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Recovery Support Specialists (VA) 5/2/201
Director - Howie T. Harp Peer Advocacy and Training Center (NY) 4/22/2013
Director of Public Policy & Advocacy (NY) 3/19/2013
Senior Administrative Assistant (NY) Posted 3/19/2013
Program Specialist (NE) Posted 2/28/2013
Executive Director (NJ) Posted 2/27/2013
Hub Coordinator (MA) Posted 2/15/2013
Multi-cultural Outreach Peer Specialist (MA) Posted 2/15/2013
Executive Director (DC) Posted 2/7/2013
Consumer Liaison, ICO Program (MA) Posted 12/20/2012
Project Director (VT) Posted 12/14/2012
Executive Director (MD) Posted 12/5/2012
Supervisory Public Health Analyst (MD) Posted 11/13/2012
Clinical Supervisor/Peer Professional (WA) Posted 11/13/2012
Peerlink Project Coordinator (OR) Posted 11/7/2012
Technical Assistance Center Director (OR) Posted 11/6/2012

Recovery Support Specialists - Peer Support (VA)

Posted 5/2/2013

PRS, Inc. (formerly Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services) is recognized as one of the 50 Best Nonprofits to work for in the US is a community-based nonprofit organization that serves individuals living with mental illness, substance use disorders, mild intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders and any combination of these. PRS helps clients achieve personal wellness, recovery and community integration by building the independent living skills and providing the supports they need to find meaningful, satisfying lives fully integrated into their communities.

We are now accepting applications for Recovery Support Specialists (Peer Support) professionals. Positions are part-time and available in Arlington (30 hours per week) and McLean (20 hours per week).

The Recovery Support Specialist conducts psychosocial classes to client groups on the recovery process based on related personal experience and curriculum materials; provides individual support and outreach to clients; and completes orientation on new clients and enters client clinical notes into the electronic health record.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a person with lived experience (consumer past or present) of mental health services. High School Diploma or GED required. Associate’s, Bachelor’s degree or 15 credit hours in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology or other related field preferred. Strong organizational skills and familiarity with basic computer office software required; ability to quickly establish rapport with clients, comfortable in presenting to and leading groups; strong oral and written communication skills. Clean driving record with reliable transportation required.

Interested applicants can apply at www.prsinc.iapplicants.com. PRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Director - Howie T. Harp Peer Advocacy and Training Center (NY)

Posted 4/22/2013

Community Access, Inc. is seeking a Director, to guide the growth and expansion of New York City’s preeminent center for peer workforce education and employment, The Howie T. Harp Peer Advocacy and Training Center (HTH). This is a full-time (40hrs per week), senior level position; salary commensurate with experience, and an excellent benefits package.

Agency Overview
Community Access, Inc. (CA) is a progressive not-for-profit organization that for the last 39 years has helped thousands of people diagnosed with psychiatric disabilities to make the transition from hospitals and shelters to independent living. Our primary mission is to identify needs and create solutions for homeless people with psychiatric disabilities. Our programs include over 1000 units of supportive housing in three boroughs, the Howie T. Harp Peer Advocacy Center, East Village Access—a PROS-licensed training program, Parachute NYC – Crisis Respite Center and Support Line, Recovery Connections and the Art Collective.

Position Overview
For 17 years, The Howie T. Harp Peer Advocacy and Training Center (HTH) has provided NYC’s behavioral healthcare workforce with skilled peer staff, leading the transformation of New York’s system of services and supports. Run by professionals who have personal experience with the mental health system, HTH offers an array of supports to help individuals grow as students and workers, acquiring the essential competencies to obtain work and develop careers in peer and health services.

We are looking for an experienced Director to guide the transition of the HTH Center as the training program evolves in response to the needs of managed care, and the demand for a workforce that requires employees with a range of specialized skills. This includes establishing and nurturing relationships with employers to forward peer workforce priorities and pursuing opportunities for career growth through relationships with educational institutions and the attainment of credentials. The Director is a leader, pursuing opportunities for expansion, and influencing developments in the peer movement on a local, state, national and international level. The Director is responsible and accountable for the operation of Center’s programs: the development, co-ordination, implementation and evaluation of programs and projects that promote community participation and citizenship, especially through the advancement of peer staff in the workplace. The Director guides staff performance and ensures full contractual compliance on federal, state and local levels.

Qualifications
Candidates must have an understanding, appreciation, and commitment to the philosophy and mission of Community Access; must identify as a recipient/peer/survivor of mental health services (required); demonstrated leader in the peer community/movement; a minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience, required; experience with and knowledge of peer workforce issues and the behavioral health system in New York State and City; significant training, technical assistance and curriculum development experience; program development experience, preferred; possess strong understanding of peer practices, recovery and wellness; must be fingerprinted and cleared by the Office of Mental Health (OMH); willing to travel and work some evenings and weekends as needed; possess advanced analytical and innovative problem solving abilities; demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates must send a cover letter and resume (which must include salary requirements and salary history) to:

Community Access, 2 Washington Street, 9th floor, NY, NY 10004 – Attn: HR Dept.
Email Hth-recruit@communityaccess.org
Fax to 212-937-3980

Commmunity Access is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V.
Women, People of Color and Members of the LGBT community are strongly encouraged to apply.
CA is committed to the hiring of at least 51% consumer staff, in all of its departments and programs, and at all levels of management.

www.communityaccess.org

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Director of Public Policy & Advocacy (NY)

Posted 3/19/2013

Position Summary: The Director of Public Policy & Advocacy is a key member of the NYAPRS management team and is responsible for assisting the Executive Director, Board and Public Policy committee members in achieving the NYAPRS public policy mission.

