Director of Community Impact 10:33 Initiative (47093)

Description

The Position

• EverHope is launching the 10:33 Initiative as a new initiative serving Benton and Madison Counties. As the designated
• backbone agency, EverHope will lead cross-sector collaboration to help individuals and families move from crisis to
• long-term stability by connecting community partners, coordinating resources, and strengthening systems of care.
• The Director of Community Initiatives will provide leadership for the local implementation and ongoing success of the
• 10:33 Initiative. This position is responsible for building and maintaining strategic partnerships, convening community
• stakeholders, facilitating monthly alliance meetings, leveraging data to drive continuous improvement, and supporting
• coordinated efforts that improve outcomes for children and families.
• The ideal candidate is an experienced community leader with a strong background in human services, relationship
• building, and collaborative problem-solving. They are highly organized, self-motivated, and passionate about bringing
• people together to create lasting community impact. This individual thrives in a dynamic environment, communicates
• effectively with diverse stakeholders, manages multiple priorities with confidence, and demonstrates a commitment to
• EverHope's mission of creating hope through collaboration and connection.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Develop and maintain relationships with community partners including, but not limited to Alliance Partners, local non-profits, state and local government personnel, community business leaders, and the faith-community
• Organize and facilitate monthly alliance meetings as an opportunity for the community to hear progress updates on the 10:33 Initiative and to connect with other service providers and government agencies in their community
• Act as an expert in the 10:33 model and processes, providing support to alliance partners
• Collect and analyze community-wide data, able to articulately present data and graphs to the community
• Act as direct supervisor for 10:33 Family Advocates, as needed
• Produce regular updates and reports for publications and grant requirements
• Develop and maintain trust and positive relationships with Restore Hope partners and stakeholders.
• Form new partnerships and recruit members of the community to assist in the Model as Point of Contact Providers
• Advocate for individuals and families
• Participate in alliance meetings and trainings
• Promote organization and community collaboration
• Conduct oneself in a manner consistent with the professional standards of EverHope and Restore Hope
• Other job duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations, providing advocacy, case coordination, peer support, or other relevant human services work; or equivalent lived experience that demonstrates the knowledge, stability, and skills necessary to be successful in the role.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally, if required.

Preferred Qualifications

• College coursework or a degree in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Human Services, Psychology, or a related field.
• 5 or more years of experience in social services, behavioral health, child welfare, recovery, or a related field.
• Knowledge of Arkansas child welfare, behavioral health, or criminal justice systems.
• Experience collaborating with community partners and navigating complex service systems.
• Excellent verbal communication and public speaking skills, with the ability to represent the initiative professionally in community meetings, trainings, and public events.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes

• Ability to provide crisis intervention and remain calm in high-stress situations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Flexibility, reliability, and self-motivation in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries while providing compassionate care.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and basic computer systems (Google Workspace or similar).
• Commitment to supporting family preservation, permanency, and healing-centered care.

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands

• The demands described are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions
• of this position successfully.

• Physical stamina and agility are required to care for children of all ages
• Physical exposure to communicable diseases/contagions and head lice

• This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed. This is not an
• exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. EverHope reserves the right to amend and change
• responsibilities to meet organizational needs. EverHope is an Equal Opportunity Employer.