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Non Profit Sr Program Manager, Full Time
Ryan Bartel Foundation, a 501.c.3 non-profit located in Loudoun County, VA needs a compassionate, energetic, flexible and enthusiastic team member who can hit the ground running to help supervise and manage our programs. Reporting to the Executive Director, The Senior Program Manager will play a crucial role in supervising, facilitating, planning, and managing mental wellness programs aimed at supporting teens and young adults. This is a dynamic position, and each day will bring new responsibilities, new challenges and opportunities. The Foundation's programs are delivered after school during the week or on weekends to support our audience of 12-18 year olds. The FORT provides experiential mental wellness workshops, while the FORT Teen Hang Out is a support group for teens who want more in depth conversations about their challenges, available both in person and virtually. Sources of Strength is an evidence-based suicide prevention program implemented in Loudoun County Public Secondary Schools and within the community. This role is divided into three primary categories: Program Facilitation, Program Planning and Management, and Data Management and Reporting. The ideal candidate will have a passion for mental wellness, particularly within the teen population, and possess strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Responsibilities: PROGRAM FACILITATION (30%) Supervise and support the opening and closing of the FORT experiential mental wellness program in-person, on weekends twice a month. Supervise and support FORT experiential mental wellness workshops delivered on weekends and after school/evening in-person. Supervise and support FORT Teen Hangouts in-person or virtually after school and in the evenings. Become trained in Sources of Strength and deliver the program in-person to adult and student groups. PROGRAM PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT (30%) Plan and maintain an annual programming calendar. Scout and secure space for Foundation programs. Scout for workshop facilitators in new modalities. Manage the program event creation process to ensure maximum attendance. Develop partnerships and opportunities for program expansion into new locations. Partner with the Marketing Team to ensure effective program promotion. Recruit, train, and schedule volunteers. Support the Program Director in recruiting and training new Teen Mental Wellness (TMW) Facilitators. Develop workshop lesson plans, coach and provide feedback to facilitators and volunteers. Support the Program Director in managing the Teen Ambassador Program. DATA MANAGEMENT AND REPORTING (30%) Master the Foundation’s CRM system for program event set up, data entry, analysis and reporting. Implement program evaluation methods, including survey administration. Monitor program outcomes, conducting and analyzing data to ensure alignment. Create reports of all measurable data points and program goals that align with grants and the strategic plan, maintaining weekly and monthly reports. OTHER (10%) Attend community events as needed to represent the Foundation and build community relationships and partnerships. Perform administrative duties, assist with event planning, and other projects as needed. Qualifications: Minimum bachelors’ degree in social work, human services, psychology, behavioral health or related field with 5-7 years of post-graduate, direct work experience in the nonprofit or mental health fields. Ideally a masters’ degree plus at least three years’ work experience in the same or related fields. Must have demonstrated, in-person group facilitation experience working with teens/young adults Must have experience in planning, coordinating, and delivering programs in-person Ideal candidate is: Passionate about mental wellness, especially in young people Excellent group facilitator and moderator Excellent Communicator - verbal, written, presentation, training, and communication skills Advanced analytical skills; ability to review data and gather insights for improving program delivery Proactive problem solver, comfortable as a resource for families, teens and partners Experienced people manager Self-Starter; comfortable working from home and able to take initiative to work autonomously and responsibly Service Focused; excellent client and community service delivery Detailed oriented, consistent with follow up and attention to detail Tech savvy – proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PPT) and Google Products and quick learner on other platforms Flexible – available to support, lead or deliver/facilitate programs during evenings and weekends Ability to travel to various community locations, in and around Loudoun and neighboring counties, schools and other local organizations as required. Able to pass background check NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the overall business objectives of the Foundation. All candidates, including BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, persons of any gender identity and people of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. RBF is committed to a diverse workplace and to supporting its staff with ongoing career development opportunities. Ryan Bartel Foundation (ryanbartelfoundation.org) is a growing non-profit located in Loudoun County, Virginia, whose mission is to build connected and resilient young people to prevent suicide from becoming a solution to life’s inevitable storms. Our vision is a community of young people who not only have the will to live, but the tools and support to thrive. Our core values are grounded in listening, compassion, acceptance, connection, empowerment and inclusion.
Program Intern
Program intern will learn both project and program skills. You will report directly to the Executive Director and get firsthand experience in how a non-profit operates. You’ll work with one or more of the following programs, including The FORT, FORTitude Teen Meet up, FORTitude Workshops, FORTitude Parental Panels. At times, you may be asked to support the Communications Manager. RESPONSIBILITIES: Interns work on a variety of projects such as program development and delivery, grants research, and fundraising projects. Some of the common skills required include: • Administrative and data entry support • Assisting with virtual and in-person event planning and coordination • Design/creative projects • Communications, outreach, and marketing support • Data collection and evaluation • Assisting program facilitation with teens • Other duties may be assigned as needed QUALIFICATIONS: • High School graduate • Excellent writing, email etiquette, editing skills • Ability to work in a flexible environment • Superior communication and interpersonal skills • Detail-oriented, well-organized, and reliable • Able to work independently and take initiative • Basic knowledge of Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Docs, and Zoom • Excellent technical skills and social media savvy • Desirable but not required skills: - Experience setting up zoom meetings - Video editing experience - Student leadership experience Contact Val Walters at valwalters@ryanbartelfoundation.org
Marketing & Communications Intern
Marketing Interns will gain hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing operations including social media, content marketing, email marketing, special event planning and fundraising. Responsibilities may include: • Creating marketing content including flyers, social media posts, videos, etc. • Assisting with communications materials by researching studies and statistics • Identifying outlets to share programs and events • Supporting alliances with other organizations • Collaborating with Foundation leadership, volunteers and clients • General Foundation assistance as defined by the Marketing Manager Relevant majors include: Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Journalism, Business, Communications, Design and related fields. The Ryan Bartel Foundation works closely with each intern to customize the internship experience to help students excel in their chosen field of study. Hours and internship parameters are flexible. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required. We seek interns who are empathetic towards young people with mental health and wellness challenges and who are willing to wear many hats to help out the nonprofit wherever needed. No prior experience necessary and Ryan Bartel Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Contact Val Walters at valwalters@ryanbartelfoundation.org