05-18-2005, 08:58 PM
I have received these job openings, I think it is a positive move if people on the spectrum can get jobs working in mental health in order to bring valuable experience, knowledge and understanding to the jobs.
Development & Strategic Alliances
Foundation Director
The National Mental Health Association is seeking a highly motivated Director to lead its foundation activities. This person will outreach to contacts, draft grants, and manage program staff teams as they develop content for proposals. The successful candidate will have working contacts, as well as a successful record of accomplishment of securing meetings and funds. A bachelor’s degree, as well as excellent writing, communication and management skills, and a minimum of eight years of relevant job experience are required. Skills in MS Office, Raisers Edge, Access, and Publisher are a plus. Excellent starting pay and benefits offered. Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to, Attn: MG, P.O. Box 16810, Alexandria, VA 22302-0810, fax 703-684-5968, or email: jobs@nmha.org. No phone calls. EOE
Prevention and Public Education (Adults)
Program Director
Manages day-to-day operations of national educational programs that address the mental health needs of the public, workplace and adults/older adults living with mental illness. Develops program plans, proposals, reports, and educational materials in all media. Manages relationships with relevant partners. Helps disseminate, promote, and apply prevention research. Conducts research on relevant topic areas. Provides technical assistance and participates in training for affiliates. Plans and executes special events and other activities, and performs other projects as needed. Responds to relevant media inquiries, upon request. Utilizes cultural competence and health literacy techniques in all efforts. Requirements: 3-5 years experience in consumer health communications, social marketing, or public relations a must. Masters degree in public health, psychology, social work, or related field preferred. Candidate must have thorough understanding and expertise in the field of prevention. Excellent starting pay and benefits offered. Send resume and writing sample to: NMHA, Attn: JR, P.O. Box 16810, Alexandria, VA 22302-0810, or fax: 703-684-5968, or email: jobs@nmha.org No phone calls please. EOE .
Internship Opportunities
The National Mental Health Association, a nonprofit organization addressing all aspects of mental health and mental illness, is seeking undergraduate and graduate students for its internship program. The program is designed to provide a unique opportunity for students to gain real-world work experience relevant to their academic and career goals. Internships are available in various programs and departments. Such as: Fundraising/Development, NAMHPAC, NCSTAC, Service and Policy Center, World Federation, Communications/Media and Publications Sales. See the internship program section of this web site for more details or to apply online. Other application options include sending a resume to NMHA/JDS, 2001 N. Beauregard Street, Alexandria, VA 22311, a fax to (703) 684-5968, or an e-mail interns@nmha.org. No phone calls please. EOE
NMHA Affiliate Employment Opportunities
Executive Director
Mental Health Association in Illinois
The Mental Health Association in Illinois (MHAI) is looking for an Executive Director. The Executive Director leads a passionate advocacy and educational organization. The Executive Director is the face and voice of MHAI to donors, legislators, mental health professionals, the National Mental Health Association and other groups, as well as the community at large. The Executive Director reports directly to the MHAI Board of Directors.
