looking to contribute your skills, earn service hours, or be more involved in the community, there’s a place for you here. Every hour makes an impact!

Calling all:

Handypersons
Tech and IT wizards
Organized multitaskers (OMS!)
Creatives and crafters
Cleaners, gardeners, and spreadsheet lovers

Here are just a few ways you can help:

Prepare Mailings (Donor Impact Reports & Thank-Yous) – Oct, Feb, Monthly | 1–2 hrs

Rise Above Youth Programs – Summer, Oct, Feb | 12–50 hrs | Clearances required

Feast of the Senses Event Help – May/June | 4–6 hrs

Gardening or Light Office Cleaning – Monthly | 1–3 hrs

Data Entry & CRM Maintenance – Monthly | 3–4 hrs

Social Media Graphic Design – Monthly | 4–6 hrs

Blog Writing or Content Creation – Flexible | 4–6 hrs

Interested in helping?

Let us know your availability—we’ll match you with the right fit!

Thank you for being part of the movement to support mental health in Lancaster County. We can’t do it without you!