Development
Director of Development
The National Mental Health Association seeks a highly motivated Director for its Development department. This person will develop and direct strategy for individual fundraising efforts, as well as participate in grant processes, foundation, and corporate fundraising activities. The successful candidate must have a Bachelors degree, excellent writing, communication and management skills, a minimum of four years relevant job experience, a required proficiency in Raisers Edge, MS Office (especially Access and Publisher). Excellent starting pay and benefits offered. Send resume and writing sample to: NMHA, Attn: MG, P.O. Box 16810, Alexandria, VA 22302-0810, or fax: 703-684-5968, or email: jobs@nmha.org. No phone calls please. 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 trainings 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
Policy and Services
Program Coordinator
National Mental Health Association seeks Program Coordinator to coordinate programs that contribute to the work of the policy and services area. Responsibilities include coordinating a technical assistance program, general contract, logistics, and project management for the National Association of Mental Health Planning and Advisory Councils, and providing support to board and several committees. Knowledge of mental health policy helpful. Bachelor’s degree required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office required (Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook). Excellent starting pay and benefits offered. Send resume and writing sample to: NMHA, Attn: JS, P.O. Box 16810, Alexandria, VA 22302-0810, or fax: 703-684-5968, or email: jobs@nmha.org No phone calls please. EOE
Adult Mental Health Services
Director, Consumer Advocacy
The National Mental Health Association (NMHA) seeks a Director of Consumer Advocacy to assist in expanding the capacity of consumer-run organizations and involvement of consumers in NMHA affiliate activities. The Director will be responsible for developing written materials and providing on-site consultation and trainings to local organizations. The Director will also participate in national meetings related to consumer empowerment and recovery. Requirements: 3-5 years experience in organizational development, coalition building, mental health systems and mental health consumer issues. Strong communication and public speaking skills. Competitive starting pay and benefits offered. Send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to, Attn: SWT, P.O. Box 16810, Alexandria, VA 22302-0810, fax 703-684-5968, or email: jobs@nmha.org. No phone calls. 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