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Senior Vice President of Operations
Mental Health America

A national voluntary health organization with over 300 affiliates throughout the country, Mental Health America (MHA) seeks a highly skilled and motivated individual for the position of Senior Vice President for Operations (SVP).   This position reports to the President/CEO, oversees the day-to-day operations and directs, administers and coordinates the activities of the association in support of policies, goals and objectives established by the President/CEO and the Board of Directors. The SVP serves as second in command of the organization and directs the organization in the absence of the President/CEO.

Specifically, the SVP will have the following responsibilities:  

  • He/she will design and oversee the implementation of policies and processes necessary to manage the organization's current activities and its projected growth, including daily operations, systems, procedures and internal communications.
  • He/she will oversee processes and controls to promote effective communication and information flow within and outside of the organization,
  • He/she will have lead responsibility in developing and overseeing MHA's operating plans and related budgets and will have principal responsibility for assuring their timeliness and quality
  • He/she will oversee the financial development activities of the Association, coordinating corporate and philanthropic fundraising activities with emphasis on the creation of new opportunities for revenue and services
  • He/she will oversee the information technology function of the organization, including websites, databases and the network.
  • He/she will be the principal staff liaison to the Administration Committee of the board and under their direction will have responsibility for financial and investment planning; budgeting/forecasting and oversight of all accounting functions; human resources and administration.
  • He/she will work to sustain a healthy office culture to enhance organizational performance and individual staff professional development
  • He/she will be the principal staff liaison to the Nominating Committee of the board and under their direction will have responsibility for board development and relations.
  • He/she will work collaboratively with the President/CEO in strategic planning.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Served at least 10 years in a senior management position
  • Direct and documented experience in strategic planning, financial management, personnel administration, project management, office management, association legal policies, fund raising and external relations.
  • Familiarity with health, mental health, substance use and human service policies and practices.
  • Direct and documented experience in working with volunteer board of directors and their committees is preferred.  

Compensation is competitive.

MHA values diversity in its staff and programs.  Persons from underrepresented ethnic or racial groups are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Please send cover letter and resume either via e-mail: ameans@mentalhealthamerica.net or conventional mail to David Shern, Ph.D. President and CEO, Mental Health America, 2000 N Beauregard, Suite 600, Alexandria, VA  22311.  Please type "Senior Vice President of Operations" in the subject line of the e-mail.  Mental Health America is an equal opportunity employer.  Recruitment will continue until the position is filled.  The initial candidate pool will be evaluated on April, 30, 2008.

Vice President, Healthcare Reform
Mental Health America

A national voluntary health organization with over 300 affiliates throughout the country, Mental Health America (MHA) seeks a highly motivated individual for the position of Vice President for Health Care Reform. This position reports to the President/CEO, and is responsible for leading the Healthcare Reform Department, which monitors and develops state initiatives impacting health, mental health and substance use conditions. The Department supports the affiliate network in the full range of human service legislation, regulation and policy relevant to behavioral health. He/she will lead state and local advocacy efforts, including national issue campaigns, grassroots training, consultation, policy analysis, and resource development. He/she will work in collaboration with MHA's Federal Affairs Department and staff the organization's Public Policy Committee.

The candidate must have

  • A Master's degree in field relevant to health/behavioral health policy or five years experience in behavioral health/health care policy leadership 
  • Expertise in public policy issues at the federal, state or local level and experience communicating policy information to a broad range of stakeholder audiences
  • An ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups and individuals
  • Demonstrated excellent writing, oral communication and marketing skills to promote the department, programs, and organization to external partners
  • Ability to provide strategic leadership to multiple projects through conceptualizing and managing the implementation of multi-year strategic objectives
  • Ability to infuse quality customer service principals to serving MHA affiliates in their public policy and advocacy efforts 
  • Demonstrated management skills and at least five years supervisory experience
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on team projects
  • Demonstrated success in fund raising
  • A clear commitment to diversity as evidenced by an ability to recruit and work cooperatively with diverse groups and individuals

Please send cover letter and resume either via e-mail: ameans@mentalhealthamerica.net or conventional mail to David Shern, Ph.D. President and CEO, Mental Health America, 2000 N Beauregard, Suite 600, Alexandria, VA 22311. Please type "Vice President of Healthcare Reform" in the subject line of the e-mail. No phone calls please. EOE.

