Join us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn

The ASU Lodestar Center is pleased to announce the launch of its Facebook and Twitter Pages, and LinkedIn Group. We invite you to follow us online! Our goal is to leverage social media as a meeting and conversation space and information source for those who lead, manage and support nonprofits. We look forward to building and growing relationships with nonprofit community stakeholders, supporters and advocates through online social media. For questions, contact us at nonprofit@asu.edu or 602-496-0500.

The Evolving Nonprofits through Strategic Evaluation and Planning (ENSTEP) Program is a unique partnership between the academic and practitioner communities. It builds upon and connects the research and knowledge of Arizona State University faculty and staff with the expertise and experiences of those working within the larger nonprofit community.

It is the ASU Lodestar Center’s belief that in order to be successful, organizations must look both inside and outside of themselves, and the ENSTEP Program gives participating agencies the opportunity to do just that.

Throughout the ENSTEP Program, agencies work to clarify their focus, add stability, and increase organizational capacity, efficiency, and effectiveness. The ENSTEP program provides a unique opportunity for board, staff, and stakeholders to engage in a challenging and collaborative process that aims to convert knowledge into effective action. Through their participation in the program, ENSTEP agencies learn to recognize the opportunities that are appropriate to their individual resources, strengths, and competencies in order to better serve the community.

Click here to download the application for the next ENSTEP cohort!
Questions? Contact Jason Mistlebauer at 602-496-0193 or e-mail jason.mistlebauer@asu.edu.

Register today for the 17th Annual Nonprofit Conference on Sustainability Strategies, "What's Next? Moving Boldly into the Future," October 15-16 at the Desert Willow Conference Center in Phoenix!

Scheduled keynote speakers include:

* Ruth McCambridge, Editor-in-Chief of the Nonprofit Quarterly
* Art Taylor, CEO of the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance
* Richard "Dick" Bowers, President of the Herberger Theater

Scheduled workshop topics include:

* Advocacy in the Nonprofit Sector
* Social Media
* Resource Development
* Career Mapping
* Strategic Planning
* Board Development
* Effective Communication in the Workplace
* Networking

Keep checking back to http://nonprofit.asu.edu for more details as they emerge!

Did you know that over 300 people attended the ASU Lodestar Center’s nonprofit conference last year? Expose your organization to hundreds MORE people by purchasing an exhibitor table for this year’s conference, October 15-16! The nonprofit rate is only $250 for two days of exhibiting! Want to expose your business to our conference attendees? The corporate rate is only $500! Click here to download the exhibitor form and return to the ASU Lodestar Center today! Questions? Call the Center at 602-496-0500 or e-mail nonprofit@asu.edu.

Would you like a quick and easy way to learn more about professional development courses offered through the ASU Lodestar Center’s Nonprofit Management Institute?  Would you like to see whether Internet-based learning is right for you? You can find out by viewing two new NMI Information Sessions from the convenience of your own computer!

Information Session 1 (11 minutes) explains who takes an NMI course and for what reasons. Learn about the benefits of participating in the Nonprofit Management Institute, who teaches for NMI, and how to earn a professional certificate in nonprofit leadership and management.

Information Session 2 (7 minutes) provides more details about online versions of NMI courses. Peek inside an actual online NMI course and learn what kind of assignments to expect and how to best participate.

Click here to start now!

We welcome your feedback and would be glad to answer any further questions at 602-496-0500 or nmi@asu.edu.

Lead for Good: Becoming a High-Impact Nonprofit Leader (Topical Workshop) August 29, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Tough times require great leaders. Learn from the pros what you need to know to see your nonprofit through to better times. This thought-provoking, hands-on workshop offers tools you need to enhance your already strong leadership skills. Based on proven concepts described in Good to Great and Forces for Good, this must-attend presentation allows you to explore and practice a variety of techniques, including the Hedgehog Concept, addressing conflict, and making markets work. As a part of the registration fee, participants will receive a copy of the book Forces for Good: The Six Practices of High-Impact Nonprofits by Leslie Crutchfield and Heather McLeod Grant.

Strategic Planning in Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 107)
September 11 – 12: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

In this course, you will learn a four phase process of developing a strategic business plan for any nonprofit organization. You will conduct a SWOTT analysis to examine the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats and trends related to your organization. You will also learn how to write organizational goals supported by specific, measurable, aggressive, achievable, results-oriented, and time-bound (SMAART) objectives and action plans. In addition, by comparing and contrasting strategic planning elements among small, medium, and large nonprofit organizations, you will learn how to address your own organization’s strategic planning needs.

Financial Management Principals for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 103)
September 18 – 19: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday

Analyze the principles of financial management for nonprofit organizations. Learn to apply the fundamentals of accounting, budgeting processes, cash flow analysis, expenditure control, long-range financial planning, audits, grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations. This class is a prerequisite for NMI 113.

Basic Fundraising and Resource Development (NMI 106)
September 25 – 26: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday

One major challenge facing all nonprofit leaders today is ensuring that their organization has the financial resources it needs to meet its mission and serve its constituency. Learn the basics of ethical fundraising, how to manage the philanthropic process and develop plans that will ensure the effectiveness of staff and volunteers. This class is a prerequisite for NMI 126.

All in-person courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

The American Diabetes Association of Southern Arizona is seeking nominations for the Cure, Care and Commitment Awards. Nominees for the Cure, Care and Commitment Awards should exhibit the core values of the American Diabetes Association (Trust, Integrity, Leadership, Passion for Making a Difference, Inclusion, Ownership) and will have made significant contributions to diabetes care, treatment, education or research in Southern Arizona.

To obtain a nomination form, click here or call 1-888-342-2383 ext 7114. Nomination deadline is September 1. The Nomination Committee will review each submission. Finalists will be selected for each of the three categories, notified, and given two complimentary seats at the 2009 Cure, Care and Commitment Awards Gala. The gala will be held on November 7, at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson, AZ.

McCarthy Heart Hats, the community involvement arm of McCarthy Building Companies, Inc., is seeking nonprofit applicants to receive the proceeds from its annual golf tournament, which is hosted every December.

This year proceeds will be dedicated to those nonprofits that support children and families experiencing dramatic economic need, and more than one organization may be selected as a recipient. Maricopa County 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations are invited to apply for the funds now until September 1 using the Heart Hats Grant Application found on http://www.mccarthy.com/locations/phoenix/, or at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=la6HlzF5G0R74pb7mefMYQ_3d_3d

The McCarthy Heart Hats community outreach program is dedicated to ensuring real community needs are being met through hands-on activities and financial support. Last year alone, more than $1 million in financial support, in-kind and hands-on building contributions were made through McCarthy’s Heart Hats program. Prior recipients of Heart Hats grants include Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona, the Salute a Soldier Foundation, Gabriel’s Angels, Tempe/Kyrene Communities in Schools and Crisis Nursery.

