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Executive Director - Council System of Maine (CCSM) (ME)
Resource Housing Broker - Empowerment Initiatives Inc. (OR)
Mental Health Case Manager - SOAR Case Management Services (WI)
Program Director, VOCAL CO-OP (VA)
VOCAL Executive Assistant / Administrative Coordinator (VA)
Senior Director, Consumer Advocacy - Mental Health America (VA)
Director of the Office of Consumer and Family Affairs (DC)
Program Coordinator, Riverside Peer Support Program (MA)
Director of Operations - The Transformation Center & M-POWER (MA)
Latino Peer Support Network Project Director - The Transformation Center & M-POWER (MA)


Executive Director - Council System of Maine (CCSM) (ME)

Posted 4/16/2008

The Consumer Council System of Maine (CCSM) is recruiting an Executive Director. The CCSM Executive Director is responsible for overseeing outreach efforts for the CCSM, implementing goals established by the Statewide Consumer Council, and overseeing CCSM staff and budget. The CCSM is Maine’s largest effort to assure an effective, independent consumer voice in development of public policy.

Qualifications: Applicants must be a current or former consumer of mental health services, must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, a college degree is preferred (business related field preferable), ability to develop and manage a budget, and excellent computer skills.

For more information: Call Lydia Richard at 1-888-375-5969 (in Maine) or 207-941-4734, email lrichard@thenetwork123.com. Please send resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to:

SCC Personnel Committee
c/o Holly Dixon
P.O. Box 103
Fairfield, ME 04937

Application deadline is April 25, 2008.

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Resource Housing Broker - Empowerment Initiatives Inc. (OR)

Posted 4/16/2008

Empowerment Initiatives Inc. of Oregon is seeking to fill one resource broker position for our new housing brokerage:

This position is full-time, starting salary $30,000+ DOE with full medical, dental, vision, long and short term disability benefits. Applicants must have bachelor's degree in related mental health field and at least one year experience in the area of mental health or transition-aged youth services or an equivalent combination of training and work/personal experience related to mental health. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable about housing programs and resources in the Multnomah County area and have experience supporting differently abled individuals living in community housing.

General Summary of Duties – Housing Resource Broker

The Housing Resource Broker works under the supervision of the Brokerage Services Coordinator. The Housing Resource Broker will work with 15-25 program participants with a focus on successful transition to stable independent community housing. Program participants will include adults with mental health diagnoses transitioning out of group homes and foster homes as well as transition aged youth (16-24) with mental health diagnoses and/or institutional histories transitioning into community housing. The resource broker supports participants to succeed in this transition through the use of person-directed planning and self-directed support funds. The resource broker provides person-directed planning, helps participants develop support plans and budgets, identifies housing resources, coordinates referrals to agencies, and monitors progress throughout the program.

Resumes and cover letters will be accepted until position is filled. You will not be contacted unless chosen for an interview. We will only keep on file resumes of applicants who are chosen for an interview. Please email resume and cover letter to azulich@chooseempowerment.com.

Empowerment Initiatives is an Affirmative Action employer. Empowerment Initiatives does not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, or because of race, color, sex, national origin, sexual preference, disability, age or marital status, in regard to all phases of employment and services, including recruitment, selection, appointment, and training. Insofar as possible, Empowerment Initiatives attempts to staff positions with individuals who, through similar personal experience and with appropriate skills, can understand the needs of customers with mental health issues and provide effective assistance.

About Empowerment Initiatives . . .

Empowerment Initiatives, Inc. is a non-profit organization founded by and for former and present consumers of the mental health system. It is the mission of Empowerment Initiatives Inc. to be a catalyst providing individuals who experience mental health issues opportunities for choice and development of personal goals, using the four principles of self-determination: freedom, authority, responsibility, and support.

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Mental Health Case Manager - SOAR Case Management Services (WI)

Posted 3/20/2008

Consumer run mental health case management agency seeks a passionate, energetic, human rights oriented staff member interested in growing with us as our agency grows.

A SOAR Case Manager is ideally: a compassionate, insightful, detail-oriented, innovative individual. Must be self-directed and a team player.