Senior Director, Consumer Advocacy
Mental Health America

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.

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.

Director of Publications
Mental Health America

Join one of the nation's leading mental health organization's Communications team. Direct day-to-day operations of organization's publications functions, including newsletters, brand image and publication review and production process. Maintain consistent editorial voice, design, and clear and consistent messaging across all materials, including web-based and electronically-delivered communications. Write and edit newsletters, feature articles, promotional material and other publications and communications. Report to the Vice President of Communications.

Requirements:
Bachelor's in communications, journalism and/or English. Minimum of 7-10 years experience in management of print and Web-based publications. At least 3-5 years of supervisory experience. Excellent editorial, writing, design skills. Superb project management, particularly with frequent deadlines. Well-versed in AP style and strong attention to detail. Background or familiarity in mental health issues a plus. Position is full-time and located in Northern Virginia.

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

Manager, Consumer Advocacy
Mental Health America

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

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent and lived 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 and travel out of state.

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

Manager, Information Technology
Mental Health America

This position will provide computer help desk support to the MHA staff.  The position will also assist the MHA Senior Director, Information Technology in performing software and hardware installation and maintaining a quick and efficient network. 

Essential Duties:

  • Provide technical support and advice to help a staff of 40 users effectively utilize computer software and hardware within a dynamic multi-platform environment.
  • Rollout new computers for new employee setup.
  • Install and configure hardware devices on personal computers.
  • Assist with technical support for MHA Content, Database, HTML and Scripting
  • Other duties as assigned.

Secondary Duties:

  • Assist in maintaining MHA hardware and software.
  • Assist in the organization of the IS&T department including establishing and/or maintaining software libraries and service logs.
  • Ensure users' efficient and effective utilization of applications and equipment by providing personal tutorials, developing guidelines for product use, and providing self-help instructions and diagnostics.
  • Assist in server maintenance.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:  The individual must be proficient and have experience in troubleshooting problems and errors in the Windows XP Professional operating system.  The individual must be proficient in Microsoft Office 2003 and know basic network support for an XP Professional environment. Java, and CGI Script is a plus but not required.

Education:  Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university preferred.  Certification in the following preferred:

  • A++
  • Supporting Windows XP Professional
  • Microsoft Office Suite Advanced User (Excel, Word, Access) 2003

Experience:  One year supporting users in a Windows 2003 server environment (references needed).

Other Qualities: Individual must be friendly and comfortable working in a team environment.  Good "customer service" skills are a must.  Individual must be comfortable dealing with tight deadlines, take initiative and self-manage time.  Professional appearance required. Experience with Convio a plus.

Physical abilities: Some light to medium lifting required.  Ability to use standard tools required.

Position is full time and located in Northern Virginia. Please send cover letter/letter of interest and resume via e-mail to jobs@mentalhealthamerica.net.  Please type "Manager, Information Systems" in the subject line of the e-mail.  No phone calls please.  EOE.

Health Writer
Mental Health America

Support mental health education by writing fact sheets, brochures, website content and other publications for various audiences, including consumers and health care providers. Identifies and works with experts, such as healthcare providers and researchers, to review materials. Collaborates with graphic designer to produce printed and online materials.

Requirements:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Health Education, Public Health, Writing or related discipline and a minimum of 5 years health-related writing and editing experience required. Prefer writing and research experience on mental health issues. Understanding of health literacy. Position requires the ability to create work products within established deadlines in a production-oriented environment.

Please send cover letter/letter of interest and resume via e-mail to jobs@mentalhealthamerica.net. Please type "Health Writer" in the subject line of the e-mail. No phone calls please. EOE

Project Coordinator, Administration
Mental Health America

Join one of the nation's leading mental health organizations. Candidate will support all functions of the Administration Department. Process all incoming cash receipt deposits, including checks and credit cards. Enter deposits into cash receipts database and accounting software. Answer phones and complete receptionist duties. Candidate will assist in special projects as needed.