For questions regarding the process, contact Candy Schwarz at 480-449-4700, or e-mail clschwarz@mccarthy.com.

The Arizona Parks and Recreation Association would like to offer your nonprofit a FREE opportunity to display information about your organization at the 2009 Arizona Parks and Recreation Association Conference and Trade Show being held at the Camelback Inn Resort and Spa, August 24 - 28.

The conference offers your nonprofit countless opportunities to network with hundreds of Parks, Recreation and Leisure Professionals from all across the state. Over 700 people attended last year’s conference. Nonprofit organizations wishing to display their information will be a part of the Exhibit Hall, which will be open to conference attendees on Wednesday and Thursday. This is an $800 value, FREE to your organization. Each 8’ x 10’ display will include a 6’ table and chairs, although it is not necessary to have a representative at the booth.

If you would be interested in having information about your nonprofit organization available at the conference, contact Bryan Hughes, Sponsor and Exhibit Co-Chair, at 480-816-5135 or by e-mail at bhughes@fh.az.gov. Space is filling up quickly, so don’t wait. First come, first served. The deadline to request space is August 6.

Catholic Healthcare West (CHW) is pleased to announce the official kick-off of the 2009 CHW Community Grants Program for St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, which began on July 27.

CHW’s Community Grants Program is designed to help communities to provide support for underserved populations. With this program CHW realizes its mission and enhances the advocacy, social justice and healthier communities’ efforts of its hospitals and religious and community sponsors. CHW seeks to partner with other nonprofit organizations that are working to improve the health status and quality of life of the communities they serve and whose efforts embody CHW’s Core Values.

CHW’s Community Grants Program is funded by contributions from its member hospitals. Typically, grant awards range from $5,000 to $25,000 and projects funded must involve collaboration with others and St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center

The objective of CHW’s Community Grants Program is to award grants to nonprofit organizations whose proposals respond to the St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center’s grant initiative that is in direct response to its strategic priorities, which were identified in the health assessment and the community benefit plan. CHW grant funds are to be used to provide services to poor, underserved and disenfranchised populations.

The Catholic Healthcare West’s (CHW) Community Grants for St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center’s 2009 initiative will focus on those programs which demonstrate and support innovative efforts to address the relationship and impact of the individual’s behavioral health (mental health) issues to prevent and improve the overall health and the management of chronic illnesses (such as asthma, diabetes, stroke, heart disease, obesity, substance abuse, poor birth outcomes and/or avoidable injuries). Please outline how your proposal will provide and/or enhance access to health services that provide comprehensive mental, behavioral and chronic health services.

For proposal instructions and more information about the Community Grants Program, visit http://www.chwhealth.org/Who_We_Are/Community_Health/STGSS045787 or call Kristina Robinson at 602-406-1040.

The Grantsmanship Game: Playing to Win

The Alliance’s most popular two-day intensive program on becoming a successful grantseeking organization! For beginners and veterans alike, this workshop offers an intensive, hands-on, skill-building approach to corporate and foundation grantsmanship. This workshop presents the five fundamental, underlying, nonnegotiable principles on which an organization's grantseeking effort must be founded for long-term success:

• Rule 1: Know Yourself - The Power of Mission-Driven Grantsmanship
• Rule 2: Build True Partnerships - Collaborating for Success
• Rule 3: Plan, Plan, Plan - Plan! Building Your Master Proposal Blueprint
• Rule 4: Know Your Funding Source - Grants Research and Relationships
• Rule 5: Create the Perfect Proposal - Putting It All Together, On Paper

You'll learn the practical application of these 5 Rules to build a solid, fundable grant proposal from the inside out and from the bottom up. You'll work with planning tools and worksheets to make your proposals clear, concise, complete, coherent and compelling. And you'll learn how to organize the details of your work in a way guaranteed to take you to the next level of grantseeking success - no matter where you're starting out.

PLUS YOU’LL RECEIVE TWO GREAT BONUSES:

1. Free two-week guest pass to the Arizona Guide to Grants Online's searchable database of over 2,000 foundations and corporations that have an interest making grants in Arizona.
2. A free CD with all the Planning Worksheets presented during class - plus JGA's Proposal Planning Guide which includes three additional worksheets to help you map out the myriad details in developing a winning proposal.

Phoenix
Date/Time: Tuesday and Wednesday, August 5 and 6, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, 400 E. Monroe St., Phoenix, 85004
Cost: $148 for Alliance members and AZ Guide to Grants Online subscribers, $185 for nonmembers/nonsubscribers
Learn more: http://www.arizonanonprofits.org/events/eventdetails.aspx ? id=203
To register: https://guest.cvent.com/EVENTS/Register/IdentityConfirmation.aspx ? e=213cca3c-7072-42ec-a01d-9e6a84c8fdb2

Partnership Pays! Building Collaborations That Work!

Thinking and working collaboratively pays in many ways for your organization. But, creating and sustaining meaningful partnerships doesn’t get less challenging when there’s a grant proposal at stake. In this thought-provoking, based-in-reality workshop, they take a close look at what collaboration means in the community, and how you can make it work for you. The workshop covers all aspects of the partnership continuum--from “cooperation” to full-scale “collaboration.” By the end of the workshop, you will:

• Understand the importance of collaborative effort in the community
• Have a framework for understanding the principles of effective collaboration
• Have the knowledge and skills to initiate a community collaboration using the “Community Collaboration Planning Team” technique
• Have a solid understanding of the qualities and characteristics that must be in place for a successful collaboration
• Know the resources and practices for your organization to become a collaboration leader in the community

Flagstaff
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 11, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Coconino College - 4th Street Campus, 3000 N. Fourth Street, Bldg. C, Rm. C4, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Cost: $55.00, 46.75 for Alliance Members and AZ Guide to Grants Online Subscribers
Learn more: http://www.arizonanonprofits.org/events/eventdetails.aspx ? id=201
To register: https://guest.cvent.com/EVENTS/Register/IdentityConfirmation.aspx ? e=2335c76e-a3b2-4ac9-8405-ae82e998de8c

Building Blocks for a Winning Proposal Budget

Worthy grant proposals often don’t make it to the final cut because the proposal budget is poorly put together. However, crafting a budget that clearly and accurately reflects all the resources your program needs is not a complex or mysterious process!

In this workshop you’ll learn the principles of mission-driven budgeting, and practice applying those principles to a real-life scenario as you build a detailed proposal budget, step by step. You’ll learn how grantmakers evaluate budgets - and what your budget says about your organization. And you’ll work with simple but powerful tools to help you organize your financial information in the clearest, most powerful way.