SOAR Case Management is committed to moving forward as an agency and continuing to be a positive influence on Dane County’s mental health community, the nation and the world, by creating and providing ever more humanistic mental health services. Our services are designed with, for, and by the individual served. New case managers must be devoted to building and improving our agency, the Madison Model, and positively influencing Community Mental Health services as a whole.

BA and experience required. Fluency in Spanish or American sign language a plus. We welcome applications from recovering/recovered individuals. Please see www.hvn-usa.org/articles.html for more information about SOAR Case Management and the Madison Model of Community Mental Health Care.

E-mail letter of interest and resume to soar_cm@sbcglobal.net or mail to Executive Director, Adam Strom, SOAR Case Management Service Inc 1810 South Park Street #205, Madison Wisconsin 53713

Description of duties, responsibilities, and qualifications:

The Case Manager is responsible for efficiently managing a caseload of approx. 20 consumers as they work towards stability and independence.

  • Must be available to consumers, advocates, coworkers, and mental health system 9-5 Mon-Fri.
  • Must effectively manage and respond to high volume of calls from the above.
  • Must complete weekly case notes and other clinical documentation as well as employee time sheets and mileage forms.
  • Must have working, insured vehicle as case managers are in the community 75% of time working with consumers. High miles driven. Generous mileage reimbursement.
  • After training must participate in our after hours on-call rotation. One weeknight every 2 weeks and one weekend every 7 weeks.
  • Participate in on-going trainings
  • Excellent organizational, writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Cultural Competence and experience in providing culturally sensitive mental health services
  • Excellent problem solving skills.
  • Proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel.
  • Awareness of current issues in the mental health movement and a demonstrated interest in the mental health consumer movement is a plus
  • Commitment to the mission and goals of SOAR

Prior experience required: Previous experience with disabled persons, experience working with others in a collaborative setting.

Personal qualities: Detail oriented, flexible, hardworking, reliable, and takes initiative. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Good interpersonal skills. Must see tasks though to the end, seeking help if needed. Must take direction well.

Hours: 40 hours/week. 9-5

Benefits/Compensation: Starting wage: $14.00/hr. We offer 80% health/dental, disability insurance, generous vacation/sick, 403b.

Equal Employment Opportunity: SOAR Case Management Services Inc. provides equal opportunity for all persons seeking employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.

Please send letter of interest and resume to:

SOAR Case Management
Attn: Adam Strom
1810 South Park #205
Madison, WI 53713

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Program Director, VOCAL CO-OP (VA)

Posted 3/7/2008

We are seeking a Program Director for the VOCAL CO-OP, a collective of peer-run mental health programs. We are seeking candidates who care about mental health disability rights; enjoy helping strengthen grassroots, social justice groups; and have experience helping nonprofit programs grow and flourish. 20 hrs/week, includes benefits. Find out more at below, or visit: http://vocalvirginia.org/Jobs.htm

Do you care about mental health empowerment and recovery?

Do you enjoy helping strengthen grassroots, social justice groups?

Do you have experience helping nonprofit programs grow and flourish?

We are pleased to announce a job opening for a Program Director of the VOCAL CO-OP (Consumer Owned & Operated Programs). The CO-OP is collective of peer-run mental health programs in Virginia. We provide training, support and advocacy to help strengthen grassroots groups throughout the state. Our past projects have included mini-grants, training programs, toolkits, gatherings and leadership retreats, statewide advocacy, and new program development.

Peer-run programs (also known as "consumer-run" programs) are programs that are designed, led, and governed by people who have been diagnosed with mental illness. Our member programs include drop-in center, employment center, recovery groups, training programs, advocacy groups, and more.