Essential Functions:

Represents NYAPRS directly with federal, state, and local policymakers as directed by Executive Director.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with relevant government officials and staff, colleagues, and other appropriate groups.
Inform and provide strategic guidance to NYAPRS staff, board and members about relevant policy developments and opportunities. Provide technical assistance and materials through education and advocacy to NYAPRS members aimed at incorporating member interests within federal, state, and local policies and mandates.
Directly lobby federal, state and local elected officials and staff on public policy issues important to NYAPRS as needed. Lobbying activities may include testifying at public hearings, agency and legislative meeting and developing official correspondence.
Maintain direct contact with NYAPRS members via presentations at regional events and regular follow up communications to gain their input and provide feedback on advocacy outcomes.
Lead the development and implementation of NYAPRS’ grassroots advocacy campaigns, in coordination with the Public Policy committee.
Develop effective relationships with state and federal media towards educating the public and policymakers about NYAPRS member interests.
Manage the budget related to public policy related activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in public policy or related field preferred.
5 years’ experience in public affairs and/or government relations.
Extensive experience and demonstrated success building rapport and working with policymakers, preferably at senior legislative or executive level.
Demonstrated understanding of national policy issues and current trends and in state and federal policy matters affecting health and human services, housing, employment and cultural competence.
Must possess project management, organizational, strategic thinking and relationship-building skills.
Demonstrated experience developing relationships with and outreach to national and local media.
Communicates in a strong, positive and effective manner both verbally and non-verbally. Excellent presentation, public speaking and facilitation skills.
Capacity to pragmatically achieve best possible policy outcomes.
Demonstrates a high level of personal accountability, confidentiality and willingness to share expertise.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite with ability to write and articulate public policy positions.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel.
Lived experience with the mental health system preferred.

We offer a competitive benefit package including health and dental benefits, 403(b), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Paid Time Off (PTO). Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and wage requirements to:

NYAPRS
Director of Human Resources
1 Columbia Place, 2nd Floor
Albany, NY 12207
HR1@nyaprs.org

NYAPRS is a not-for-profit organization based in Albany, NY that is dedicated to improving services and social conditions for people with psychiatric disabilities or diagnoses, and those with trauma-related conditions by promoting their recovery, rehabilitation and rights so that all people can participate freely in the opportunities of society. For more information about NYAPRS, please visit www.nyaprs.org.

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Senior Administrative Assistant (NY)

Posted 3/19/2013

Position Summary: Senior Administrative Assistant
This position provides clerical and administrative services and assistance of moderate complexity, requiring the use of judgment and discretion on a regular basis for multiple projects. This position may also provide direct support to project directors as needed.

Essential Functions:

Handles a wide variety of situations and conflicts involving the clerical and administrative function of the office. This includes summarizing the content of incoming materials, specially gathered information, or meetings to assist their supervisor/directors; coordinating the new information with background office sources; and drawing attention to important aspects or conflict.
Interprets requests and helps implement action, as well as decides whether ensures that requests for action or information are relayed to the appropriate staff member.
Coordinates, handles, and/or completes recurring projects or one-time projects, as directed by supervisor and/or project directorsthe executive/project directors should be notified of important or emergency matters, as needed. In the absence of their supervisor, screens telephone calls and visitors, ascertaining who can be redirected to subordinate management. Provides information to callers, including key internal or external sources, which requires comprehensive knowledge of organization policies, practices and operations.
Regularly arranges meetings, teleconferences, and appointments without clearance based upon project demands.
Prepares special or one time reports, presentation materials, summaries, or replies to inquiries, selecting relevant information from a variety of sources. May assist in the research, analysis and interpretation of data under the direction of management.
Performs a broad range of administrative support details on a regular basis, requiring initiative and judgment to make independent decisions for which probable errors may have moderate effect on cost impacts on organizational outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates degree or equivalent.
4+ years demonstrated progressive administrative support experience.
Highly organized with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Strong proofreading and editing skills.
Ability to research, analyze and interpret information.
Data management, including entry, analysis, and manipulation.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

NYAPRS
Director of Human Resources
1 Columbia Place, 2nd Floor
Albany, NY 12207
HR1@nyaprs.org

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Program Specialist - Office of Consumer Affairs (NE)

Posted 2/28/2013

The State of Nebraska, Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Program Specialist in our Office of Consumer Affairs.

Under the direction of the Administrator of the Office of Consumer Affairs in the Division of Behavioral Health, the candidate selected will do the following: assess Certified Peer Support and Wellness Specialist program effectiveness, identify training needs and requirements and develops and presents educational skill-based training to peer support specialists and behavioral health service providers.