Join the Alliance at this workshop and you will:

• Understand the importance of a sound, detailed, mission-driven budget as both a key proposal component and a planning and management tool
• Learn how the concept of “total-value budgeting” supports your project planning and management - and simplifies the process of building a proposal budget
• Learn what you need to know about “in-kind,” match, valuing volunteer time, indirect or administrative costs, and much more.
• Learn the easy-to-follow, step-by-step process guaranteed to result in an unbeatable proposal budget
• Work with - and take home - planning tools that will guide you through the process start to finish - guaranteed!

Flagstaff
Date/Time: August 11, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Location: Coconino Community College - 4th Street Campus, 3000 N. Fourth Street, Bldg. C, Room C4, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Cost: $55, $46.75 Alliance Members and AZ Guide to Grants Online Subscribers
Learn more: http://www.arizonanonprofits.org/events/eventdetails.aspx ? id=202
To register: https://guest.cvent.com/EVENTS/Register/IdentityConfirmation.aspx ? e=5ad095a7-c12f-4b51-bfb2-a97095b6b6fe

Tucson
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 18, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Community Foundation of Southern Arizona, 2250 E. Broadway, Tucson, 85719
Cost: $55, $46.75 Alliance Members and AZ Guide to Grants Online Subscribers
Learn more: http://www.arizonanonprofits.org/events/eventdetails.aspx ? id=195
To register: https://guest.cvent.com/EVENTS/Register/IdentityConfirmation.aspx ? e=c507bc55-a1b1-4d97-ba83-b160860606ca

The Logic Behind the Logic Model: Essential Tools for a Rock-Solid Evaluation Plan

Inputs... Outputs... Outcomes... Goals... Logic Models: Everywhere you turn, grantseekers are talking about them. And more and more funders - private and public alike - are requiring them as part of your grant application package.

But what is a “Logic Model,” anyway? How does it work? What are the key elements, how do they fit together, and - most important - how can knowing how to construct a solid, makes-sense Logic Model support not only more successful grantseeking, but the success of your program itself?

In this workshop, the Alliance will strip back the myths and mysteries surrounding the Logic Model Process and give you the tools and concepts you need to put the Logic Model to work for you. You’ll discover:

• A new, powerful way of looking at the underlying framework of your program or project plan
• A no-jargon, easy-to-remember, real-life “roadmap” to the key elements of a Logic Model and how they fit together
• How to use the Logic Model process to create knock-their-socks-off outcome statements and evaluation plans that funders will love
• The Logic Model as a key tool for more successful, high-quality program management
• The Logic Model in action: Samples from a variety of community organizations

Tucson
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 18, 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, 2250 E. Broadway, Tucson, AZ 95719
Cost: $55, $46.75 Alliance Members and AZ Guide to Grants Online Subscribers
Learn more: http://www.arizonanonprofits.org/events/eventdetails.aspx ? id=196
To register: https://guest.cvent.com/EVENTS/Register/IdentityConfirmation.aspx ? e=3aaacb5c-3f53-44d9-80fc-f1b1bd9e0460

This year’s statewide conference of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), hosted by the Northern Arizona Chapter, will be held in Flagstaff, August 5 - 7. It begins with a pre-conference from 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 5, which will focus on the basics of fundraising. This one-day session is perfect for those new to the fundraising profession and for those looking for a dynamic refresher. The sessions include annual giving, major gifts, stewardship, capital campaigns, endowment and planned giving. The four presenters are Brian Bateman, Alice Ferris, Bill Harrison and Kristi Edwards, and all hold fundraising certification. There will also be an Arizona corporation and foundation roundtable featuring diverse speakers.

Date/Time: August 5 – 7, 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: High Country Conference Center, Flagstaff. The preconference will be held at the same location.
Cost: Early registration for “Fundraising 101: An Overview of Charitable Giving” is $99 (including lunch) and ends July 8, after which the registration fee is $130.
For more information, or to register: contact Kristi Edwards at (928) 708-9632, or e-mail kedwards@azfoundation.org.

The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) 2009 Arizona Conference will be held at the High Country Conference Center in Flagstaff on August 5 - 7, 2009.

The conference, “Beyond the Horizon,” hosted by the Northern Arizona AFP Chapter, will feature a pre-conference Fundraising Basics workshop on August 5th that would be great for fundraisers with less than 5 years’ experience, or a dynamic refresher for the seasoned fundraiser. All presenters are experienced and Certified Fundraising Executives from throughout Arizona.

The pre-conference event will be followed on the 6th and 7th by a wide-range of presentations. Conference workshop topics include “e-Technology on a Shoestring,” “Ethics in Fundraising,” and “Plug In! Hardwiring Connections with Social Media Marketing” among others. Keynote and other featured speakers include Timothy Burcham, CFRE, immediate past chair of AFP International, Bill Harrison, CFRE, recipient of the 2009 Lifetime Achievement Award from Fundraising Success Magazine, and Linda Lysakowski, ACFRE, fundraising author and recipient of the AFP Barbara Marion Award for Outstanding Services to AFP.

A variety of exhibitors will be on site representing several fundraising related needs including donor recognition, software and consulting. With organizations cutting back on their training and travel budgets, this is an excellent opportunity to attend a high caliber conference a little closer to home.

Flagstaff, Arizona, long known as the Gateway to the Grand Canyon, is a mountain town at 7,000 feet. Unlike other parts of Arizona, Flagstaff  enjoys 70 - 80 degree weather in August! There are also some great local attractions, like Lowell Observatory, the Museum of Northern Arizona, the Arboretum at Flagstaff, and more. You can fly into Flagstaff on either US Airways or Horizon Air, or fly into Phoenix and drive about 2.5 hours north to Flagstaff. More information about Flagstaff is available at http://www.flagstaffarizona.org/.

For pricing for AFP members and non-members, additional information about the conference, and online registration, go to http://www.afpnaz.org/.

YNPN Phoenix Member Retreat
August 7 - 9 , Friday evening through Sunday morning, Jackpot Ranch, Camp Verde, AZ. Along with making new friends, strengthening connections, and having a fun weekend in the Verde River Valley, YNPN Phoenix members in attendance will co-create their 2009 "YNPN Phoenix: State of the Nonprofit Sector" position letter and provide guidance to the YNPN Phoenix board on their 2010 events schedule.
Please join them! $50 cost includes food, lodging, and retreat materials. Click here for further details and to RSVP.

Professional Development Speaker, Robert Egger, Founder and President of the DC Central Kitchen and Director of the V3 Campaign
Wednesday, September 2, 8 – 9:30 a.m. Location and details TBD.