Requirements:
High school degree or related experience. Attention to detail and organizational skills a must.

Position is part-time and located in Northern Virginia. Candidate will work 12-5pm on T, W, & TH of each week. Position is paid hourly and no benefits are offered.

Please send cover letter/letter of interest and resume via e-mail to jobs@mentalhealthamerica.net. Please type "Coordinator, Administration" in the subject line of the e-mail. No phone calls please. EOE

Communications Director 
Mental Health America of Texas

The Communications Director is accountable for the overall marketing and positioning of Mental Health America of Texas and public education about mental health and related issues across the state. The Communications Director is responsible for developing, delivering and monitoring publications and programs, messages and other materials, and coordinates educational campaigns and initiatives to promote mental health. The Communications Director is responsible for providing high quality mental health information to enable Mental Health America of Texas to be the primary source for mental health education and information and to educate the public, media personnel, state policymakers and allied professionals about mental health issues. Download the complete job description pdf

 

President/CEO
Mental Health America of Wisconsin  

Mental Health America of Wisconsin (MHA) is seeking a new President/CEO as our current and esteemed President, Martha Rasmus, is retiring following 25 years with the organization. We are inviting you to assist the organization in our effort to fill this important leadership position and join us in building a state wide vision to advance the understanding of mental health needs and responses.

Mental Health America of Wisconsin is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping all people live mentally healthier lives across the entire state. MHA represents a growing movement of Americans who promote mental wellness for the health and well-being of the nation - everyday and in times of crisis. MHA's mission remains to promote mental health, prevent mental disorders and achieve victory over mental illness through advocacy, education, information and support.

If you or someone you know has the skills and talent to lead Mental Health America of Wisconsin we would like to hear from you. Please download the job announcement or e-mail to MHA@leadingtransitions.com. The deadline to apply for this position is May 2, 2008.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Montana Mental Health Association

Background:
The Montana Mental Health Association (MMHA) is a state-wide organization which educates and advocates for mental health. For over 60 years, MMHA has been dedicated to increasing understanding about mental health, encouraging and supporting early intervention and treatment of mental illness, improving healthcare for persons with mental illnesses, and preserving the rights of mental health consumers and their families. MMHA is an affiliate of Mental Health America, and has local affiliate chapters in Great Falls and in Sheridan, Sweet Grass, Stillwater and Daniels Counties. The Association has ongoing education programs, advocacy efforts, public awareness campaigns, and programs to assist people with mental illness in their recovery.

Scope of Work:
The Executive Director manages and directs all operations of this statewide nonprofit organization, with leadership and direction provided by a 15 member Board of Directors. Successful applicants will have strong communication, management and leadership skills, and a proven work history in the areas of fundraising, advocacy, coalition building and community outreach. He/She will be able to develop and implement fundraising efforts (both grants and private donations from individuals and corporations), supervise staff and programs, generate statewide earned media, create and monitor budgets and work well with diverse individuals and groups. The Executive Director also works with the board to develop a public policy platform, and advocates for mental health in the Montana Legislature. The Executive Director reports to the President of the Board, and his/her direct reports currently include a full-time program director; a .75 FTE administrative assistant; and a VISTA volunteer. This position is based in Bozeman and the successful applicant should expect to work a full-time schedule with frequent travel around Montana. Occasional out-of-state travel is also required.

Requirements:
A bachelor's degree required, with a master's degree in business, public, healthcare or nonprofit administration preferred. Minimum of 5 - 8 years experience in non-profit management, with 1 - 3 years as senior management preferred. Applicant must demonstrate successful track record in grant-writing and fundraising. Experience in public policy advocacy desired. Knowledge of mental health issues preferred. Strong written and oral communication skills are essential. EOE. Salary commensurate with experience.

To Apply:
Send a resume, cover letter, three professional references (including at least one from a supervisor), salary requirements and a writing sample by April 14th, 2008 to:

Dennis C. Alexander, Interim Director, Montana Mental Health Association
P.O. Box 88, Bozeman, MT 59771, or email to dennis@montanamentalhealth.org.