Working with community partners to ensure the Office of Consumer Affairs operates effectively and efficiently by coordinating with other divisions and outside agencies. Prepares and presents informational presentations for people that utilize behavioral health services, agency staff, and service providers to assist individuals and families to participate meaningfully in community living, the recovery/resiliency process, and in their wellness goals. Manage contracts with consumer and family organizations, create financial reports and meet with contractors to assist with contract adherence. Represent the Office of Consumer Affairs in coordinating mental health board training, review self-study affidavits and manual updates. Facilitate trauma-informed peer support and wellness specialist training, participate in the Facilitators Circle meetings to plan and shape peer support in Nebraska. Create Power Point presentations, webinars, and papers to improve peer support skill set. Assist in planning of annual statewide conference and representation of the Office of Consumer Affairs at that conference. Provide updates to Network of Care and Office of Consumer Affairs website. Facilitate educational groups and forums at the Lincoln Regional Center, and attend key meetings like the Seclusion and Restraint Reduction meetings.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors degree or equivalent coursework/training in public administration, peer support, social/behavioral sciences, health care or human services or professional experience working in a human/social service or health care agency with responsibility for planning or evaluating services, programs or operational policies and practices. Speak from a voice of personal recovery, wellness, and resiliency experience in working to assist in creating policy, plans, and educational programs.

PREFERRED: Knowledge of issues related to trauma informed care, co-occurring mental health and substance use, family systems, and/or transition age youth.

OTHER: Valid driver's license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation.

Closing Date: April 10, 2013

Please visit our website at: statejobs.nebraska.gov to apply for this position.

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Executive Director - Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey (CSP-NJ)

Posted 2/27/2013

Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey (CSP-NJ), a large state-wide peer directed agency, is searching for an Executive Director. CSP-NJ has taken a unique leadership role in the transformation of New Jersey’s mental health system into a person centered service system based on recovery and wellness. The successful candidate must be a peer with the lived experience in addition to having significant management and leadership experience in mental health settings. The successful candidate will hold academic credentials commensurate with this level position and have a track record of dealing with local, state and national entities and funding sources.

CSP-NJ is a private not-for-profit organization with a budget of $12M, directed, managed and staffed through the collaborative efforts of mental health consumers, survivors and non-consumers. CSP-NJ strives to provide individualized, flexible community based services that promote responsibility, recovery and wellness. Current services include self-help centers, supportive housing, supported employment, advocacy, and entrepreneurial programs for adults with mental health and other special needs. The 150-plus CSP-NJ staff members and 200-plus peer facilitators serve over 4000 persons per year. CSP-NJs greatest resource is the life experiences of persons working through their own recovery.

The Executive Director has administrative responsibility for the overall operations of this dynamic agency, including: fiscal management, policy development, staff activity, community relations, and related activities.

Please distribute this announcement to your networks along with the attached job description for Executive Director. Thank you for your assistance with this important search.

Interested parties should send a letter of interest and CV to:

Search Committee, Executive Director
Attn: Ginny Chan
Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey, Inc.
11 Spring Street
Freehold, NJ 07728

Or email to: gchan@cspnj.org c/o Search Committee, Executive Director

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Hub Coordinator for the Northeast Recovery Learning Community (MA)

Posted 2/15/2013

Part-time/ 20 hours per week

Job Purpose: To successfully lead Peer Groups and other activities in the Northeast Area’s five Sites or (“Hubs”) by using culturally competent, recovery-based skills combined with peer support and skills training to peers in recovery from a variety of backgrounds. The Hub Coordinator will conduct outreach for new volunteers to become involved with the NERLC in a variety of ways (i.e. becoming members or facilitators of Peer Groups, joining the Consumer Advisory Committee, attending the NERLC’s special events, participating in special training opportunities, etc). The Hub Coordinator may also assist new Peer Facilitators in starting up new groups, finding free space, etc.

Essential Job Duties:

Attend weekly Hub Meetings to check in with Hub leaders and Peer Facilitators and be responsive to their needs and concerns.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with RLC staff who may or may not visit the Hub every week.
Provide linkage between the Hubs in terms of sharing new ideas that may be helpful.
Provide general peer support and skills training to Hub Leaders by assisting them in conducting outreach to their peers in the local community and help grow the NERLC in their respective communities.
Mediate any conflicts which arise among peers, in consultation with RLC staff.
In conjunction with the multi-cultural outreach Peer Specialists, reach out to underserved populations of mental health peers in the Northeast, enlisting community leaders and/or translators as needed.
Share own recovery story, and teach others to use their recovery stories in their work.
Provide education to local communities regarding issues affecting people with mental health conditions/trauma/extreme distress.
Maintain strict standards of confidentiality at all times, in accordance with federal HIPPA laws
Attend and participate in NILP and NERLC staff meetings.
Provide proper documentation of services via the IDMS data system and as needed for DMH documentation of services.
Perform other tasks as requested by supervisor.

Essential Qualifications

Person must be a peer with lived experience of mental health issues/trauma/extreme distress.
Person must have reliable transportation. Extensive travel throughout NILP/NERLC service area is required
Proficiency in all programs of Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Publisher, Excel, etc.) is REQUIRED
Prior experience facilitating groups and/or meetings
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Prior experience working with peers in a recovery-oriented setting and willingness to learn and grow on the job
Ability to work some evenings and/or weekends

Preferred Qualifications:

Outreach and community organizing experience
Experience in designing and/or providing group and individual training
Excellent organizational skills

Reports to: Kellianne O’Brien, Assistant Director, NERLC

Salary: Negotiable and commensurate with experience; mileage reimbursement available

Review Policy: Supervisor will complete performance appraisal with employee at the completion of a six-month probation period. Job duties/assignments will be reviewed at this time. Thereafter, performance appraisals will be completed and reviewed annually.

The Northeast Independent Living Program, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer
and encourages persons with disabilities, women, and persons of color to apply for this position.