Tour de Phoenix Nonprofit
Saturday, September 26, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Take a light rail tour of four Phoenix downtown nonprofit organizations. Each nonprofit will propose a service project to be completed by YNPN Phoenix members in November. Members in attendance will vote on which proposal to accept when they dine for lunch at Carly’s. There is no fee for this event, members and guests pay for lunch on their own.

Professional Development Speaker, Don Henninger, Publisher, Phoenix Business Journal
Thursday, October 15, 6 – 8 p.m. Location: TBD. $5 suggested donation for members, $10 suggested donation for guests.

YNPN Phoenix Gives Back
November, Date and Time TBD
Join your fellow YNPNers in volunteering to make their community better by completing service project from Tour de Phoenix: Nonprofit. Location and details TBD.

December, Winter Break, No Event

Events and speakers are subject to change and cancellation.
For more information visit them at http://www.ynpnphoenix.org, on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn or e-mail them at info@ynpnphoenix.org.

The Grantsmanship Training Program covers the complete grant development process, from researching funding sources to writing and reviewing grant proposals. During the workshop, participants learn The Grantsmanship Center’s proposal writing format. Upon completion of the training, participants receive free follow-up, including professional proposal review, access to exclusive online funding databases, and an array of other benefits.

Date/time: August 10 - 14
Location: Junior Achievement of Arizona, Training Room, 636 W. Southern Ave., Tempe
Cost: Tuition for the Grantsmanship Training Program is $895 ($845 for each additional registrant from the same organization).
Registration: To ensure personalized attention, class size is limited to 30 participants. To register online, to learn about scholarship opportunities for qualifying organizations, or for more information, visit http://www.tgci.com. Or, call The Grantsmanship Center Registrar at (800) 421-9512.

Imagine your board is Engaged. Effective. Energized. Imagine your board is your organization’s greatest asset - the greatest advocate for your mission. What would it take to build such an energized, effective board? Bring a board member, and find out!

Tucson
Location: Doubletree Reid Park Hotel
445 South Alvernon Way
Tucson, AZ 85711
Date: Tuesday, August 11
For more information, please visit: http://www.CommunityDriven.org/TucsonAug09/

Cave Creek
Location: Desert Foothills Library
38443 N Schoolhouse Rd.
Cave Creek, AZ 85327
Date: Thursday, August 13
For more information, please visit: http://ww.CommunityDriven.org/PhoenixAug09/

Lead for Good: Becoming a High-Impact Nonprofit Leader
August 29, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Tough times require great leaders. Learn from the pros what you need to know to see your nonprofit through to better times. This thought-provoking, hands-on workshop offers tools you need to enhance your already strong leadership skills. Based on proven concepts described in Good to Great and Forces for Good, this must-attend presentation allows you to explore and practice a variety of techniques, including the Hedgehog Concept, addressing conflict, and making markets work. As a part of the registration fee, participants will receive a copy of the book Forces for Good: The Six Practices of High-Impact Nonprofits by Leslie Crutchfield and Heather McLeod Grant.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Strategic Planning in Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 107)
September 11 – 12: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday

In this course, you will learn a four phase process of developing a strategic business plan for any nonprofit organization. You will conduct a SWOTT analysis to examine the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats and trends related to your organization. You will also learn how to write organizational goals supported by specific, measurable, aggressive, achievable, results-oriented, and time-bound (SMAART) objectives and action plans. In addition, by comparing and contrasting strategic planning elements among small, medium, and large nonprofit organizations, you will learn how to address your own organization’s strategic planning needs.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Financial Management Principals for Nonprofit Organizations (NMI 103)
September 18 – 19: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday

Analyze the principles of financial management for nonprofit organizations. Learn to apply the fundamentals of accounting, budgeting processes, cash flow analysis, expenditure control, long-range financial planning, audits, grants and contracts to nonprofit organizations. This class is a prerequisite for NMI 113.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

Basic Fundraising and Resource Development (NMI 106)
September 25 – 26: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday; 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday

One major challenge facing all nonprofit leaders today is ensuring that their organization has the financial resources it needs to meet its mission and serve its constituency. Learn the basics of ethical fundraising, how to manage the philanthropic process and develop plans that will ensure the effectiveness of staff and volunteers. This class is a prerequisite for NMI 126.

Location: All courses take place at the Mercado at the ASU Downtown Center, 502 E. Monroe in Phoenix.
Visit http://nmi.asu.edu/ to register today!
Questions? Contact the ASU Lodestar Center at 602-496-0500.

The Center for Progressive Leadership, Planned Parenthood Arizona and the Arizona Education Association have once again partnered to run a free comprehensive training program for progressive individuals planning or thinking about running for an elected office in the near or distant future, OR who are wishing to hone their skills as a campaign manager.

The components of this program include three interactive weekend workshops, assignment of a mentor, and a personal political leader’s plan that participants will develop throughout the program.

Topics in the training include:

• Values and Vision
• Nuts and Bolts of Running for Office and Service
• Campaign Financing
• Message Development and Delivery
• Fundraising and Cultivation
• Targeting Voters
• Understanding the Issues
• Campaign Planning and Organizing
• PLUS lots more!

Weekend One: September 26 – 27
Weekend Two: October 17 – 18
Weekend Three: November 21 – 22

For more information on the Progressive Local Candidate Training Program, or to register, please contact Beth Meyer at 60-254-1495, or e-mail Arizona@progressiveleaders.org. Space is limited so contact them today!

The Arizona Society of CPAs invite you to attend the 14th Annual Not-for-Profit Conference on September 30. This conference is designed for financial professionals working with nonprofit organizations.

Topics include: 990 update, nonprofits sharing resources, impact of stimulus on nonprofits, social networking tools to improve operations, challenges for human resources, risk management and A&A update. Click here for more information and to register.

Register today for the 17th Annual Nonprofit Conference on Sustainability Strategies, "What's Next? Moving Boldly into the Future," October 15-16 at the Desert Willow Conference Center in Phoenix!

Scheduled keynote speakers include:

* Ruth McCambridge, Editor-in-Chief of the Nonprofit Quarterly
* Art Taylor, CEO of the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance
* Richard "Dick" Bowers, President of the Herberger Theater

Scheduled workshop topics include:

* Advocacy in the Nonprofit Sector
* Social Media
* Resource Development
* Career Mapping
* Strategic Planning
* Board Development
* Effective Communication in the Workplace
* Networking

Keep checking back to http://nonprofit.asu.edu for more details as they emerge!

Stand out in the job market. Enhance your career. Enrich your knowledge. For only $10 per session you can gain CEU credits and valuable insight from content experts in the areas of major giving, Web site fundraising and planned gifts. Free to AFP members.

December 9, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
How to Have Conversations With Donors About Planned Gifts Presented by Kathryn W. Miree, author, consultant, past president of the National Committee on Planned Giving and editorial advisory board chair of The Journal of Gift Planning.