 

Coordinator, Teen Suicide Prevention Project
Mental Health America of Hawai`i

Position Half-time
Salary: $23,000 (FTE = $46,000) plus benefits
Available: March 2008

The purpose of the Teen Suicide Prevention Project is to reduce adolescent suicide and suicide attempts by developing training and educational materials that will improve the ability of peers, youth program providers, and the public to identify and intervene with depressed and suicidal adolescents. These materials will be developed in collaboration with faith-based institutions and programs serving at-risk youth, and will be test-marketed with faith-based institutions (Sunday School classes, youth groups, youth ministers, congregation members, etc.). Project is funded for 12 months.

Responsibilities:
Oversee focus group research into adolescent (9th-12th grade) attitudes about depression and suicide
recruit focus group participants from programs serving at-risk youth as well as from faith-based institutions (separate groups)
develop scripts with focus group facilitation vender
Develop materials by recruiting, convening, and coordinating a workgroup comprised of youth members; experts in mental health, suicide prevention/intervention, and public education/training; and faith-based youth representatives -- youth group leaders, youth ministers, lay leaders, and Sunday School teachers.
With guidance from workgroup, develop training curriculum for those who work with youth in faith-based organizations; educational presentations for high school Sunday School classes and youth groups; and awareness campaign materials for congregations.
Present these materials to faith-based organizations on Oahu for pilot testing and evaluation.

Desired Qualifications:
1. Experience working directly with at-risk adolescents, or adolescents suffering from mental health problems.
2. Familiarity with faith-based community.
3. Experience in developing educational materials - training curricula, youth educational presentations, and awareness campaign materials
4. Ability to handle meeting coordination, minutes taking, and other logistics
5. Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
6. Tenacity and perseverance
7. Excellent communication skills, including good writing skills
8. Excellent computer skills
9. Administrative competence, well organized
10. Understanding of how to build in evaluation components to assess effectiveness
11. Ability to motivate others
12. Ability to work independently
13. There are no minimum educational qualifications.

Deadline/submission: Please EMAIL resume and cover letter to Marya Grambs, Executive Director, at mgrambs@mentalhealth-hi.org Position open until filled.

Coordinator, Invisible Children's Project
Mental Health America of Hawai`i

Position: Half-time
Salary: $23,000, with benefits
Available: January 2008

The purpose of the Invisible Children's Project is to identify parents who have serious mental health problems and connect them to resources, in order to reduce abuse, neglect, and trauma for children in these families.

Responsibilities:
Oversee Planning and Design of Invisible Children's Project by recruiting, convening, and coordinating a stakeholder group comprised of adult mental health providers and related agencies (child abuse, children's mental health, peer support, respite care, parenting training, insurance providers, insurers, etc.) and consumers
Develop detailed program implementation plan that includes training of case managers and development of appropriate resources or MOUs, where needed
Pending Phase 2 funding, develop training curriculum for case managers and other mental health providers that will give them the skills to screen, assess, and link parents to resources
Oversee training and provision of services
Evaluate effectiveness of program

Desired Qualifications:

  1. Familiarity with how mental health services are delivered in Hawai`i - state government, public-private partnership, insurance providers, case management
  2. Comfort with and ability to relate to top-level agency managers - i.e., can function as a peer with mental health leaders
  3. Clinical experience working directly with adults or children who have mental health/substance abuse problems, and/or working in the field of child abuse prevention
  4. Experience training clinical staff, and facility in curriculum development
  5. Ability to handle meeting coordination, minutes taking, and other logistics
  6. Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
  7. Tenacity and perseverance
  8. Excellent communication skills, including good writing skills
  9. Excellent computer skills
  10. Administrative competence, well organized
  11. Understanding of how to build in evaluation components to assess effectiveness
  12. Ability to motivate others

Deadline: Please send resume and cover letter to Marya Grambs, Executive Director, mgrambs@mentalhealth-hi.org. Position open until filled.