The VOCAL CO-OP is a program of VOCAL - a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to mental health empowerment, recovery, and peer leadership. VOCAL is a 100% consumer-run organization. To find out more about us, please visit our website: www.vocalsupportcenter.org

Qualifications:

We are seeking a new Program Director with the following background:

  • Belief in the principles of mental health recovery and peer-run programs.
  • Background in non-profit management and/or grassroots program leadership.
  • Self-motivation and ability to thrive in a self-directed environment.
  • Ability to travel and visit programs in Virginia.
  • Lived experience as a mental health consumer.
  • Compassion, trustworthiness and integrity.
  • Commitment to creating a program that is welcoming and inclusive to people from diverse races, cultures, sexual orientations, and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Our ideal candidate would also have one or more of the following: Experience with peer-run mental health programs; Strong knowledge in one or more areas of nonprofit management; Track record of increasing funding and support for a grassroots cause; Professional experience strengthening social justice groups (as a facilitator, trainer, organizational development consultant, etc).

Duties & Responsibilities

The VOCAL CO-OP Program Director provides support and assistance to consumer-run programs. Types of assistance may vary depending on the needs of the programs, and the strengths and talents of the new Program Director (examples might include: program consultations, coaching program leaders, leading trainings or organizing events with professional trainers, assisting programs with strategic planning, answering questions about nonprofit management issues, or providing guidance and support to new programs)

VOCAL has offices in Charlottesville, Richmond, and Harrisonburg. Working from a home office in another area of the state is possible. We are also seeking a candidate who has the ability to travel to visit programs throughout Virginia (mileage and travel expenses for program visits will be reimbursed).

The VOCAL CO-OP is one of three programs run by VOCAL. The CO-OP Program Director reports to the Executive Director, and works in collaboration with a CO-OP Nonprofit Consultant, VOCAL Board of Directors, Bookkeeper, other VOCAL staff, and consumer program leaders across the state. Specific duties include:

  • Providing consulting and assistance to peer-run programs, through email, phone, and site visits.
  • Co-organizing trainings to support grassroots program leaders.
  • Handling program administration, including website updates, membership and scholarship applications; and serving as a point of contact for the program.
  • Financial recordkeeping for this program, grant contract management, and quarterly financial reports (financial training and orientation provided, if needed)
  • As time permits, offering workshops and presentations at conferences; and serving on councils to advocate for funding and support for consumer-run programs.

Salary & Benefits

Salary is $17.50/hour for 20 hours per week. Benefits include pro-rated health insurance, pro-rated sick/holiday/vacation days, and a 4013b plan. Other Benefits include: A great work environment with people who enjoy working together and believe in the work they do. Access to staff development funds to strengthen your skills. A flexible work schedule.

To Apply:

Submit resume, cover letter, and three references. In your cover letter, please include why you wish to work for a consumer-run organization. Email to jobs@vocalvirginia.org. Email resumes are strongly preferred. You can also mail to: VOCAL CO-OP, P.O. Box 1248, Charlottesville, VA, 22902. Closing date: March 31st, 2008.

The VOCAL CO-OP is made possible thanks to support from Virginia DMHMRSAS.

VOCAL is an equal-opportunity employer.

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VOCAL Executive Assistant / Administrative Coordinator, Charlottesville, VA

Posted 3/7/2008

We are seeking an Administrative Coordinator who cares about mental health recovery; has administrative experience and skills; and can collaborate to create a warm, welcoming and productive office environment. 20 hrs/week, includes benefits. Find out more below, or visit: http://vocalvirginia.org/Jobs.htm

The Virginia Organization of Consumers Asserting Leadership (VOCAL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to mental health recovery, empowerment and peer leadership. Learn more about VOCAL at www.vocalsupportcenter.org

VOCAL is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide administrative support that will help build and strengthen Virginia's mental health disability rights movement. The Executive Assistant is directly responsible to the Executive Director. Position is located in Charlottesville, VA. Duties include:

  • Collaborate to create a warm, welcoming and productive office environment
  • Manage planning and scheduling for Board and member meetings.
  • Copy and compile materials for Board meetings & Executive Director meetings
  • Draft and proofread letters, reports, and other written materials
  • Assist with managing employee benefits; and maintain personnel files.
  • Assist the Executive Director with preparation for the annual audit.
  • Provide administrative support to Executive Director, including general office duties such as answering phones, copying, faxing, and filing.