Submit Cover Letter and Resume by email or mail to:

Laura McGrath
HR Payroll & Benefits Administrator
Northeast Independent Living Program, Inc
20 Ballard Road
Lawrence MA, 01843

Email: lmcgrath@nilp.org

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Multi-cultural Outreach Peer Specialist for the Northeast Recovery Learning Community (MA)

Posted 2/15/2013

Part-time/ 20 hours per week

Job Purpose: To use culturally competent, recovery-based skills while working closely and effectively with multi-cultural, multi-lingual consumers in the Northeast Area. Will train and support Peer Facilitators as well as assist the full-time Multi-cultural Coordinator in developing new training opportunities for culturally diverse individuals throughout the Northeast Area. This individual will also work to establish collaborative, productive relationships with local community agencies.

Essential Job Duties:

Recruit and train new multi-cultural Peer Facilitators in cities and towns in the Northeast area through outreach and networking
Provide follow-up support to new Peer Facilitators in starting peer groups in their local communities
Reach out to other underserved multi-cultural populations of mental health peers in the Northeast, enlisting community leaders and/or translators as needed
Share own recovery story, and teach others to use their recovery stories in their work
Provide education to the community-at-large regarding issues affecting people with mental health issues
Maintain strict standards of confidentiality at all times, in accordance with federal HIPPA laws
Attend and participate in NILP and NERLC staff meetings
Provide proper documentation of services via the IDMS data system and as needed for DMH documentation of services
Speak and write fluently in Spanish, English and/or other language(s) of populations in the Northeast Area
Perform other tasks as requested by supervisor

Essential Qualifications

Fully bi-cultural and bi-lingual in English, Spanish and/or other cultures/languages commonly spoken by multi-cultural groups in the Northeast Area
Person must be a peer with lived experience of mental health issues/trauma/extreme distress
Person must have reliable transportation. Extensive travel throughout NILP/NERLC service area is required
Proficiency in all programs of Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Publisher, Excel, etc.) is REQUIRED
Prior experience facilitating groups and/or meetings
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Prior experience working with peers in a recovery-oriented setting and willingness to learn and grow on the job
Ability to work some evenings and/or weekends

Preferred Qualifications

Outreach and community organizing experience
Experience in designing and/or providing training highly valued
Excellent organizational skills

Reports to: TBD

The Northeast Independent Living Program, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer
and encourages persons with disabilities, women, and persons of color to apply for this position.

Submit Cover Letter and Resume by email or mail to:

Laura McGrath
HR Payroll & Benefits Administrator
Northeast Independent Living Program, Inc
20 Ballard Road
Lawrence MA, 01843

Email: lmcgrath@nilp.org

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Executive Director, National Council on Disability (DC)

Posted 2/7/2013

Series & Grade: AD-0301-00
Open Period: January 17, 2013 until Filled Position
Information: Full-Time Excepted
Service Duty Location: Washington, DC
Key Requirements: You must be a US Citizen or National

The National Council on Disability (NCD) invites qualified individuals to submit applications for consideration to be appointed as the NCD Executive Director. NCD remains committed to actively recruiting and retaining qualified people with disabilities and encourages people with disabilities to apply for the Executive Director position.

NCD is an independent federal agency charged with advising the President, Congress, and other federal agencies regarding policies, programs, practices, and procedures that affect people with disabilities. The Executive Director is responsible for overall day-to-day management of the agency and expected to serve both as a substantive leader regarding NCD’s policy work and be ultimately responsible for various executive functions required of all federal agencies. NCD’s Bylaws, Strategic Plan, and budget information are available at http://www.ncd.gov/Accountability.

The ideal candidate for Executive Director will be an individual who is (1) deeply experienced in disability policy issues and well-positioned to become the substantive policy leader and public face of NCD, (2) knowledgeable and experienced in management of a federal agency, including all aspects of personnel management and preparation of annual budgets and written justifications to the U.S. Office of Management and Budget and U.S. Congress, and (3) an effective communicator and coalition-builder who can work effectively with NCD’s stakeholders, the White House, Administration, and Congress.

Candidates should meet the U.S. Office of Personnel Management’s Executive Core Qualifications, which are available at http://www.opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp. Your resume must demonstrate your experience, accomplishments, training, education and awards reflecting your ability to meet each of the executive core qualifications. Compensation and benefits for the Executive Director position are comparable to Level IV of the Executive Schedule.

How to Apply:

Inquiries and applications should be addressed to Jeff Rosen, Chairperson of the National Council on Disability, and either emailed to NCD@NCD.gov (with a subject line of ED Application) or mailed to:

NCD
1331 F Street, NW, Suite 850
Washington, DC 20004

Applications should include (1) a cover letter summarizing an individual’s qualifications for, interest in, and vision for being NCD Executive Director, (2) a resume specifically developed to demonstrate qualification for serving as the next Executive Director, and (3) references. To ensure consideration for the position, prospective applicants are encouraged to submit their cover letters and resumes as soon as possible.

How You Will Be Evaluated:

Step 1: Resume Screening
Step 2: Structured Interviews to determine Best Qualified (BQ) Candidates Step 3: Selection by the Chair, NCD.

*Note: Interviews will begin in February and continue until the position is filled.

Reasonable Accommodations: NCD provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, with sufficient notice. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please contact NCD@NCD.gov.