Register at http://www.afpaz.org/ to reserve your space. If you have any questions e-mail them at admin@afpaz.org or call 480-947-3459. Payment is due at the door on the day of the audio conference. They accept cash, check, VISA, MasterCard, and American Express.

Location: All three audio conferences will be held at Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation, 2419 W. 14th Street, Tempe. Parking is available all around the building; upon entry, sign in at the security desk. Signs will then direct you to the exact conference room and a member of the Education Committee will be there to greet you.

Description: This position is responsible to provide data entry, data base management and auditing of data as needed. Will assist with accounting entry and general office duties including but not limited to reception, filing, copying, shredding and supply maintenance. $10 to $12 /hour DOE, full benefits. Average hours per week: 40. Essential job duties include the following: Input data, audit for accuracy and provide reports as required; be responsible for management of fundraising data base; perform general office duties as required.

Qualifications: Education/knowledge/skills for this position include the following:

• One or more years of experience of data entry/data base management
• One or more years of experience in fundraising databases – Raiser’s Edge preferred
• High school diploma or equivalency
• Accuracy and attention to detail are a must while maintaining speed and accuracy
• Data entry consistent with policy and procedures
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Organizational/prioritization skills
• Thorough understanding of fundraising databases
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work well with individuals of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines

How to Apply: Candidates should forward their full resumes to:
Kathy Hand
Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center
300 North 18th Street Phoenix, AZ 85006
Fax: 602-218-8716
E-mail: khand@autismcenter.org

Description: The stewardship coordinator will plan, coordinate and manage cultivation, recognition and stewardship events designed to increase awareness and support of the school. It is the purpose of this individual to assist in the building and strengthening of relationships with donors and donor prospects. This position also coordinates the donor scholarship program. For full position details, please go to http://www.thunderbird.edu/about_thunderbird/employment/index.htm

How to Apply: Please send resume to:
Thunderbird School of Global Management
Human Resources Ref. #1776
1 Global Place
Glendale, AZ 85306.
Or e-mail: HRresumes@t-bird.edu
EEO/MFDV

Description: The Leadership Annual Giving Officer manages and executes programs for associate- and leadership-level annual donors of $500 to $49,999.99 and will be responsible for developing a major gift pipeline. For full position details, please go to http://www.thunderbird.edu/about_thunderbird/employment/index.htm

How to Apply: Please send resume to:
Thunderbird School of Global Management
Human Resources Ref. #1775
1 Global Place
Glendale, AZ 85306.
Or e-mail: HRresumes@t-bird.edu
EEO/MFDV

Description: The Tucson Interfaith HIV/AIDS Network (TIHAN) seeks a 30-hour/week Administrative Assistant to oversee daily office operations and administrative volunteer staff. Responsibilities include management of a database, coordinating donor acknowledgement and recordkeeping, and maintaining office equipment and systems. Salary DOE; benefit package includes health/dental insurance.

Qualifications: This position requires Microsoft Office proficiency, including fluency in Microsoft Access. Position requires experience supervising a volunteer staff, substantial experience in office procedures, excellent communication and task management skills, sensitivity to HIV-related issues, and confidentiality.

How to Apply: Submit cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to scott@tihan.org or TIHAN, 1011 North Craycroft Road #301, Tucson, Arizona 85711. Full job description is available at http://www.tihan.org/ or by clicking here. Bilingual persons and persons living with HIV encouraged to apply. AA/EOE.

Description: The ACLU of Arizona, a private, nonprofit organization devoted to protecting civil rights and civil liberties, is seeking an experienced Development Director to direct and expand the fund development program for the ACLU and strengthen the links between the ACLU and its supporters. The Development Director is responsible for planning, supervising and executing the ACLU Foundation of Arizona’s major gifts program. The ACLU of Arizona has been chosen to receive a significant infusion of resources over the next 4 years to significantly grow and expand its programmatic and institutional capacity. This position provides an unprecedented opportunity to be part of this process by building a dynamic development program to sustain their growth. Responsibilities for this position include developing and implementing strategies for the cultivation of 200-250 prospective donors for gifts of at least $1000 and training board members and others for solicitations. The successful candidate will possess at least five years’ experience in fundraising, focusing on individual major gifts, particularly in advocacy or community-based organizations. CFRE accreditation is desirable.

How to Apply: For more information on this position, please visit http://www.acluaz.org/employment_opportunites.html. To apply, send a cover letter, resume, three professional references and a short, two-page business writing sample to: Alessandra Soler Meetze, Executive Director, ACLU Foundation of Arizona, Re: Development Director Search, P.O. Box 17148, Phoenix, AZ 85011, or e-mail to: ameetze@acluaz.org. Please put “Development Director” in the subject line.

Description: Chrysalis Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence is searching for an experienced grant writer. The position has a salary range of $34,000 - $36,000 with a generous benefits package.

Qualifications: The individual filling this position should have a bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications or a social service field and have a minimum of 2 years experience writing proposals in a nonprofit or business development setting. Additional experience or degrees in other fields may be substituted. Proven strong writing credentials are required. Candidate must demonstrate their ability to analyze grant requirements, think creatively, write strategically, have excellent verbal communication and research skills, be detail oriented, prioritize, multi-task, adhere to strict time deadlines, and be able to complete projects simultaneously when necessary. Must have knowledge of and the ability to segment budgets for potential grant applications. Essential computer-related skills include word processing, database management and presentation, and document lay-out. The ability to interact professionally and easily with donors, other staff, the public and the Chrysalis Board is essential. Other Requirements: Candidate must provide his/her own transportation and automobile insurance and have the ability to travel throughout the community. She/he must pass a fingerprint and background clearance as required by Chrysalis and ADHS licensure requirements. She/he must maintain current CPR and first aid certifications, as required by Chrysalis policies.

How to Apply: For more information on this position, or to apply, please contact Joseph Marrow at 602-955-9059, or e-mail jmarrow@noabuse.org.