Qualifications:

  • Lived experience as a consumer of mental health services.
  • Minimum of 2 years of administrative experience, preferably in a nonprofit.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
  • Strong writing and editing skills
  • Self-motivated and ability to be self-directed on projects
  • Strong computer skills. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, & Access preferred
  • Flexibility and willingness to learn
  • Commitment to helping build an organization that is welcoming and inclusive to people from diverse races, cultures, sexual orientations, and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Commitment to the mission and goals of VOCAL; demonstrated interest in the mental health consumer movement is a plus

Salary & Benefits

Salary is $15.50/hour, for 20 hours per week. Benefits include pro-rated health insurance, pro-rated sick/holiday/ vacation days, and a 4013b plan. Other Benefits include: A great work environment with people who enjoy working together and believe in the work they do, and access to staff development funds to strengthen your skills.

To Apply:

Submit cover letter, resume and three references. If you wish, you may also enclose 1 to 3 brief writing samples. Please send to jobs@vocalvirginia.org. Email resumes preferred. VOCAL, P.O. Box 1248, Charlottesville, VA 22902.

VOCAL is an equal-opportunity employer.

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Senior Director, Consumer Advocacy - Mental Health America (VA)

Posted 2/27/2008

Support mental health consumers by assisting consumer-run, community-based nonprofits with organizational development and nonprofit management through training, technical assistance and publications. Expertise in nonprofit development, community organizing, coalition building, and mental health advocacy a must.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and first-hand experience in mental health recovery required. Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and knowledge of issues in the mental health movement. Position requires the ability to create work products within established deadlines, deliver presentations to large groups and travel out of state.

How to Apply:

Please send cover letter/letter of interest, resume and one-page writing sample via e-mail to jobs@mentalhealthamerica.net. Please type "Senior Director, Consumer Advocacy" in the subject line of the e-mail. No phone calls please. EOE.

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Director of the Office of Consumer and Family Affairs, Washington DC - DS-301-14. 

Posted 1/25/2008

DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH
MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY
OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR

Introduction

This position is located in the Office of Director of the Department of Mental Health (DMH). DMH is comprised of three distinct entities: The Mental Health Authority, Saint Elizabeths Hospital, and the DC Community Services Agency (DC CSA). In its role as the mental health authority the Department is responsible for oversight, funding, monitoring and planning for District residents. Saint Elizabeths Hospital is the District’s public psychiatric hospital and provides inpatient services to approximately 400 District residents who are both court committed and are civil patients. The DC CSA provides a range of community based services to adults, children, youth, and their families.

The mission of the Department of Mental Health is to develop, support, and oversee a comprehensive, community-based, consumer-driven, culturally competent, quality mental health system in response to the needs of individuals and families in the District of Columbia. The DMH Director directs the operation of the Department; advises the Mayor and City Administrator on mental health services programs; determines the Department’s policy and procedures; coordinates the Department’s activities; promotes cooperation with private providers and public agencies; directs analysis and evaluation of services; and develops standards, rules, and regulations.

The incumbent of this position serves as Director, Office of Consumer and Family Affairs. As Director, the incumbent provides leadership and direction in planning, developing, and coordinating ways to promote involvement of consumers and family members of the District of Columbia into the Mental Health System’s planning and delivery efforts for adults and children.

Position Controls

The incumbent reports to the Director, DMH, who provides general administrative direction. The incumbent works with wide latitude for taking independent action and using sound judgment to achieve goals and objectives. The incumbent is relied upon to exercise initiative, sound judgment, extensive analytical and evaluative skills and comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the organizations, laws and governing regulations, to interpret, adapt, apply and propose guidelines to deal with specific situations and problems as they arise. Work is appraised in terms of fulfillment of program objectives, effect of advice, and contributions to the District and the Department.

Major Duties

The incumbent serves as Director, Office of Consumer and Family Affairs and is responsible for the following:

  • Exercising primary responsibility for leadership, direction, and management of a comprehensive consumer and family affairs program which provides support to consumers and family members of the District of Columbia.
  • Providing expertise on the consumer/family perspective and advises the Director, DMH, on consumer and family concerns. Specifically the incumbent provides advice on system wide policies and strategies and on the development of the mental health strategic plan.