Development Director
Mental Health Association of Greater St. Louis

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Development Director is responsible for most activities that generate non-governmental revenues including individual and planned giving programs, major gifts, corporate sponsorships, special events, capital campaigns, donor cultivation, donor retention, and donor upgrades with an emphasis on membership development and planned giving.  The Development Director will work closely with staff and board members responsible for the Spirit of St. Louis Gala and grant writing.

JOB ROLES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Director of Development designs a comprehensive fund raising program to achieve the Association's long-term and short-term objectives. Major Responsibilities:

  1. Create an annual fund-raising strategic plan to include goals, strategies and an implementation plan, and monitor its results.
  2. Develop a case statement.
  3. Develop and maintain donor database.
  4. Oversee development of all agency public relations and marketing materials including website, annual report, newsletters and brochures.
  5. Develop program to introduce mission of MHA to larger community through informational tours and visits to the agency.
  6. Create a signature fundraising event in May that does not affect the SOS Gala.
  7. Develop plan to identify, recruit, solicit, and retain new donors, including leadership gifts.
  8. Develop and manage the Association's individual direct mail and major gift programs.
  9. Identify and research business and foundation prospects appropriate to the Association's mission and programs, cultivate relationships, assist in preparing proposals and employ appropriate follow-up strategies.
  10. Maintain prospect and donor records system.
  11. Assist the Executive Director and the Board of Directors in preparing for a possible Capital Campaign.
  12. Support Executive Director's advocacy work and provide assistance as requested with press conferences, rallies and public meetings.
  13. Develop annual membership level donors.
  14. Perform other fund development-related tasks as requested by the Executive Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University.
  2. Five or more years' of development experience with individual and institutional donors.
  3. Planned giving, proposal writing, direct mail, special events, public relations, communications, data base management, and staff supervision.  
  4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; confidence in communicating across a wide variety of platforms, including telephone, online, written, and in-person solicitations and presentations.
  5. Strong information technology skills with MS Word, Excel, MS PowerPoint, and database management applications; understanding fund raising software is a plus.
  6. Familiarity with scope and breadth of mental health issues. 
  7. CFRE preferred, not required.
  8. Decisive, responsible, dependable, detail-oriented, motivated and results-oriented.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:  Applications may be made in confidence to: 

James E. House, II
Executive Director
Mental Health Association of Greater St. Louis
1905 South Grand Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63104-1542
Fax: 314-773-5930
HouseJEH@aol.com

Program Coordinator
Mental Health Association of San Francisco

The Program Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating MHA-SF's education and training programs including the Institute on Compulsive Hoarding and Cluttering program (ICHC) which includes planning annual conference, trainings for service providers, coordination of city-wide task force on hoarding, support groups, and public workshops on compulsive hoarding and other educational programming focused on housing and supportive housing advocacy. The Program Coordinator will strive to reduce eviction and homelessness and improve the quality of life for individuals with mental illness who are formerly or at risk of homelessness and may be struggling with compulsive hoarding.

Read the full job description at http://mha-sf.org/opportunities/employment.cfm.

Management - Senior Executive Service (SES)
Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS), Office of Behavior Health and Housing 

The Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS), Office of Behavior Health and Housing offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401(k) and 457 retirement plans; PERA (Public Employees Retirement Account): health/life/dental insurance; and paid holidays, sick, and vacation time.

Notice: The Senior Executive Service (SES) is an alternative performance-based pay plan authorized by statute, C.R.S. 24-50-104 (5) (c); salary is negotiable through an annual contract but cannot exceed $11,390 per month (as of July 1, 2007). This position will be hired under a Residency Waiver, so you do not have to be a State of Colorado resident to apply.

The Office of Behavioral Health and Housing (OBHH) is responsible for policy development, service coordination, program monitoring, evaluation and administrative oversight for Behavioral Health Services (Division of Mental Health and Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division), the two Colorado Mental Health Institutes at Ft. Logan and Pueblo, and the Supportive Housing and Homeless Programs. OBHH develops and administers multiple collaborative programs among OBHH agencies, other offices within the Department of Human Services, and other state and local agencies, such as Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF), judicial and County Departments of Social/Human Services. This employment opportunity is for an executive level manager.

