Opportunities
Staff Positions
Project Coordinator of the Dignity, Social Inclusion and Stigma Elimination Grant (CalMHSA Statewide Project)
Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Project Coordinator is responsible for the implementation, coordinating, and tracking of the Dignity, Social Inclusion and Stigma Elimination grant. This contract entails project management, community outreach, and identification of "Promising Practices", evaluation of identified Stigma Discrimination Reduction (SDR) programs, support and training.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Management of program deliverables and project timelines with primary accountability.
• Outreach and Identification of programs with exemplary Stigma, Discrimination Reducing (SDR) practices.
• Evaluation of identified programs that are Stigma Reducing Promising Practices.
• Develop a manual of curricula and evaluation tools.
• Develop a Train-the-Trainers program to provide information on evaluation and best practices fidelity in all SDR programs.
• Training coordination of all Stigma Reduction program staff focused on the Northern California Region
• Reporting of progress to the lead agency and partner agencies
• Assist with the creation of assessment tools and instruments for SDR programs
• Assess and analyze existing state, regional and county SDRTP programs
• Conduct reviews and surveys of best practices and conduct participatory action research in Northern California and help convert trainings we offer into a manual format
• Maintains records and documentation as required for program compliance and coordination.
• Extensive Travel to local, regional, and statewide meetings and programs
• Bringing together a coalition of underserved, under represented culturally diverse groups
• Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent public speaking skills
• No less than 3 years experience managing a major project
• Experience with contract reporting
• Highly organized and detailed oriented
• Commitment to the Mission and Values of PEERS
• Collaborative team working style with ability relate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work extended periods of time with a minimum of supervision, especially in identifying and initiating meaningful activities to stay busy and productive.
• Ability to be an integral part of a team, create a welcoming environment and respectfully set limits.
• Knowledgeable in computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, Publisher, Power Point and Adobe preferred.
• Must have a flexible work schedule, and be willing to work occasional weekends and holidays.
• Driving with current class C driver's license, a vehicle for transportation, proof of valid automobile insurance, the ability to be ensured by PRPSN liability insurance are conditions of employment.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Lived experience as a mental health consumer or family member strongly preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish, or Chinese, or Korean and/or American sign language
• Familiarity with social media such as Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin
• Commitment to consumer empowerment, culturally competent services and nonjudgmental approach.
• Familiarity with mental health/mental illness issues, diagnoses, symptoms and impact of stigma
• Familiarity with mental health recovery resources, program evaluation, healthcare and mental health policy
• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum three to five years administrating social services or experience providing general clerical administrative duties and educational/training support services, experience in a non-profit setting is highly preferred
• Experience as a trainer preferred
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum three to five years administrating social services or experience providing general clerical administrative duties and educational/training support services, experience in a non-profit setting is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience administrating social services, and/or training experience.
• Master’s Degree, Ph.D. or Ph.D. Candidate.
Cover letters and resumes may be faxed to (510) 452-1645, emailed to Kristin Magruder at kmagruder@peersnet.org, or mailed to us at 333 Hegenberger Road, Suite 250, Oakland, CA 94621 by May 4, 2012. We look forward to hearing from you!
Board Membership
PEERS is seeking consumers/survivors, family members, providers, and other individuals with varied cultural backgrounds and experience for both board membership and volunteer opportunities. Sixty percent of board members must be consumer/survivor. If you are interested in serving on the board of PEERS, please send an email to Khatera Aslami.
Volunteering
We always need volunteers! If you are interested in volunteering, please call (510) 832-7337 or e-mail us. Opportunities exist in a variety of areas.
Media Watch Volunteers
As part of the Alameda County Social Inclusion Campaign, PEERS will be leading a large media watch effort to identify media outlets that portray both balanced and unbalanced depictions of mental health issues. PEERS aims to congratulate and encourage coverage that de-stigmatizes the mental health population, and educate those outlets that may be disseminating misinformation.
We are grateful for any volunteers who are passionate about reducing stigma and discrimination about the mental health community, and encourage you to join us in this movement for social change. If interested, you may apply online or fill out a paper application. For more information, please contact Jenee Darden.