The incumbent manages, plans, develops, organizes, monitors, and directs programs and services in the Office of Consumer and Family Affairs. Makes decisions affecting:

  • The basic content and character of the program, including which major projects should be initiated or curtailed and on resources to be devoted to particular projects;
  • Long-range planning, periodic evaluations of the program, and modifying broad program objectives; and the
  • Oversight and preparation of a proposed budget and budget justification for the Office of Consumer and Family Affairs. In addition is responsible for the accuracy and appropriateness of budget proposals, fiscal accounting and utilization of funds to insure that the funds are being used properly and effectively and that the grantors are kept informed of the progress being made on the program.

The incumbent exercises leadership for the OCFA program.

  • Plans, develops, and coordinates overall aspects of the program to assure the development and delivery of effective services to consumers.
  • Provides leadership in planning and directing program activities.
  • Develops program objectives and priorities.
  • Reviews the progress of the program, monitors and assesses program functions, operations, and activities; and revises strategic planning processes.
  • Provides direction in developing and achieving program goals and objectives.
  • Exercises responsibility for overall planning, development and direction of the Office as well as quality and effectiveness of activities.
  • Evaluates the impact of changes and complex situations and develops plans that maximize results in the accomplishment of consumer/family involvement in the Department of Mental Health.

The incumbent develops and fosters citywide service relationships and interagency linkages.

  • Serves as primary liaison representing the department on consumer and family affairs.
  • Interfaces and collaborates with federal and local officials, community officials and representatives, mental health organizations and associations, consumer, family, and community organizations; and other agencies regarding consumer and family affairs.
  • Provides oversight and monitoring of the DMH Grievance Management System which includes; grievance intake, resolution and appeals, grievance training and technical assistance, review of policies for MHRS certification, site visitation to monitor grievance activities and maintenance of a grievance database.
  • Oversight of Committed Consumer periodic examinations(Streicher) which include maintenance of a database of all civilly committed consumers with notification to MHRS Providers of impending examination dates and examination results.

Provides supervision and oversight of OCFA staff activities and issues policy guidance.

  • Plans and coordinates work to be accomplished, determines and establishes priorities, develops schedules for completion of work, and makes assignments according to staff capability and work requirements. Provides advice and assistance to employees on work, as necessary.
  • Monitors work in progress and reviews completed work.
  • Establishes performance standards, evaluates work performance and provides advice and counsel to staff on work performance. Identifies developmental and training needs of employees and makes recommendations for approval of training.
  • Effects minor disciplinary measures and recommends action in more serious cases.
  • Interviews candidates for vacant positions and makes recommendations for selection.
  • Recommends promotions and reassignments and take steps to recognize outstanding work through awards. Coordinates with other training personnel, to provide consumer related training to both DMH and DMH contracted staff and consumers, family members and providers within the District. Promotes the consumer, family and professional triad approach in training and facilitates the inclusion of the recovery-based model of care through out the Department.
  • Oversees, directs and coordinates an adjunct volunteer staff of consumers and family members.
  • Provides leadership to build relationships with consumers, families and community organizations to facilitate consumer involvement in DMH.
  • Oversees grievances and the grievance system and ensures ADA compliance in the provision of services for consumers.

Other Significant Facts

This position requires expertise and comprehensive knowledge of consumer and family affairs including but not limited to:

  • How a recovery oriented public mental health system should be organized;
  • Peer activities and ensuring that peer activities are incorporated into the public mental health system;
  • Providing program leadership and management;
  • Consumer rights and education;
  • Involvement of consumers and family members of the District of Columbia into the Mental Health System’s planning and delivery efforts; and
  • The interrelationship of family/consumer agencies, programs and other groups, which provide services to mentally ill persons and their families; and mental illness, recovery, and self-help.