Description: The Corporate and Foundation Gift Officer will create, implement and lead a comprehensive plan program to attract corporate and foundation philanthropic and sponsorship support for Thunderbird School of Global Management. This individual will identify, research, screen, cultivate, solicit and steward the Institution’s corporate and foundation constituency, and help orchestrate a new government grants effort. S/he will also ensure collaboration with faculty, administrative and other development and alumni relations staff in order to coordinate, encourage and support campus wide corporate and foundation giving activities. For full details on position, please go to http://www.thunderbird.edu/about_thunderbird/employment/index.htm

How to Apply: Please send resume to:
Thunderbird School of Global Management
Human Resources Ref. #1774
1 Global Place
Glendale, AZ 85306.
Or e-mail: HRresumes@t-bird.edu
EEO/MFDV

Description: The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA), is the nation’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to finding a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. They currently have a career opportunity available for an experienced Walk Manager in Phoenix, AZ to manage Take Steps Walk events in the Phoenix and Tucson markets. Position is based in the Scottsdale office. Responsibilities include implementation of two Take Steps Walks to meet and exceed the aggressive 2010 event goal of $250,000 (combined). The position is responsible to build relationships with companies, constituents, sponsors and donors. S/he works with volunteer committees related to event activities. Attracting talented, committed employees means offering a competitive salary and benefits package. EOE.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in management of special events fundraising, sales, marketing and public relations functions. Ability to close face-to-face sales and sponsorships. Ability to show proven success with achieving sales/fundraising goals. Strong volunteer recruitment and management skills, demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service and motivation to business and social leaders. Excellent planning, organizational and follow-up skills. Demonstrated professional and mature interaction with staff and leadership volunteers, sponsors, donors and others to engage them toward the achievement of event goals. Strong computer skills, proficient with MS Office suite (Convio a plus). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Flexibility to work nights and weekends pre- and post-Walk. Ability to travel to Tucson.

How to Apply: Qualified candidates may e-mail resumes to kgadberry@ccfa.org.

Description: The Donor Relations Associate will focus on expanding the current donor base, including all aspects of prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of corporate, foundation and individual donors. The position focuses on relationship development with the donor community to obtain support for annual, capital, planned-giving and endowment programs. This will be accomplished through strategic planning, effective grant writing and communication skills, individual activity, and by working in collaboration with others.

How to Apply: For more information, or to apply, visit http://phoenixzoo.org/working/job_application.aspx ?JOB_ID=100473.

Description: Central Arizona Shelter Services (CASS), the largest provider of homeless shelter and services to single adults in the Valley of the Sun, is looking for a Director of Fund Development for their location in the downtown Phoenix area. The mission of CASS is to empower men, women, and children with diverse needs to end their homelessness by providing shelter and supportive services. CASS offers a wide variety of services meeting the particular needs of the homeless community, including emergency shelter services; case management; employment services; dental services; and an accredited childcare program.

CASS seeks to hire a full-time Director of Fund Development ($60,000-$75,000) to create, lead and successfully execute diverse fund development plan to attain position and department quotas in fulfilling agency fiscal requirements and growth goals. Position manages fund development team (Donor and Community Relations Manager, Grants Manager and Development Coordinator) and related activities such as: marketing, public relations, grants, donor management and community relations.

CASS shelters over 1,000 clients per night at its main location on the Human Services Campus, its Men’s Outreach shelter, its Vista Colina family shelter, and Steele Commons, a permanent low-income housing complex. Come join this dedicated team whose purpose is to empower its clients to resolve their homelessness. EOE MFVD

How to Apply: For more information about CASS and to view the full description and required qualifications of this opening, please visit their Web site at http://www.cass-az.org.

Description: Catholic Charities Community Services has a Grants Manager position located in their central Phoenix office. This position is responsible for a variety of grant related activities including assisting in creating and implementing a comprehensive grant funding strategy from federal, state and private sources. This position will annually coordinate grant writing, identification, solicitation and stewardship to support the programs of Catholic Charities that cover central and northern Arizona. Starting salary is $50,000 to $60,000, depending upon experience and work history. Catholic Charities Community Services offers a complete benefits package including vacation, sick leave, holiday time. Ability to participate in Medical, Dental, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance plans also available.

Qualifications: Excellent writing skills, ability to work independently and strong networking abilities required. Qualified applicants will possess a bachelor’s degree in a related field and three to five years’ grants experience. Must have solid knowledge of federal, state and private foundation relations.

How to Apply: Resumes may be sent to: ldegroodt@cc-az.org, or fax to 602-285-3005.

Description: The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts seeks part-time Ticketing and Patron Services Sales Representatives to perform inbound and outbound sales of tickets, memberships and solicitation of annual fund contributions with excellent and positive customer relations at various venues for the Scottsdale Cultural Council. These individuals will receive and process phone, walk-up, and mail ticket orders, maintain customer service records and database, reconcile sales, mailing tickets, general bookkeeping and computer audits. Hours will vary from 12 to 25 hours per week with frequent evenings and weekends. If you enjoy working in a fun and fast-moving environment, have a passion for the performing and visual arts, are computer literate, can promote a positive patron services experience and enjoy a flexible work schedule then this position is for you! Salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a high school diploma, with some college course work in a related field and computerized ticketing experience. Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software a plus. Knowledge of Tessitura is preferred, but not required. Box office or patron services experience is strongly desired. Candidate must possess a positive, sales-oriented attitude, demonstrate problem-solving skills, have excellent time-management and provide consistently courteous customer relations to patrons. They must be experienced in working on the telephone and computer, word processing and spreadsheets, and must have a demonstrated ability to handle cash and credit card transactions with integrity. Fluency in two or more languages is a plus.

How to Apply: Submit letter of interest and resume to Resumes@sccarts.org. EOE. This position is open until filled; however, screening of qualified applicants will begin August 17th.

Description: The Tucson Interfaith HIV/AIDS Network (TIHAN) seeks a 15-hour/month Poz Café Kitchen/Menu Supervisor to engage congregational volunteers in providing a healthy, nutritious monthly lunch for people living with HIV/AIDS, ensuring safety and compliance with health department rules and regulations. Responsibilities include menu planning for large groups, kitchen operations, coordination of volunteers from sponsoring congregations, compliance with nutrition and health department guidelines. Salary DOE. AA/EOE.

Qualifications: This is a part-time position (up to 15 hours/month), including all-day availability on the 3 rd Thursday of each month (required). Must have working knowledge of menu planning for large groups, with emphasis on health and nutrition issues for special populations, and ability to supervise volunteers, experience in serving large groups and working under health department regulations. Requires current certification or ability to immediately obtain certification, sensitivity to HIV-related issues, interfaith and multi-cultural issues, and confidentiality. Bilingual persons and persons living with HIV encouraged to apply.

How to Apply: Submit cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to scott@tihan.org or TIHAN, 1011 North Craycroft Road #301, Tucson, Arizona 85711. Full job description is available at http://www.tihan.org/ or by clicking here.