EEO Policy Statement: The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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Consumer Liaison, ICO Program (MA)

Posted 12/20/2012

Commonwealth Care Alliance, Inc., (CCA) is a cutting edge, not-for-profit, transformative care delivery system committed to providing integrated health care and related social support to those “dually eligible” for both Medicaid and Medicare. Our mission is to provide the best possible care, tailored individually to the needs of our members with special health care needs throughout the state of Massachusetts, by bringing to scale proven clinical strategies that improve care and manage costs, within a team-based, consumer-directed, prepaid, care delivery program. By creating partnerships between those receiving care and those providing and managing care, we promote autonomy, independence, and enrollee empowerment and participation in care planning.

POSITION SUMMARY:

CCA is planning to become an Integrated Care Organization (ICO) for dually eligible Medicaid/Medicare beneficiaries under the state’s forthcoming CMS demonstration to serve younger people with disabilities. The Consumer Liaison is a new position at CCA and will be responsible for overall relationship development and communications with the diverse array of people with disabilities, and their advocates, who will be served through the ICO. Reporting directly to the SVP for the Integrated Care Organization, the Liaison functions both as an ambassador for CCA to the disability communities and as an access point for consumers into the governance, program planning, and quality assurance for this new program of services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Facilitate active community involvement in the development, quality improvement, and monitoring of CCA's ICO through targeted and community-wide communications including focus groups, the development, as appropriate, of issue- and site- specific advisory groups, and other mechanisms
Develop and maintain critical electronic communication and web-based information resources for CCA ICO members
Participate, as appropriate, in internal program development and performance review and ethics and other governance committee meetings
Regularly inform senior CCA leadership of opportunities to increase disability input into the service delivery, operations, and governance related structures
Report annually to the CCA Board Quality committee on issues that have been raised at Consumer Advisory Committee meetings or through other channels of member participation
Identify opportunities for consumer-related survey and other participatory research strategies
Identify and foster learning opportunities for supporting consumers’ understanding of the following areas: effective interdisciplinary team participation, their role in care planning and decision-making, and the complexity of integrated care opportunities and challenges

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required
5+ years’ of experience in the healthcare industry
4+ years’ of experience in a directly related position
Experience or knowledge of disability-related medical, behavioral, and long term supports is required and essential
Familiarity with and full support of independent living recovery, and person-centered planning philosophy and strategies
Proven track record of working with people with disabilities
Must have a passion for the CCA mission and operate with a mission-driven approach and a commitment to consumer directed care and policy and program related development to maximize the independence and quality health care of all people with disabilities
Must be strong communicator; excellent written and verbal skills; good listener
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to collaborate and be part of a team and communicate at all levels of the organization
Ability to work effectively with a broad set of internal and external stakeholders
Highly energetic, motivated, and resourceful
Strong strategic thinker and tactical performer

APPLICATION INFORMATION

CCA is a rapidly growing organization and is always looking for top talent to help us achieve our mission of delivering a superior level of care to the members of our society who need it most. If you are interested in applying, please visit our website (http://www.commonwealthcare.org/about-us/careers.php) to submit a resume. We appreciate your interest and look forward to reviewing your application!

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Project Director, Soteria-Vermont (VT)

Posted 12/14/2012

Pathways Vermont's mission is to transform the lives of people experiencing mental health challenges by supporting their chosen paths to well being in an atmosphere of hope and mutual respect. We advocate for people's right to self-directed lives free from stigma and discrimination, and promote equal rights, community integration, health care, affordable housing, and employment for all.

Title: Project Director, Soteria-Vermont
Supervisor: Executive Director, Pathways Vermont
Employment Status: Full-Time

Description:

Pathways Vermont is currently creating a voluntary five-bed residence in Chittenden County for individuals experiencing an early episode of psychosis and seeking to avoid or reduce reliance on medication. Based on Dr. Loren Mosher’s successful project from the 1970s, Soteria-Vermont will provide non-coercive supports in a homelike environment focused on interpersonal and psychosocial approaches. The Project Director is responsible for overseeing program development and operations.

Responsibilities:

Implementing the original Soteria model in Vermont
Facilitating regular advisory committees with a broad range of stakeholders with diverse interests in the project
Establishing and maintaining ongoing community partnerships with service providers, local law enforcement, advocates, etc in Chittenden County
Development of essential program materials - Operations Manual, Personnel Manual, Service Recipient Handbook, Training Manual, etc
Organizing staffing patterns and recruiting staff
Training and supervising residence staff
Developing program eligibility criteria as well as processes for referrals, admissions and after-care support
Ongoing program evaluation
Regular reports to funders

Requirements:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills - the ability to network with area service providers, funders, and community stakeholders.
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to speak to a large audience
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to the mission.
Visionary
In-depth knowledge of psychiatric alternatives and psychosocial approaches to mental health and wellbeing.
At least 3 years of management or leadership experience
Patience, creativity, flexibility, compassion, and sensitivity to persons with disabilities and other minority populations

Please send cover letter and resume by 12/21/12 attached to an email titled “Soteria-Vermont PD Applicant - _(your name)_” to lauria@pathwaysvermont.org

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Executive Director - Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (MD)

Posted 12/5/2012

The MD Statewide Independent Living Council (MD SILC) seeks a dynamic, entrepreneurial Executive Director. This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic, self-starter who is passionate about maximizing opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The Executive Director is responsible for working closely with the Governor-appointed Maryland Council to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). Full details are in the position description below.
To apply, please send your résumé, three professional references, a written response to the following three statements, and your salary requirements to MDIndependentLiving@gmail.com no later than December 28, 2012. Applications that do not include all of the requested information will not be considered.