Duties: This SES Management position exists to plan, direct and implement the major programs incorporated into the Office of Behavioral Health and Housing (OBHH). It is the responsibility of this position to initiate and develop policies, plans, program direction and evaluation projects that impact the overall direction and function of the Office and Department. Based on these decisions, staff within the department and community services develop and implement broad programs, practices and guidelines, and contract oversight. This position is responsible oversight and coordination, holding the Divisions and Institutes to budget and programmatic standards. It promotes coordination with the rest of the Department and other state agencies. The position manages approximately 1350 FTE and a budget of approximately $202 million.

Minimum qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral science, public or health care administration. Six years of progressively responsible professional experience managing a complex health care organization which included establishing goals and objectives and developing and managing a budget to achieve program goals. The 6 years of experience must include 2 years supervision of professional second level managers and strategic planning and budget management of a major multiple unit organization (CEO Level).

Highly Desirable: Sophisticated verbal and written communication skills, and experience with the legislative process and forensics is highly desirable. Experience in health care reform and the development or integration of mental health programs is highly desirable. Specifically the integration of mental health and drug and alcohol programs and the development of community based mental health care is preferred. Expert level federal funding experience is highly desirable. Experience or knowledge of foundations and grants and the marketing and education of mental health organizations and/or substance abuse is preferred. The preferred candidate has experience in change management from a large organizational perspective. An advanced degree is preferred.

Substitutions: A combination of work experience in public administration or management, which provided the same kind, amount, and level of knowledge acquired in the required education, may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the bachelor's degree, but may not substitute for the minimum qualification 6 years of specific experience listed above.

The final group of candidates will be asked to authorize a complete investigation of background by whatever legal means deemed appropriate by the Office of the Governor or relevant appointing authority. Such information may include, but is not limited to:
1. Official transcripts and other records from all educational institutions from which a degree was received;
2. All employment records from every current and former employer;
3. Complete and accurate records of all of financial transactions with financial institutions, including, but not limited to, internal banking memoranda, past and present loan applications, financial statements and any other documents relating to personal and business financial records in whatever form and wherever located;
4. A complete and accurate record of any and all federal and state tax information or records.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: All applicants MUST COMPLETE the official State of Colorado application form, including current DHS employees. Your current and/or previous employers within the past 10 years at a minimum must be listed on your job application (most recent in descending order) even if the job duties are unrelated to the position vacancy. Use additional sheets if necessary. Incomplete employer information (address, phone number, and supervisor) or omission of former employers may result in disqualification of your application.

Former employees of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination are not eligible to work for CDHS.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado application form, but may be attached to your completed application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. Late application will not be accepted.

Applications are a part of the selection process. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position duties and minimum requirements. The application may be used in the exam process. Attach additional pages to your application if necessary to fully explain your experience and accomplishments. Failure to include the required information and/or documents by the application deadline may result in your application not being considered for the position. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Your application will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. If your application does not demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements, you will not be considered for this position. You will be notified of the results of the application review. If your application is rejected and you disagree, you may contact Christina Wujek at 303-866-7181. You must contact this office within five days of the date you receive the notice of rejection of your application.

If you still do not agree with the decision concerning your qualifications, you have the right to have your application rejection reviewed by the Department of Personnel and Administration, Division of Human Resources. Your request for review and the Colorado State Personnel Director's Appeals/Dispute Form must be received within 10 days from your receipt of the notice of rejection of your application. To request this review you must include: 1) Job title; 2) Agency involved; 3) Name of the agency representative spoken to during informal resolution attempts; 4) Date(s) of the conversation(s); 5) Specific issue(s); 6) Reasons it is believed the decision was arbitrary, capricious, or contrary to rule or law. This request for review should be directed to: Department of Personnel and Administration, Division of Human Resources, Appeals Unit, 1313 Sherman Street, First Floor, Denver, CO 80203.

