Position: Vice President of Philanthropy

FLSA Status: Full Time

Salary: $75,000

Location: MHACF Administrative Offices: 605 E. Robinson Street, Ste. 450 Orlando, FL 32801

Preferred Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, Nonprofit Management, Communications, Marketing

or a related field required. A master’s degree is preferred.

• Five (5) years of progressive experience in planning and implementing fundraising and community

relations/brand management campaigns advancing growth in $2 million or larger organization with at least three (5) years of administrative/ management experience directing all aspects of a comprehensive Philanthropy Development Department with demonstrated success.

• Essential traits include strong oral and written communication, strong interpersonal skills and excellent organizational ability and knowledge of digital media integration. Proven problem-solving ability, time management skills and supervisory experience are required. Management experience in an entrepreneurial, collaborative culture where results depend on teamwork.
  • Strong analytical skills and understanding and past use of Google Analytics a plus
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; exceptional copywriting, proofreading and editing skills.
  • Research skills needed and willingness to learn about new topics to provide communications support for various program areas
  • Multi-tasking expertise and the ability to meet deadlines.
  • Relationships with both local business and industry media outlets a plus.
  • Social media content development experience including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Linkedin, YouTube, etc.
  • Website copywriting, site editing and design experience in WordPress.
  • Graphic design experience with Canva, Adobe Illustrator Pro, Shutterstock
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications (Sharepoint, MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint) and capable of creating visually compelling presentations
  • Proficient in email marketing software such as Constant Contact or a similar program

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Experience managing others including setting goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with the Association’s strategic plans and vision.

• Organizing workflow and ensuring that team members understand their duties/delegated tasks. Monitoring employee productivity and providing constructive feedback, coaching and mentoring.

Expected Hours of Work:

Monday through Friday, with the ability to participate in weekend and after-hours events as needed.

Position Summary:

As a key member of the Senior Management Team the Vice President embraces and proactively safeguards the mission, values, vision, and culture of the organization.

The Vice President oversees all philanthropy activities, including annual appeals, special events, major and planned gifts, comprehensive and capital campaigns as well as endowment building. This position has direct responsibility for developing donor identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship programming for the organization while maintaining a personal portfolio of major donor prospects and donors. Moreover, the position provides overall management, supervision, leadership, and coordination of the operational, budgetary, and personnel requirements for all of the aforementioned areas of responsibility.

• Enthusiasm and appreciation for the value of nonprofit social service organizations and the vital role of

philanthropy to fulfill their mission and vision.

• Experience in writing, articulating and implementing Strategic Philanthropy Plans,

including all areas of fundraising, grants, community relations/brand marketing and special events.

• Effective presence, verbal/written communication and presentation skills necessary to interact with a

variety of internal and external constituencies as well as engaging in a wide range of donors and build long-term relationships. Highly developed public and interpersonal speaking skills, including the capacity to inspire and motivate staff, donors, prospects, board members and volunteers.

• Demonstrated experience of having expanded and cultivated existing donor relationships over time,

including “closing management” skills (i.e., researching, cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts). Develops and documents a robust pipeline of proposals and meets annual fundraising goals; establishes and achieves benchmarks for constructive growth; measures progress against institutional goals.

• Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to set priorities, manage skills. Ability to set

priorities, manage simultaneous priorities and meet deadlines. Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives.

• Ability to work both independently without close oversight, but also a team player who will productively

engage others at varying levels of seniority within and outside the agency.

• A professional and resourceful style; the ability to work independently and as a team player, to take

initiative, and to manage multiple tasks and projects at a time.

• Computer literate with demonstrated knowledge of CRM systems related to developing, monitoring and

managing all aspects of a comprehensive Philanthropy Department required. Advanced knowledge

and experience with Microsoft Office and donor database management (particularly Donor Perfect) preferred.

Benefits:

• 50% of the employee monthly health insurance premium covered
• 10 days (80 hours) Paid Time Off
• Twelve Corporate Holidays

Qualified applicants may respond to this posting with a resume and cover letter to mstahlman@mhacf.org

Position: Reflections Program Coordinator
FLSA Status: Full Time
Location: MHACF Offices Administration Offices and the Outlook Clinic
Reports to: Vice President of Operations
605 East Robinson Street
Suite 450
Orlando, Florida 32801
Phone: (407) 898-0110
Fax: (407) 898-0122
www.mhacf.org

Benefits Include:
• 60% Employer Paid Medical
• Professional development assistance
• 10 days (80 hours) Paid Time Off
• Twelve Corporate Holidays

About the MHACF: Established in 1946, the Mental Health Association of Central Florida, Inc. (MHACF.org) is one of the oldest nonprofits in Central Florida and is the leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and promoting the overall mental health of all. This mission is supported by the Association’s commitment to promote mental health as a critical part of overall wellness, including prevention services for all; early identification and intervention for those at risk; integrated care, services, and supports for those who need them; with recovery as the goal. The MHACF also understands that violence, racism, and discrimination undermine mental wellness and are significant contributors to adverse traumas. Therefore, we are committed to breaking cycles of multi-generational distress in marginalized communities and anti-racism in all that we do, pledging to work against individual racism, interpersonal racism, and institutional racism in all their forms.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in behavioral health and substance use recovery, with proven ability to guide individuals through person-centered support services. Responsibilities include coordinating recovery programs, facilitating peer support groups, mentoring peer specialists, and building community partnerships. Certification as a Certified Recovery Peer Support Specialist (CRPSS) is required, and additional certifications in Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) and Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) are highly preferred.

• Strong skills in Microsoft Office suite.
• Effective communicator with strong written and oral skills. A collaborative attitude and the prowess to provide
constructive feedback.
• Demonstrate a high degree of organization and time management skills with strong attention to details and
ability to positively manage and motivate people.
• Must have insight into the community mental health system of care through professional or personal experience.
• Must be enthusiastic for the mission of the Mental Health Association of Central Florida and the clients we serve.

Position Summary: The Reflections Program Coordinator will be responsible for scheduling, facilitating, and documenting/reporting on regular peer recovery support groups and workshops. They will be required to facilitate small in-person groups in person as well as virtually. Outreach activities including networking and community events are key to the success of this position. The ideal candidate is compassionate, outgoing, organized, and proactive. Preferably they also have prior experience in peer-to-peer support or workshop facilitation

Responsibilities Include:
 Oversee and mentor peer specialists to ensure effective delivery of recovery support services
 Facilitate peer-led support groups that foster connection, empowerment, and resilience
 Recruit and oversee facilitators for support groups and trainings
 Ensure compassionate, person-centered care across all recovery programs and services
 Coordinate recovery initiatives and strengthen community partnerships to expand support networks
 Maintain compliance with program standards, grant requirements, and documentation obligations
 Generate and manage the Reflections program budget, including invoicing for contract billing
 Schedule and coordinate community trainings (e.g., Introduction to WRAP) and facilitate recovery/wellness workshops
 Provide services and support to individuals with substance use disorders, including peer-to-peer sessions and supportive counseling for individuals, families, and groups
 Conduct educational sessions and community outreach to promote recovery and wellness
 Organize annual events to engage the community and highlight the importance of wellness
 Respond to funding and grant opportunities on behalf of the organization
 Promote the organization’s mission through social media, community events, and health fairs
 Attend mental health trainings, webinars, and community meetings as needed to stay current and connected
 Maintain data collection, reporting, and training fidelity documentation
 Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities, including evening/weekend scheduling

Qualified applicants may respond to this posting with a resume and cover letter to lrussa@mhacf.org