On Our Own of Prince George's County
Program Director
On Our Own of Prince George's County, Hyattsville, Maryland, United States, 20780
Position : Executive Director of peer-operated Wellness and Recovery Center in Hyattsville, Maryland; Full Time (40 hours per week – Exempt Position)
On Our Own of Prince George's County (OOOPG) is a non-profit peer support program staffed by those with lived experience who support others with mental health and/or substance use needs. Our Peer Wellness and Recovery Center (WRC) location in Hyattsville, MD provides an accepting, safe and supportive space to heal and connect with others who understand. OOOPG is an affiliate of On Our Own of Maryland, Inc.’s network of peer-operated Wellness & Recovery Organizations (WRO).
The Executive Director (ED) oversees the daily operations and supervises staff who engage with and assist the peer members visiting the WRC and lead the delivery of individual support services, groups, trainings and activities.
The ED interprets the needs of the program, presents recommendations on policy and protocol to the Board of Directors (BoD), and recruits, develops, and supervises a knowledgeable staff.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinate activities and programs as determined by grant(s) from the Local Behavioral Health Authority (LBHA), other funding authorities, and the organization’s Strategic Plan.
Honor and adhere to the Mission of the organization.
Produce reports for the LBHA and other funding authorities in a timely manner.
Assist the Board of Directors in establishing annual goals and priorities (Strategic Planning), and during Board/Committee meetings.
Oversee the financial and budget information on behalf of the organization. Interact with accountant and auditor to assure all the required financial reports be developed for the Board and the funding agent in a timely manner. Work with accountant to assure budget modifications, revenue and expenses are handled appropriately.
Hire, train, lead, and serve as a role-model/mentor for staff that have various duties to meet the needs of the Organization.
Develop and maintain strong administrative functions of Policies and Procedures, technical operations, social networks, mail, phones, newsletter, shopping, supervising, and maintenance work.
Attend pertinent meetings and trainings, and collaborate with local and state government and nonprofit partners on behalf of our organization.
Provide peer-support, hope, empathy, leadership, guidance and advocacy to our peer members.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Engagement in the practice of peer support.
Knowledge and experience with peer-based support services, mutual support and advocacy organizations and the Behavioral Health system and recovery community is essential.
Diplomatic and articulate written communication and oral/public speaking skills.
Ability to work cooperatively with people from diverse backgrounds, abilities, and levels of experience in their personal recovery and wellness.
Ability to contribute to grant-writing and fundraising processes, if needed.
Ability to create and manage a budget.
Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite.
Requirements
Experience providing recovery supports to adults 18 and over.
Preferably a minimum of 1-year experience in non-profit administration, program development, and/or work in community human services.
Experience with staff supervision.
Experience with writing and implementing Policies and Procedures.
Experience with budgets and grant reporting.
Possess valid driver’s license and personal reliable transportation.
Must be computer literate, proficient with Microsoft Office and e-mail communication.
Must be willing to work flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends, as needed.
Please email your resume and cover letter explaining why you want to work in a position like this and how it connects with your own personal wellness and recovery life to our board member, Diane Lane at edsearch.ooopg@gmail.com.
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : $58,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits :
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Schedule :
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
On call
Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
Application Question(s) :
IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU ANSWER THIS QUESTION IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION: This is an organization that provides Peer Support to adults with Mental Health and/or Substance Use issues/addiction. Peer Support is defined by a form of support and assistance that is provided from the basis of lived experience which can only be offered by those that have experienced what it’s like to live with those challenges and were able to overcome them. Sharing stories of your own journey of wellness and recovery inspires hope. Due to the nature of what this organization stands for and how it values Peer Support, you must have personal life experience and be willing to openly share what your experience has been. Therefore, please share why you want to work in this position and how it connects with your own personal wellness and recovery.
Ability to Commute :
Hyattsville, MD 20781 (Required)
Ability to Relocate :
Hyattsville, MD 20781: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location : In person
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On Our Own of Prince George's County (OOOPG) is a non-profit peer support program staffed by those with lived experience who support others with mental health and/or substance use needs. Our Peer Wellness and Recovery Center (WRC) location in Hyattsville, MD provides an accepting, safe and supportive space to heal and connect with others who understand. OOOPG is an affiliate of On Our Own of Maryland, Inc.’s network of peer-operated Wellness & Recovery Organizations (WRO).
The Executive Director (ED) oversees the daily operations and supervises staff who engage with and assist the peer members visiting the WRC and lead the delivery of individual support services, groups, trainings and activities.
The ED interprets the needs of the program, presents recommendations on policy and protocol to the Board of Directors (BoD), and recruits, develops, and supervises a knowledgeable staff.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinate activities and programs as determined by grant(s) from the Local Behavioral Health Authority (LBHA), other funding authorities, and the organization’s Strategic Plan.
Honor and adhere to the Mission of the organization.
Produce reports for the LBHA and other funding authorities in a timely manner.
Assist the Board of Directors in establishing annual goals and priorities (Strategic Planning), and during Board/Committee meetings.
Oversee the financial and budget information on behalf of the organization. Interact with accountant and auditor to assure all the required financial reports be developed for the Board and the funding agent in a timely manner. Work with accountant to assure budget modifications, revenue and expenses are handled appropriately.
Hire, train, lead, and serve as a role-model/mentor for staff that have various duties to meet the needs of the Organization.
Develop and maintain strong administrative functions of Policies and Procedures, technical operations, social networks, mail, phones, newsletter, shopping, supervising, and maintenance work.
Attend pertinent meetings and trainings, and collaborate with local and state government and nonprofit partners on behalf of our organization.
Provide peer-support, hope, empathy, leadership, guidance and advocacy to our peer members.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Engagement in the practice of peer support.
Knowledge and experience with peer-based support services, mutual support and advocacy organizations and the Behavioral Health system and recovery community is essential.
Diplomatic and articulate written communication and oral/public speaking skills.
Ability to work cooperatively with people from diverse backgrounds, abilities, and levels of experience in their personal recovery and wellness.
Ability to contribute to grant-writing and fundraising processes, if needed.
Ability to create and manage a budget.
Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite.
Requirements
Experience providing recovery supports to adults 18 and over.
Preferably a minimum of 1-year experience in non-profit administration, program development, and/or work in community human services.
Experience with staff supervision.
Experience with writing and implementing Policies and Procedures.
Experience with budgets and grant reporting.
Possess valid driver’s license and personal reliable transportation.
Must be computer literate, proficient with Microsoft Office and e-mail communication.
Must be willing to work flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends, as needed.
Please email your resume and cover letter explaining why you want to work in a position like this and how it connects with your own personal wellness and recovery life to our board member, Diane Lane at edsearch.ooopg@gmail.com.
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : $58,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits :
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Schedule :
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
On call
Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
Application Question(s) :
IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU ANSWER THIS QUESTION IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION: This is an organization that provides Peer Support to adults with Mental Health and/or Substance Use issues/addiction. Peer Support is defined by a form of support and assistance that is provided from the basis of lived experience which can only be offered by those that have experienced what it’s like to live with those challenges and were able to overcome them. Sharing stories of your own journey of wellness and recovery inspires hope. Due to the nature of what this organization stands for and how it values Peer Support, you must have personal life experience and be willing to openly share what your experience has been. Therefore, please share why you want to work in this position and how it connects with your own personal wellness and recovery.
Ability to Commute :
Hyattsville, MD 20781 (Required)
Ability to Relocate :
Hyattsville, MD 20781: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location : In person
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