How To Apply:
(for the official announcement, application and exam materials, contact Christina Wujek at christina.wujek@state.co.us or 303-866-7181.)
A complete application packet must include a(n):
1. Official State of Colorado Application for Announced Vacancy and Demographic Information Form
2. Vita or resume that details a chronological listing of applicable work history (will not be accepted in lieu of the application)
3. Response to the written exam
4. Completed Disqualification and Appeal Rights form

Submit all documents by 5:00 PM on the closing date to 3550 W. Oxford Ave, Room B202, Denver, CO 80236, Attn: Christina Wujek. For additional information, contact Christina Wujek at 303-866-7181 or http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/farcry/navajo/mail:christina.wujek@state.co.us. If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation for the exam process, please contact Christina Wujek at 303-866-7181.

Infant & Toddler New Parent Support Program Advocates for Army's New Parent Support Program

Strategic Resources, Inc. (SRI), a dynamic, international, ISO 9001:2000 certified firm, headquartered in McLean, VA, employs individuals worldwide to provide quality service and support to the U.S. Army and other Defense and civilian agencies.

We are looking for Infant and Toddler New Parent Support Program Advocates for the Army's New Parent Support Program to play a significant role in helping military families cope with the stresses of Army life at CONUS and OCONUS installations.

Qualifications: Knowledge of military family lifestyles, two years experience with child abuse and/or mental health as a Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist or Nurse, and a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited university or nursing program and a current non-restrictive license.

Immediate Availability at the Following Army Installations:

CONUS: Fort G. Meade, Fort Drum, Fort Eustis, Fort Lee, Fort Rucker, Fort Benning, Fort Gordon, Fort Stewart, Fort Bragg, Fort Knox, Fort Jackson, Fort Campbell, Yuma Proving Ground, Fort Huachuca, Fort Irwin, Fort Polk, Fort Sill, Fort Bliss, Fort Hood, Fort Sam Houston, Fort Wainwright, Fort Richardson, Schofield Barracks, Fort Carson, Fort Leavenworth, Fort Riley, Fort Leonard Wood and Fort Lewis.

OCONUS: Baumholder- H. D. Smith Barracks, Friedberg, Grafenwohr, Kaiserslautern, Katterbach Kaserne (Ansbach), Mannheim, Schweinfurt Ledward Barracks, Vilseck, Vicenza, Camp Casey Tongduchon and Yongsan, Korea.

How Do I Apply?

Please email your resume to aabernathy.con@sri-hq.com or send to Angela Abernathy, Recruiter, Strategic Resources, Inc., 7927 Jones Branch Drive, Suite 600W, McLean, VA 22102.

Attorney
Hawaii Disability Rights Center

The Hawaii Disability Rights Center (HDRC) is the designated Protection and Advocacy (P&A) System for Hawaii's estimated 180,000 residents with disabilities. As such, the Center provides legal services to people with all disabilities, and on a wide range of civil and legal rights issues, including but not limited to care and treatment, education, employment, housing, justice and entitlements.

HDRC is currently recruiting an attorney to specialize in mental health issues, particularly as they relate to the high incidence of people with mental illness in the court, detention and corrections systems. Issues of particular interest: (1) People with mental illness receive no mental health services while incarcerated in the state's prison system; (2) people with mental illness are denied their right to timely adjudication while they wait for Fitness to Proceed evaluations; and (3) Hawaii has the second highest number of people on Conditional Release in the nation. How are people with disabilities affected by this status?

Skills Sought: Experienced litigator in civil rights issues; knowledge (or willingness to learn) mental health issues; must be able to assess and prioritize the legal needs of people with disabilities in Hawaii, pursue legal remedies, and manage the minutiae of litigation; must be a team player, willing to work collaboratively with other attorneys and advocates on individual and class issues affecting people with disabilities.

Must be licensed to practice law in Hawaii.

HDRC provides excellent benefits: Vacation leave, 13 paid holidays each year, sick leave, long term care disability insurance, life insurance, medical and dental insurance, pretax savings program and a SEP retirement plan (starts on the 25th month of employment; wholly owned; 10% of salary contributed by employer).


