The Massachusetts Council of Human Services Providers, Inc. is the largest state-wide membership association for community-based organizations providing social, rehabilitation, education and health care services to one in ten citizens across the Commonwealth. It is widely recognized as the leading voice for change within this sector $2.6 billion sector. People served include: individuals with mental, developmental and physical disabilities, people who are homeless, the frail elderly, abused children or those in danger of abuse, victims of domestic violence, troubled children and others.

We seek an energetic part-time person to help administer state-wide communications project. Goal on grant-funded program is to administer effort to "reframe" human service messages to build positive public perceptions about government and to build funding for human service programs. Responsibilities include: organizing speakers bureau among members, assist with training programs, message coaching with participants, assisting members with local media efforts, work on list/serv used as a training and coaching tool and to help seek additional funding. Job will require 24 hours per week through June 30.

Applicant should have strong writing skills, background in communications/marketing, and be familiar with state government and human services. Ability to travel within state.

Experience:

Some experience working with news media. Strong writing skills. Demonstrated ability to motivate and organize people toward a common goal.

Education:

Minimum of a B.A.

$15 per hour

Email mripple@providers.org with cover letter and resume