Please describe your knowledge and philosophy of independent living.
Please describe your understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a Board of Directors and those of the Executive Director.
Please provide a detailed description of your fundraising experience including: government, foundation and corporate grant writing; individual donors; annual campaigns; direct mail; earned income strategies; special events; social enterprise; and/or other fundraising strategies.

MARYLAND STATEWIDE INDEPENDENT LIVING COUNCIL
12301 Old Columbia Pike
Suite 101
Silver Spring, MD 20904

TITLE: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

MISSION STATEMENT: The Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council, Inc. promotes, supports and enhances opportunities for Marylanders with disabilities to maximize choices to independently live, work and play.

BACKGROUND: The MD SILC, Inc. is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization established to fulfill the required functions of the Governor-appointed Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council, in accordance with the Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1998 and the Federal Independent Living Regulations under Title VII.

Although the work of the SILC has been ongoing, the organization recently revived its nonprofit status and moved out of the MD Division of Rehabilitation Services. The relevance of this status is that this opportunity is akin to starting up a nonprofit in terms of establishing structure, systems, policies, procedures, new programs and funding.

ACCOUNTABILITY: Directly responsible to the Board of Directors /MD SILC.

CLASSIFICATION: This is a full-time, exempt position.

RESPONSIBILITIES: General Management

Plans, monitors and implements organizational goals and objectives
Responsible for budgetary and fiscal administration
Works with the board to implement fund raising plans
Responsible for staffing the board and all committee meetings, including the taking and distribution of meeting minutes
Ensures all activities of the Statewide Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) are successfully implemented

Program Management

Responsible for coordinating the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the three-year Statewide Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) under the direction of the Council
Analyzes Independent Living (IL) needs and trends and establishes goals and objectives in consideration of available resources
Develops and implements an annual timeline of required activities related to the SPIL
Schedules bi-monthly meetings, or meetings as necessary, of the Council, assuring adequate public notice (minimum 30 days)
Coordinates and makes all arrangements for Council meetings, including but not limited to, preparing agendas and sending in advance, reserving meeting space, inviting speakers, engaging caterers, preparing and distributing minutes in a timely manner, and providing and funding reasonable accommodations and coordinating member transportation, as needed
Schedules, plans and implements quarterly meetings and an annual retreat of the IL partners
Identifies the need for and coordinates all aspects of public meetings addressing independent living
Develops and implements new efforts and activities to further the mission and raise earned income

Grant and Contract Management

Prepares and implements annual work program in fulfillment of all grants and/or contracts
Prepares and submits timely reports, including the annual 704 and annual report of SILC activities, to all granting agencies, foundations and/or corporations
Prepares and submits, in a timely manner, all programmatic and financial reports required by federal and state regulations

Financial Controls

Prepares annual budget for approval by the board based on the organization’s annual plan
Manages approved budget
Prepares and submits monthly budget and fiscal reports to the board
Develops and maintains financial management systems, including but not limited to: tracking, recording and managing all revenue and expenses; reconciling bank statements; reimbursing Council members for travel and other allowable expenses associated with Council meetings and approved activities
Recommends for board approval all financial policies and procedures such as internal control policies, purchasing practices, unrestricted net assets policy, and a “whistle-blower policy to provide a confidential means to report suspected financial impropriety

Resource Development

With the Council, develops and implements an annual resource development and utilization plan including target needs
Develops and implements trainings, seminars, webinars and luncheons with guest speakers that meet mission and fund development objectives
Researches and writes proposals to local and national government agencies, foundations and corporations
Develops and cultivates positive relationships with persons interested in supporting the work of the MD SILC

Advocacy and Coalition Building

Confers with state and federal legislators, IL organizations and other disability organizations to exchange information, interpret laws, regulations and policies, and build a common agenda
Maximizes the cooperation, coordination and working relationships among DORS, the CILs, the Council , and other IL organizations or disability entities
Plans, coordinates and implements statewide IL trainings and conferences, SILC retreats and/or training workshops
Plans, develops, and coordinates public and community relations, meetings and hearings
Represents the Council on groups, boards and councils
Responsible for developing and maintaining a web site, publication of an annual report and other external marketing products
Develops and distributes information and educational materials
Facilitates collaboration with DORS and Maryland CILs

Council Membership

Solicit new SILC member applications
Prepare communication of nominees to Governor
Review nominees with DSU and Governor’s staff
Facilitate, in consultation with DORS, the membership process with the Council and the Governor’s Appointments Office to assure that Council membership is in full compliance with the requirements in the Act
Update the SILC Member Orientation Manual
Develops, schedules and plans an annual orientation to new members and ongoing training to all members, as needed

Legal Requirements & Insurance

Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, including but not limited to, Maryland corporations, federal tax-exempt status, fundraising, licensing, financial accountability, document retention/destruction, lobbying, political advocacy, human resources and taxation
Assess and recommend insurance coverage, such as general liability and Directors & Officers

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree required
A clear understanding of the philosophy of independent living
Five years of work experience in a nonprofit or with a disability-associated organization; executive director experience preferred
Proven track record planning and implementing an assortment of fundraising strategies
Experience working in a start-up or young organization, preferred
Working knowledge of MS Office (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, Word), QuickBooks and fundraising software
Strong financial management skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent analytical and organizational abilities
Proactive, works independently, accepts responsibility
Ability to create and implement strategies and tactical plans

BENEFITS: Paid vacation, holiday, personal, funeral and sick leave;
health insurance; retirement plan; worker’s compensation; and unemployment insurance

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Normal workweek for this exempt position is a minimum of 40 hours, which includes evening and weekend hours, as necessary.
This position is not eligible for overtime pay.
PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS: The MD SILC is an outcome driven organization. Performance excellence in quality as well as quantity is expected. Position descriptions are a general depiction of assignments. Since the SILC has a small staff and a large task, employees need to be flexible and can expect to be called upon in a variety of ways that cannot always be anticipated in the position description. Continued employment is dependent upon meeting specified performance outcome measures and competencies, as well as availability of funds.