Where to Apply:

DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH
DIVISION OF HUMAN RESOURCES
64 NEW YORK AVENUE, NE, 5th Floor
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20002
ATTN: Cynthia Hawkins (202) 673-3517
FACSIMILE: (202) 673-4386

Details:

See Vacancy Announcement at http://dmh.dc.gov/dmh/frames.asp?doc=/dmh/lib/dmh/pdf/vacancies/MHA-08-54.pdf (includes links to Department of Mental Health)

ANNOUNCEMENT NO: MHA-08-54
POSITION: Director of Consumer and Family Affairs
POSITION SERIES: MS-301
POSITION GRADE: 14
OPENING DATE: 11/01/07
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
IF “OPEN UNTIL FILLED”
FIRST SCREENING DATE: 11/15/07
(and every two (2) weeks thereafter)
SALARY RANGE: $88,545 - $123,963 Per Annum
WORKSITE: 64 New York Avenue, N.E.
Washington, D.C. 20002
TOUR OF DUTY: 8:15 am – 4:45 pm Monday – Friday
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: None
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Unlimited
AGENCY: DMH/Mental Health Authority
NO. OF VACANCIES: One (1)

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Program Coordinator, Riverside Peer Support Program (MA)

Posted 1/11/2008

Riverside’s Peer Support Program is a unique program that offers opportunities for consumers to provide and receive supports to enhance recovery. The Program Coordinator oversees all aspects of the program’s operations. We are seeking an energetic individual who can work independently to hire, train, and offer guidance to peer support workers; match peer support workers with consumers; comfortably interact with DMH representatives, Riverside staff, and other providers; and participate in agency committees. The ideal candidate is a Certified Peer Specialist, or an individual who has a lived history of recovery in the context of mental illness who has participated in a recognized training for learning how to provide services that promote wellness and recovery.

Requirements:

  • A lived history of recovery in the context of mental illness.
  • An ability to articulate Wellness/Recovery and Empowerment values.
  • Related work experience; supervisory experience preferred.
  • A college degree, or a high school diploma / GED and significant relevant experience.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
  • A driver’s license and car is required. This position is for 20 hours/week; hours will be primarily M – F daytime hours, with some flexibility required to accommodate meetings.

If you are interested contact:

Gregory Plante, Psy.D.
Associate Clinical Director
gplante@riversidecc.org
781-246-2003 ext. 236

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The Transformation Center & M-POWER (MA)

Posted 10/24/07

The Transformation Center is seeking a Director of Operations, a Peer Specialist Program Coordinator and a Latino Peer Support Network Project Director. We are an organization run by and for a diverse community of people with mental health conditions, including those of us with co-occurring addictions recovery needs. We are building an organization that will help the community fully and respectfully welcome people with psychiatric conditions, find out about mental health recovery, learn practical leadership skills, learn about the role of a Peer Specialist in mental health services, increase the transformative impact of peer-operated services, and advocate for realistic solutions in mental health and addictions policy.

For more information about us see: www.m-power.org, www.transformation-center.org (under construction) and www.mamhtransformation.org.

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Director of Operations - The Transformation Center & M-POWER (MA)

Posted 10/24/07

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Director of Operations (DO) is on-site daily and is responsible for oversight of the day-to-day operations of the Transformation Center. The DO supervises the Program Leaders of the Peer Specialist Certification Program, the Leadership Academy, WRAP Facilitation, Recovery Conversations for Providers, Empowered, R& S Initiative, Peer Facilitators, Recovery Network, and Statewide Youth Coordinator. The DO is responsible for ensuring that all contract/grant requirements are being met, monitoring the quality and quantity of work being done, and is responsible for orientation of all new staff and volunteers. The DO oversees the hiring/termination process, although all final hiring/termination decisions rest with the Executive Director. Requires rolling up your sleeves and a people-friendly, skill-building and inclusive approach.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supervision of all Program Leaders;
  • Meet with each Program Leader one-on-one at least twice monthly to provide support and discuss issues specific to their programs;
  • Provide support/mentoring to all Program Leaders to ensure team empowerment and cohesiveness;
  • Work with Program Directors on matters related to staff retention, job descriptions, interviewing , and hiring recommendations;
  • Create and implement an employee/volunteer evaluation system;
  • Create and implement an orientation process for employees/volunteers;
  • Create and implement an employee/volunteer grievance process;
  • Create and implement an employee/volunteer termination process;
  • Recruit and interview applicants for job openings within the organization in order to refer final candidates to ED for hiring;
  • Ensure that all contract/grant requirements are being met including written reports;
  • Monitor quality and quantity of work and take necessary steps to ensure that both remain at satisfactory levels;
  • Oversee space management of Transformation Center and ensure that all staff have specified work space; and
  • Other tasks as may be assigned by the ED.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Certification in non-profit management or relevant degree preferred.

