Human Resources Development Institute, Inc. (HRDI) is one of the largest behavioral health care agencies in the United States.
HRDI provides services in alcohol and substance abuse prevention and treatment, mental health, youth prevention, family services, community health, case management, alternative youth education, HIV/AIDS prevention and education, corrective services, and gambling prevention and education.
Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities to improve their quality of life and to influence public policy through the design and implementation of innovative, efficient, effective, and accountable behavioral health, social service, education, and economic development programs.
Our vision is to set the standard for a comprehensive global system of behavioral health care and community services that utilizes the highest degree of excellence and best practices.
1. Prepares production of the agency Annual Report to be distributed no later than first quarter.
2. Develops various publications including agency brochures, newsletters, and press releases covering a variety of subjects indigenous to HRDI.
3. Attends all HRDI function using audio-visual equipment as necessary.
4. Keep records of all HRDI functions including photo albums, video and audits.
5. Prepare and develop a public relations plan for the agency.
6. Design special ads to enhance HRDI’s image.
7. Establishes policies, procedures, organization and systems for implementing the various planned programs of fund raising.
8. Establishes policies and procedures for effective functioning of Communications-Public Relations (fund raising related activities).
9. Establishes broad open lines of communication for the effective transmittal and reception of information within the agency departments.
10. Works closely with senior management team in media relations.
11. Participates in monthly management meetings.
12. Prepares reports to the President/CEO when required.
13. Design promotional materials for all HRDI national programs.
14. Keep abreast of current development in Public Relations by joining committees, organizations and attending special events.
15. Maintain a professional relationship with external associations, legislative and funding sources.
16. Attend in service training when necessary.
17. Performs all other duties as assigned.
18. Responsible for research, writing, submission and tracking of corporation, foundation grants
19. Facilitates, reviews, and edits grant proposals; conducts library and electronic research; compiles data; composes letters; maintains resource development files
20. Conducts research on potential funding sources for all HRDI programs, locally and nationally
21. Works closely with staff and outside agencies in developing and transforming ideas into grant proposals
22. Assists in maintaining research library of resource information to support funding opportunities
23. Monitors new prospect research development and postings; conferences and training sessions
24. Acquires knowledge and keeps current with changes in the field
25. Participates in monthly management meetings and attend board of directors meeting when required.
26. Collaborate with President and CEO on strategic planning efforts
Perform other related duties as assigned
1. BA degree in communications, journalism or related field.
2. Proficient and effective communication skills, excellent writing skills and highly effective at personnel communication, organizational and motivation.
3. At least two (2) years experience
4. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.