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Supervisory Public Health Analyst (MD)

Posted 11/13/2012

Job Title: Supervisory Public Health Analyst
Department: Department Of Health And Human Services
Agency: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Job Announcement Number: HHS-SAMHSA-DE-13-780297
SALARY RANGE: $123,758.00 to $155,500.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD: Friday, November 09, 2012 to Friday, November 23, 2012
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0685-15
POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Permanent
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy in the following location:
Rockville, MD United States
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: United States Citizens
JOB SUMMARY:

Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American! At the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) you can give back to your community, state, and country by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere. It is the principal agency for protecting the health of citizens. Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer, and better for all Americans.

This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS), Office of the Director (OD) located in Rockville, MD.

This vacancy is also being announced concurrently with vacancy announcement HHS-SAMHSA-MP-770306 under merit promotion procedures. Please review that announcement to see if you are eligible for consideration under merit promotion procedures. NOTE: Applicants must apply separately for each announcement in order to be considered.

PHS Commissioned Corps Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps (not as a career/career-conditional employee) are encouraged to apply under the merit promotion announcement indicated above.

This announcement may be used to fill multiple positions in multiple locations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

U.S. Citizenship is required.
Background investigation required.

DUTIES:

Provides leadership in planning, implementing, and evaluating the goals, priorities, policies, and programs of the organization that focus on mental health services and consumer affairs.
Identifies and provides expert advice to senior management on problems and/or program initiatives involving mental health service delivery systems.
Develops and carries out consumer information, education, and policies.
Leads teams on studies or projects focused on consumer affairs.
Provides leadership on planning committees, conferences, and symposia.
Maintains effective communication with key representatives as advisor and/or consultant of consumer affairs.
Develops work plans and budgets for the program to inform and educate on mental health issues.
Researches and writes reports or other working documents that provide guidance on complex program issues.
Directs staff and the development of and implementation of consumer information training and education programs.
Collaborates with other agency heads to coordinate program efforts.

Agency Information:

HHS OHR
200 Independence Ave SW
HHH Building
Suite 801
Washington, DC, 20201

Questions about this job, contact:

Angelique Green
Phone: (216) 615-4042
Email: ANGELIQUE.GREEN@HHS.GOV

For additional information and to apply: Please go to https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/330407700

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Clinical Supervisor/Peer Professional (WA)

Posted 11/13/2012

Passages Family Support is a Consumer Operated Service Provider and a licensed Community Mental Health Agency in Spokane, Washington. Services provided to children, youth, adults, and primary caregivers of minor children include peer support, case management, individual and group therapy. All services at Passages are framed in the mental health Recovery model and all direct service staff at Passages identify as peers.

Provide leadership and clinical supervision to peer staff that include peer specialists, peer case managers, and peer master level clinicians. Preference given to peer professional that meets the following criteria.

Essential Duties and Responsibilties:

Administration / Management
1. Assure that the quality of clinical services is maintained through individual and group supervision.
2. Assure that performance reviews are completed annually for staff under direct supervision, including establishing specific, individual professional development goals.
3. Insure that clinical records are accurate, current, and meet Medicaid standards, Spokane Multi-County Regional Support Network standards, and DBHR licensing regulations.
4. Review all reports of suspected abuse or neglect of vulnerable adults or minors and assure that appropriate actions are taken. Inform Executive Director if reports involve alleged maltreatment by staff, students, or volunteer.
5. Inform the Executive Director in a timely manner of all relevant clinical and liability issues and make recommendations for any changes in procedures.
6. Participate in internal and external committees as directed by the Executive Director
7. Participate in management team meetings.
Clinical Services
1. Provide the following services to clients:
  1. a. Intake interviews
  2. Individual psychotherapy to clients
2. Coordinate admissions and discharges of clients.
3. Work with the Executive Director to develop psychoeducation programs and upervise the delivery of psychoeducation services.
4. Provide consultation and support to staff as needed including being available for staff to debrief about difficult situations.
5. Provide back-up clinical care to clients when assigned staffs are unavailable.
6. Provide in-service training to staff, assuring that content meets licensure standards and clinical needs.
Planning and Community Organizing
1. Use good judgment and maintain effective boundaries when sharing information about Passages with funders, other providers, and members of the community.
2. Attend various community meetings as directed by the Executive Director and report relevant information from community meetings back to the Executive Director.

SUPERVISION: Reports to the Executive Director

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversees day-to-day clinical operations of Passages

Salary Range: Salaried-Annual $60,000.00 to $65,000.00 depending upon experience and qualifications.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals who identify as a consumer per WAC 388-865-0150 are encouraged to apply. "Consumer" means a person who has applied for, is eligible for or who has received mental health services.