Experience: Five (5) or more years experience with nonprofit organizations, personnel management, policy design and implementation, and supervision of employees. Lived experience as a mental health consumer preferred. Experience working with diverse populations highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated and proven leadership qualities;
  • Knowledge, skills, temperament and ability to train/mentor staff;
  • Knowledge, skills, and ability to create and implement personnel policies;
  • Strong organizational, administrative, communication, and interpersonal skills required;
  • Proficient computer skills with Internet and MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel etc.);
  • Understanding of issues facing mental health consumers and
  • Acceptance of a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, cultural, and spiritual practices.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to frequently or occasionally lift between 10-50 lbs
  • Ability to use office equipment
  • Ability to drive a car

SALARY & BENEFITS - This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week with some flexibility in scheduling. Salary is in low to mid-forties, range based on experience. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, life insurance and vacation and sick leave after successful completion of the introductory period of ninety (90) days.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - The Transformation Center provides equal opportunity for all persons seeking employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.

RESPONSES: Send Resume and Cover Letter to:

Ann Stillman – Administrative Coordinator
M-POWER & The Transformation Center
98 Magazine Street Roxbury, MA 02119
617-442-4111; ann@m-power.org

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Latino Peer Support Network Project Director - The Transformation Center & M-POWER (MA)

Posted 10/24/07

PROJECT DIRECTOR - POSITION SUMMARY
LATINO PEER SUPPORT NETWORK PROJECT

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the general direction of M-POWER’s Executive Director, the appropriate candidate will support state-wide Latino Peer Support infrastructure activities to provide Latinos with mental illness an opportunity to participate in culturally-appropriate peer support models. Position is for 32 hours per week.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Draft and monitor work plan
  • Oversee and implement all project activities
  • Support the work of the Latino Consumer Advisory Board
  • Support the work of project subcommittees
  • Collect data related to SAMSHA GPRA requirements as well as other program data determined necessary for evaluation activities
  • Oversee confidentiality and participant protection protocols
  • Draft all necessary reports and progress updates
  • Monitor the budget and oversee contracts
  • Provide routine updates to Executive Director and participate in routine supervision
  • Ensure coordination and communication across peer support training and network groups
  • Coordinate efforts with Cultural Liaison
  • Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires a degree in human services or related field, and five or more years experience related to community organizing or mental health supports preferred. An understanding of Massachusetts’ peer support networks is preferred. Bilingual and bicultural capabilities is a must. This position requires strong project management skills and partnership building skills. Candidate must have demonstrated the ability to work both independently and well with others. Candidate must be able to effectively integrate work activities led by him/her with a variety of tasks managed by others. Essential skills for this position include the ability to work with diverse stakeholder groups and state agencies, manage contracts, develop and implement work plans, multi-task, and build internal and external relationships. Candidates must have excellent bilingual verbal/written/computer/ internet skills, regular access to a car.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS: No unusual working conditions. Individual will be located in Boston, Worcester or Lawrence and will be required to travel regularly to sites across the state.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

  • Ability to frequently or occasionally lift between 10-50 lbs
  • Ability to use office equipment
  • Ability to drive a car

SALARY RANGE: This is a 32 hour per week position with some flexibility in scheduling. Salary will be based on experience and qualifications and will be no more than $36,000 (32 hours per week). This position is funded by a three-year grant. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, life insurance and vacation and sick leave after successful completion of the introductory period of ninety (90) days.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - The Transformation Center provides equal opportunity for all persons seeking employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.

RESPONSES: Send Resume and Cover Letter to:

Ann Stillman – Administrative Coordinator
M-POWER & The Transformation Center
98 Magazine Street Roxbury, MA 02119
617-442-4111; ann@m-power.org

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