Key Competencies/Skills
* Ability to articulate a vision for MHAI, establish and execute plans in accordance with the vision
* Capacity to build relationships across a broad spectrum of individuals and organizations, both internally and externally
* Ability to build coalitions across organizations for more effective advocacy
* Persuasiveness – able to convince donors and key constituents of importance of mental health services, as well as ability to sell ideas to a strong staff and engaged Board of Directors
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Exceptional listening skills
Required Experience:
· Non-profit experience
· Substantial fund-raising experience
· Staff management experience
· Budget management experience
Respondents who honestly want to make a difference in changing the stigma of mental health and in helping individuals in the Illinois mental health community are especially welcome to apply.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and salary expectations to:
Search Committee
c/o MHAI
188 W. Randolph Street, Suite 2225
Chicago, IL 60601
Or via email as a Word document to: MHAISearch@hotmail.com
EOE/M/F/D/V
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Updated May 4, 2005
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National Mental Health Association
2001 N. Beauregard Street, 12th Floor
Alexandria, VA 22311
Phone 703/684-7722
Fax 703/684-5968
Mental Health Resource Center 800/969-NMHA
TTY Line 800/433-5959
Development & Strategic Alliances
Foundation Director
The National Mental Health Association is seeking a highly motivated Director to lead its foundation activities. This person will outreach to contacts, draft grants, and manage program staff teams as they develop content for proposals. The successful candidate will have working contacts, as well as a successful record of accomplishment of securing meetings and funds. A bachelor’s degree, as well as excellent writing, communication and management skills, and a minimum of eight years of relevant job experience are required. Skills in MS Office, Raisers Edge, Access, and Publisher are a plus. Excellent starting pay and benefits offered. Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to, Attn: MG, P.O. Box 16810, Alexandria, VA 22302-0810, fax 703-684-5968, or email: jobs@nmha.org. No phone calls. EOE
Prevention and Public Education (Adults)
Program Director
Manages day-to-day operations of national educational programs that address the mental health needs of the public, workplace and adults/older adults living with mental illness. Develops program plans, proposals, reports, and educational materials in all media. Manages relationships with relevant partners. Helps disseminate, promote, and apply prevention research. Conducts research on relevant topic areas. Provides technical assistance and participates in training for affiliates. Plans and executes special events and other activities, and performs other projects as needed. Responds to relevant media inquiries, upon request. Utilizes cultural competence and health literacy techniques in all efforts. Requirements: 3-5 years experience in consumer health communications, social marketing, or public relations a must. Masters degree in public health, psychology, social work, or related field preferred. Candidate must have thorough understanding and expertise in the field of prevention. Excellent starting pay and benefits offered. Send resume and writing sample to: NMHA, Attn: JR, P.O. Box 16810, Alexandria, VA 22302-0810, or fax: 703-684-5968, or email: jobs@nmha.org No phone calls please. EOE .
Internship Opportunities
The National Mental Health Association, a nonprofit organization addressing all aspects of mental health and mental illness, is seeking undergraduate and graduate students for its internship program. The program is designed to provide a unique opportunity for students to gain real-world work experience relevant to their academic and career goals. Internships are available in various programs and departments. Such as: Fundraising/Development, NAMHPAC, NCSTAC, Service and Policy Center, World Federation, Communications/Media and Publications Sales. See the internship program section of this web site for more details or to apply online. Other application options include sending a resume to NMHA/JDS, 2001 N. Beauregard Street, Alexandria, VA 22311, a fax to (703) 684-5968, or an e-mail interns@nmha.org. No phone calls please. EOE
NMHA Affiliate Employment Opportunities
Executive Director
Mental Health Association in Illinois
The Mental Health Association in Illinois (MHAI) is looking for an Executive Director. The Executive Director leads a passionate advocacy and educational organization. The Executive Director is the face and voice of MHAI to donors, legislators, mental health professionals, the National Mental Health Association and other groups, as well as the community at large. The Executive Director reports directly to the MHAI Board of Directors.
Key Competencies/Skills
* Ability to articulate a vision for MHAI, establish and execute plans in accordance with the vision
* Capacity to build relationships across a broad spectrum of individuals and organizations, both internally and externally
* Ability to build coalitions across organizations for more effective advocacy
* Persuasiveness – able to convince donors and key constituents of importance of mental health services, as well as ability to sell ideas to a strong staff and engaged Board of Directors
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Exceptional listening skills
Required Experience:
· Non-profit experience
· Substantial fund-raising experience
· Staff management experience
· Budget management experience
Respondents who honestly want to make a difference in changing the stigma of mental health and in helping individuals in the Illinois mental health community are especially welcome to apply.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and salary expectations to:
Search Committee
c/o MHAI
188 W. Randolph Street, Suite 2225
Chicago, IL 60601
Or via email as a Word document to: MHAISearch@hotmail.com
EOE/M/F/D/V
back to top
Updated May 4, 2005
Contact Us | User Agreement & Privacy Policy
National Mental Health Association
2001 N. Beauregard Street, 12th Floor
Alexandria, VA 22311
Phone 703/684-7722
Fax 703/684-5968
Mental Health Resource Center 800/969-NMHA
TTY Line 800/433-5959