Description: Since 1977, Sojourner Center has provided shelter and support services to thousands of individuals affected by domestic violence. Through empowerment, families discover hope and have the opportunity to build a new future free from domestic violence. All positions are responsible for providing support and resource for families in Sojourner Center’s Residential Programs. Support would include assisting families with basic needs and skill development in order to overcome the impact of domestic violence in their lives. Additionally, Family Advocates are responsible for providing childcare in a compassionate and empowering environment.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• One year of work experience, minimum
• Two years of post-secondary education or work experience in a related field, preferred
• Knowledge of the impact of domestic violence on families
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships and act as part of a team
• Self-motivation
• Customer service and communication skills
• General office and computer skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to pass a fingerprint clearance according to ADHS licensure
• Bilingual Spanish-English ability, preferred

How to Apply: For more information on this position, or to apply, please contact Gema Perry at 602-296-3333, or e-mail jobs@sojournercenter.org.

Description: Arizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL) is a 501c3 nonprofit corporation that offers and promotes programs designed to empower people with disabilities to take personal responsibility so they may achieve or continue independent lifestyles within the community. ABIL is looking for someone to serve as Assistant Executive Director and associate administrator of all corporate operations, which includes providing assistance with implementation and administration of center contracts, strategic planning, programs and policies. This person would be responsible for assisting the Executive Director with overall management of ABIL, encompassing fiscal and personnel management, community relations and funding, as well as, ensuring that the mission and resources reflect changing community needs. Competitive salary commensurate with experience. ABIL offers a complete benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 403b retirement plan with employer match.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree highly preferred.
• Extensive and appropriate experience (8+ years) may be considered in lieu of education.
• Knowledge of disability rights issues and principles and practices of independent living philosophy, services and delivery systems.
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge in financial management.
• Knowledge of human resource management laws, regulations, policies, procedures and processes relating to a variety of human resource management functions.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in working in the community and developing partnerships to accomplish common goals.
• Demonstrated capacity to work with diverse populations.
• Effective oral and written communications skills.
• Proven ability to develop and monitor services to persons with disabilities.
• Proven ability to supervise and evaluate program staff.
• Ability to travel as job necessitates.

The above listed essential functions and qualifications are not all-inclusive as changes and/or other responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should e-mail, fax, or mail a resume with a cover letter summarizing qualifications, compensation requirements, and experience to:
Phil Pangrazio
Executive Director
Arizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL)
5025 E. Washington Street, Suite 200
Phoenix, AZ 85034
602-296-0513
E-mail:philp@abil.org
Resumes accepted until July 31, or until the position is filled.

Description: The Salvation Army is seeking a high energy individual to assist the Volunteer Program Director in coordinating the efforts of nearly 4000 holiday volunteers. This position is seasonal and runs from October 1 through January 15, 2010.

Qualifications: If you are interested, you will need to: have a high school education or GED equivalent; be able to handle heavy incoming calls; be computer literate; have excellent attendance; have excellent oral and written communication skills; have knowledge of MS Word and Excel; have the ability to communicate effectively; have strong organizational skills; have strong problem-solving capabilities; be task and detail oriented; have the ability to prioritize while managing several projects simultaneously; and have the ability to work with the public, and appropriately represent The Salvation Army in the community.

How to Apply: For more information, contact Danielle Moore at danielle.moore@usw.salvationarmy.org.

Description: World Wildlife Fund-Mexico is seeking a Director of Institutional Development to build relationships with major donors and prospects and to develop new proposals for existing donors. S/he will also coordinate marketing strategies and coach staff on best practices. The candidate, who must live in or relocate to Mexico City, will work with donors and prospects in Mexico and the U.S. and should have experience in working with donors and volunteers. Candidate must be fluent in English and Spanish and have 5+ years’ experience in fundraising. Competitive compensation package.

How to Apply: Visit http://www.brakeleybriscoe.com/index.php ?/jobs/for more information. Applications due by August 31.

Description: Empowerment Specialists provide individual support to women as they face various life transitions, seek opportunities for new growth, and set personal and professional goals. Working collaboratively as part of the Personal Development Services team, their responsibilities include:

• Conducting strength based bio-psycho-social assessments during one-on-one sessions with clients
• Assisting clients in creating an action plan that links them to appropriate center and community resources
• Developing partnerships with other service providers and members of the community
• Providing immediate crisis intervention to clients in need
• Supporting clients in navigating community and state systems
• Conducting Fresh Start 101 Orientations

Qualifications:

• A master’s of social work is required. A bachelor’s of social work or degree in related field plus 3-5 years’ experience in a social service setting may substitute.
• Background in working with domestic violence victims and/or formerly incarcerated women, support group facilitation skills, experience with service planning, information and referral and crisis intervention is highly desired
• Basic computer skills required, excellent written and verbal communication skills, skill working with diverse populations is required
• Bilingual English and Spanish (required)
• Flexible schedule, part-time, but must be able to work some evenings and weekends
• Knowledge of nonprofit organizations, community resources, and issues impacting women (required)
• Salary range is $14-16/hour, depending on experience.

How to Apply: Please e-mail resume with cover letter to bdedolph@fswf.org. No phone inquiries, please.

Description: The Mentor Program Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the mentoring program, including recruiting, screening, orienting, supervising, and evaluating volunteer mentor and mentee matches. Salary range is $28-34,000 depending on education and experience. Working collaboratively as part of the Personal Development Services team, the coordinator’s responsibilities include the following:

• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Mentoring program, including maintaining regular contact with mentees and mentors, monitoring matches, and providing support services and resources as needed
• Screen applications, review them with Mentor Program Manager, interview all participants for the program, and facilitate the orientation and training program
• Assign, monitor and mediate matches between mentees and mentors, with assistance from the Mentor Program Manager if needed
• Coordinate annual mentee “graduation” and mentor “recognition” event with Mentor Program Manager, including soliciting donations, planning and coordinating the event

Qualifications: The right person for this job will have:

• A master’s degree with human service, volunteer management, or program coordination experience, preferred
• A bachelor’s degree with 3 years’ experience will be considered
• Knowledge of nonprofit organizations and issues impacting women is required
• Basic computer skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
• skill working with diverse populations (required)
• Experience in recruiting, screening, orienting, and evaluating program participants and/or volunteers
• Full- or part-time possibility. Flexible schedule, but must be able to work some evenings and weekends.
• Must have valid drivers license and transportation

How to Apply: Please e-mail resume with cover letter to bdedolph@fswf.org. No phone inquiries, please.

Description: The Child Watch Services Assistant supports the Child Watch Services Coordinator in effectively implementing all program activities within the Child Watch center for children from infants through age twelve. This position ensures that Child Watch programs are high quality and age appropriate. The Child Watch Services Assistant is responsible for compliance with all policies and procedures and the safety and welfare of all children in his/her care. The Child Watch Assistant works collaboratively with parents to make their child’s experience at the center pleasant for all. Salary range is $10-12/hour depending on education and experience.