Open recruitment until position is filled.
Submit resume and references to:
Gary L. Smith, President
HAWAII DISABILITY RIGHTS CENTER
900 Fort Street Mall, Ste, 1040, Honolulu, HI 96813
Gary@HawaiiDisabilityRights.org

CitiWide Harm Reduction
Executive Director

Organization
Established in 1995, CitiWide Harm Reduction, Inc. (CWHR) is a New York City-based organization that provides a continuum of outreach, assistance and care for marginalized communities.   New York City has arguably one of the largest concentrations for the twin epidemics of HIV infection and injecting drug use.  CitiWide seeks to combat these issues at many levels, offering services which include essential human services, mental wellness, health services, housing and prevention education.  Through CWHR's outreach efforts and partnerships, the organization seeks to proactively fill the gaps that exist among many of the traditional treatment settings. 

Citiwide is involved in a wide variety of policy, program, and funding relationships to reduce the harms related to poverty, homelessness, and drug use for individuals and communities in New York City.  From the drop-in center, to the proactive outreach on the streets of the Bronx, to home-based services offered in Single Room Occupancy (SRO) hotels - CWHR offers activities and services for integrated prevention and care. Harm reduction services include outreach, syringe exchange, condoms and other prevention materials, education, counseling and medical triage.  CitiWide also offers two peer education training programs grounded in a holistic HIV prevention formula. 

CWHR has a $3.2 million operating budget, a staff of 40+ and serves several thousand at risk individuals through their many services.   For more information, please visit CWHR's web site at http://www.citiwidehr.org/

Position
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for overall management of the agency, which s/he carries out with an active and highly competent staff and a committed Board of Directors.  The role requires an individual with exceptional operations, capital raising and business leadership skills, encompassing activities which range from strategic planning and budgeting to facilities management and advocacy.  The executive director must place an ongoing emphasis on continually identifying best practices, supporting inherent cultural strengths and anticipating growth's impact on processes.  The director must immerse themselves in CWHR's programs, build strong bonds with the team and take ownership of CWHR's ongoing success, displaying a passion for the mission and serving as the agency's champion to all sectors.

Responsibilities
The Executive Director's must be vigilant in regards to fundraising, grant management and other capital generating activities; s/he must be absolutely aware of the tight bond between funds received and continued delivery or expanded services.   In addition to overseeing all aspects of the programs, fundraising and day-to-day leadership, the Executive Director must maintain close relationships with government agencies, foundation and corporate donors, elected officials, individual donors, program and research partners.  S/he is responsible managing a complex stream of capital, with the business savvy to manage the contracting/reporting process, especially in light of ever-increasing performance metrics.  The Executive Director is responsible for ensuring that the organization has the resources it needs to accomplish its objectives, and for establishing, implementing and maintaining effective programming and administrative operations.  Ultimately, the successful leader will be responsible for identifying new funding sources to sustain and expand the agency's programmatic activities and initiatives. 

In addition, the Executive Director will serve as the primary spokesperson and represent CWHR to the community.  This executive must generate respect for her/his leadership at all levels, understanding the audience being addressed and communicating an effective, tailored message that displays a genuine understanding of their respective needs.   From facilities utilization to media point person, this Executive Director must assume leadership for the agency with passion and conviction.  Specific goals to keep in sight include:

  • Prepare a strategic business plan and budget, both immediate and longer term, making certain the organization operates within budget guidelines and funding realities, ensuring smooth cash flow and meeting all corporate obligations.
  • Personally and with necessary staff, aggressively pursue multiple channels of fundraising, to both solidify and expand service delivery.
  • Recruit, lead, motivate and mentor the team to support organizational goals. Effectively communicate CWHR's progress against its plan, achieving consensus on vision and plans for Citiwide.
  • Be a visible, approachable leader and continually look to upgrade employee benefits and technology support, creating a work environment that will promote a positive morale and employee retention, lead to a more effective delivery of services and build upon the culture and values inherent.
  • Ensure that participants are receiving the highest quality of services by continued enhancement of programmatic excellence. Build relationships that contribute to program evolution to meet the needs of program p

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