Youth Advisory Committee Coordination

The State of Washington Department of Children, Youth and Families is seeking a contractor to facilitate, coordinate, and support the operations of a Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) that will advise the WA‑PCJJ on juvenile‑justice policy, advocacy, and program design. The contractor must develop membership guidelines, recruit and retain a diverse group of youth, schedule and manage meetings, provide healing‑centered and trauma‑informed support, and deliver quarterly progress and financial reports. The contract is a firm‑fixed‑price award of up to $140,000 for a 12‑month period, with possible one‑year extensions, and requires compliance with Washington state licensing, UEI registration, background‑check, and peer‑support certification requirements. • Lead the YAC as a sub‑committee of the WA‑PCJJ, ensuring youth perspectives drive decision‑making. • Recruit, onboard, and retain a statewide, diverse youth cohort and manage all logistical aspects of meetings and activities. • Provide quarterly reporting, maintain compliance with federal Title II Block Grant rules, and adhere to state procurement and nondiscrimination policies.