Must meet the qualifications of a mental health professional, meaning a person providing clinical services in the treatment of mental illness that is qualified in at least one of the following ways:
- A person with a master’s degree in social work and at minimum 4,000 hours of post-master’s supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in treatment of mental health challenges and;
- In marriage and family therapy: the successful candidate must be a marriage and family therapist with at least 4,000 hours of post-master's supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in the treatment of mental health challenges
Requires 4,000 hours of post Masters experience in a multi-disciplinary mental health setting including at least two years of experience in clinical supervision and/or administration
Demonstrated knowledge of the Mental Health Recovery movement/philosophy and the ten guiding principles of Recovery
Prefer demonstrated knowledge of Motivational Interviewing skills and other evidence based interventions
Children’s Mental Health Specialist as per the Department of Behavioral Health & Recovery criteria
Management experience and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability in establishing and meeting priorities and goals

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, memos, business correspondence and all other mental health related document
Capable of establishing positive interpersonal relationships with a broad range of people
Effective oral and written communication skills

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

College level mathematical skills required.

Cultural Competency

Understanding of culture from a multi-faceted approach to include, age, sexual orientation, race, nationality, disability, and socio-economic status

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of situations typically found in the population served.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral form.
Demonstrated skill with healthy problem solving techniques

OTHER SKILLS REQUIRED:
Ability to operate computer, printer, copy and fax machines, calculator, and other office equipment.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Valid Driver’s License and proof of insurance meeting agency standards required. Prefer licensure as a LICSW or LFMT but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by staff member to perform successfully the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, move up and down stairways, talk and hear, drive to and from community appointments.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to ten pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

MENTAL DEMANDS:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety in situations. Ability to reason effectively and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

This position requires the individual to work with minimal supervision. Guidance is available as necessary, however, the individual is expected to be able to function autonomously and make individual decisions when appropriate. Position does require ability to interact with a variety of individuals and the ability to meet deadlines and time pressure based on the volume of work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise and/or level of distractions in the work environment are usually moderate.

To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to information@passagesfs.org

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Peerlink Project Coordinator
Mental Health America of Oregon / Peerlink National Technical Assistance Center (OR)

Posted 11/7/2012

Mental Health America of Oregon (MHAO) is an inclusive grassroots mental health organization dedicated to empowering consumer/survivor voices to drive services and policies that foster wellness and full participation in life choices and recovery.

Peerlink National Technical Assistance Center, a project of MHAO, is a national consumer/survivor technical assistance center funded by a grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Peerlink works to strengthen the capacity and infrastructure of peer-run programs and traditional mental health organizations. We offer training in organizational development, employment, financial self-sufficiency, and health/wellness to people who use/have used mental health services, peer support providers, and community agencies. We believe that people diagnosed with mental illness are empowered by working, having financial resources, and participating in their communities as informed and healthy citizens.

Mental Health America of Oregon is seeking a Project Coordinator for Peerlink.

The Project Coordinator:

Collaborates with team members on organizational and project goals and direction.
Collaborates with co-workers and consultants to research web links and resource materials for peer services and community agencies.
Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with local, state, and national community partners.
Develops fact sheets and useful tools on employment and organizational capacity building and development topics.
Collaborates with TA Director and consultants to provide training of peer specialists that enables them to successfully provide employment and career supports to other peers.
Provides on-going training and technical assistance to these peer employment specialists.
Provides on-going organizational capacity and development support to build state-wide consumer networks and increase peer services in states designated by Grant Project Officer.
Provides additional technical assistance, training, and consultation in other areas as assigned.
Documents work and project progress using Peerlink database.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be a consumer/survivor/person with lived experience of mental health challenges. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and five years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Compensation: This is an hourly .75 FTE position (30 hours per week); $20.19/hour-$22.12/hour ($31,500-$34,500 annually for .75 FTE).

To apply: Please visit http://peerlinktac.org/careers for complete job description and application instructions.

This position closes Monday, December 3rd, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. PST.

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Technical Assistance Center Director
Mental Health America of Oregon / Peerlink National Technical Assistance Center (OR)

Posted 11/6/2012

Mental Health America of Oregon/Peerlink National Technical Assistance Center is seeking a Technical Assistance Center Director.

The Technical Assistance Center Director:

Creates and oversees overarching timelines and duty distribution in accordance with the Peerlink grant proposal and workplan.
Provides oversight to ensure grant activities are completed as assigned and on schedule.
Supervises and directs Peerlink TAC staff, consultants, and contractors.
Maintains tracking/data system and oversees implementation of project evaluation for grant activities.
In collaboration with Executive Director; develops, oversees, and manages Peerlink budget. Tracks Peerlink projected-to-actual budget throughout grant timeline.
Collaborates and develops materials and provides technical assistance and training as needed in content areas according to Peerlink workplan. Content areas include Financial Self-Sufficiency, Employment, Health and Wellness, and Organizational Capacity Building.
Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with other national organizations; represents Peerlink at state, national, and international meetings and events.

Qualifications: Must identify as a consumer/survivor/person with lived experience of mental health challenges. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; and seven to ten years related experience and/or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Compensation: This is a salaried, exempt position at .75 FTE (30 hours per week); $37,500-$41,250 for .75 FTE ($24.04/hour-$26.44/hour)

To apply: Please visit http://peerlink.org/careers for complete job description and application instructions.

This position closes on Monday, December 3, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. PST.

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