Qualifications: The right person for this job will have:

• Current state approved first-aid and CPR certification
• Fingerprint and negative TB clearance
• Experience in caring for children of various ages
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with members of the staff, parents, volunteers, and community
• Ability to respond to high risk and emergency situations, required
• Skill working with diverse populations, required
• Full- or part-time possibility. Flexible schedule, but must be able to work some evenings and weekends.
• Bilingual English/Spanish, preferred

How to Apply: Please e-mail resume with cover letter to bdedolph@fswf.org. No phone inquiries, please.

Description: The Client Relations Specialist is the first point of contact for welcoming all women to Fresh Start. This position is intensely focused on providing exemplary customer service with a level of empathy and understanding of the diverse backgrounds and situations that bring women to the Center. Client Relations Specialists must be able to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Salary range is $10-13/hour depending on education and experience. Duties include:

• Answering a high volume of incoming phone calls
• Providing courteous and professional service and assistance to women entering Fresh Start
• Assist in ensuring efficient and effective day-to-day operations of the reception area
• Daily maintenance of computer records for workshop registration
• Maintain monetary records and perform daily reconciliation
• Some crisis management skills

Qualifications: The right person for this job will have:

• 1+ year(s) working in a high paced customer service environment
• Experience in a social service setting, preferred
• Interest in working with women, preferred
• Excellent communication and customer services skills, positive attitude and friendly demeanor
• Full- or part-time possibility. Flexible schedule, but must be able to work some evenings and weekends.
• Must be proficient with general office equipment, basic computer skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills (required)
• Skill working with diverse populations is required
• Bilingual English/Spanish, preferred

How to Apply: Please e-mail resume with cover letter to bdedolph@fswf.org. No phone inquiries, please.

Description: Southwest Network is a nonprofit organization that provides public sector behavioral health services for children and adults residing in Maricopa County, focusing on recovery and self-reliance. Southwest Network is the largest Provider Network Organization in Maricopa County, providing services to more than 7500 adults and 9000 children, either directly or through subcontracts with provider agencies. In this role, Case Mangers complete a training program that consists of in-classroom and on-the-job training in order to prepare for this critical role serving the seriously mentally ill (SMI) population in the Maricopa County Behavioral Health system.
Duties for this position include the following:

• Complete assessments and service plans as a member of the clinical team
• Implement services to recipients in accordance with individualized service plan (ISP)
• Communicate and document recipients’ progress toward their recovery
• Keep and track appropriate documentation
• Assist in maintaining, monitoring and modifying covered behavioral health services, as well as finding necessary resources to meet basic needs
• Conduct telephone or face-to-face interactions with individuals, families or other involved parties for the purpose of maintaining or enhancing their functionality
• Assist youth and family in securing needed services.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in Social Science is required, or any bachelor’s degree with 2 years of behavioral health experience may substitute.

How to Apply: For more information, please visit http://www.southwestnetwork.org, or e-mail hollym@southwestnetwork.org.

Description: Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest (LSS-SW) is seeking two part-time clinicians (LCSW or LPC) to provide counseling services in Pima County and Maricopa County respectively. Benefits and mileage reimbursement. Come join their client-centered team! EOE.

Qualifications: An active AZ license is required, and bilingual culturally diverse individuals are preferred.

How to Apply: Please fax resume to 748-2355 or e-mail cybarra@lss-sw.org.

Description: The clinician evaluates and assesses persons requesting services for domestic abuse, provides information and referrals, and enrolls patients in the appropriate programs services. Essential duties include the following: Develop curriculum in conjunction with Clinical Manager and facilitate specialized groups. Develop and present in-service training to direct service staff in conjunction with Clinical Manager Networks with community agencies, assessing available services appropriate to participant needs. Starting Salary $40,000. Benefits: PTO, Medical, Dental, 401k, other benefits.

Qualifications: This position requires active treatment/psychotherapy/counseling skills, assessment evaluation and triage experience. Crisis intervention techniques and case management and documentation experience are also desired. Additional position requirements include:

• A minimum of a master’s degree
• Must be licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a social worker, professional counselor or marriage and family therapist (preferred)
• A minimum of five years’ experience performing clinical work with families
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License, Proof of Automobile Insurance
• Fingerprint clearance
• Must be certified in CPR and First Aid
• Negative TB test

How to Apply: For more information on this position, or to apply, contact Janet Rico Uhrig at 520-795-8001, or e-mail janetu@emergecenter.org.

Description: Provide clinical direction and oversight to all programs and services for persons who have experienced domestic abuse. Starting Salary $50,000. Benefits: PTO, Medical, Dental, 401k, other benefits. Essential duties include the following:

• Supervise and direct professional staff within assigned unit to insure uniform interpretation and application of agency and contract policies.
• Evaluate and assess persons requesting services for domestic abuse and accept/enroll in appropriate program.
• Develop curriculum and facilitate specialized groups, in-service training.
• Provide on-call responsibilities.
• Manage program budgets.
• Network with community agencies, assessing available services appropriate to client needs.

Qualifications: This position requires active treatment/psychotherapy/counseling skills, assessment evaluation and triage experience. Crisis intervention techniques and case management and documentation experience are also necessary. Further position requirements include the following:

• A minimum of a master’s degree
• Must be licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a social worker, professional counselor or marriage and family therapist (required)
• A minimum of five years’ experience performing clinical work with families
• A minimum of three years’ supervisory or management experience with clinical staff.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License
• Proof of Automobile Insurance
• Fingerprint clearance
• Must be certified in CPR and First Aid
• Negative TB test

How to Apply: For more information on this position, or to apply, contact Janet Rico Uhrig at 520-795-8001, or e-mail janetu@emergecenter.org.

Description: Amistades, Inc., a local nonprofit agency serving Latinos in the areas of underage drinking and substance abuse prevention, is currently seeking a full-time Project Coordinator for the Amistades Substance Abuse Coalition. The Project Coordinator will be responsible for implementation of the coalition’s annual action plan and environmental prevention strategies to prevent youth substance abuse. Responsibilities will also include implementation of coalition building activities; administrative support; community leadership, and development and management of collaborations with community partners. Salary: $27, 0000-$30,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience.

Qualifications: Candidate should have a working knowledge of alcohol and substance abuse prevention programs, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to work independently, with limited supervision. A bachelor’s degree in a related field, plus two years’ experience in substance abuse prevention, (OR) a high school diploma and four years’ experience in substance abuse prevention is required. Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Word; Excel; PowerPoint; Publisher; Outlook; and Internet research. Bilingual English/Spanish ability is strongly preferred. Candidates must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license, have reliable transportation, current automobile insurance in the amount of $100,000/$300,000, and must consent to finger printing, drug testing, and background check.

How to Apply: The position will be open until filled. Please send resume and cover letter to P.O. Box 87361, Tucson, Arizona, 85754-7361.

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