Overview
Volunteer Board of Directors Member Jobs in Remote at SafeSteps Initiative
SafeSteps Initiative
The mission of SafeSteps Initiative is to offer compassionate, caring, and nonjudgmental support and resources for people who use drugs, guiding them toward healthier decisions and reducing the harms associated with substance use.
SafeSteps Initiative is a harm reduction based organization that is in rural Northern Michigan in Montmorency County. The opioid epidemic and substance use affects the people in this community and the surrounding areas just as much as it does in bigger cities. To carry out our mission our organization will engage in the following programs and activities:
- Recovery Housing – Providing safe, stable, and supportive residential environments for individuals in recovery from substance use disorders, in compliance with applicable Michigan licensing and zoning requirements
- Overdose Prevention Hotline – Operating a video-chat-capable hotline staffed by trained personnel to provide immediate support to individuals using drugs alone, reducing the risk of fatal overdose
- Syringe Service Program – Operating a syringe service program to provide sterile injection equipment, safe disposal services, and connections to care, in compliance with Michigan Public Health Code (MCL 333.7401a et seq.)
- Naloxone Distribution – Distributing Naloxone and providing training on its use for overdose reversal to community members, service providers, and people who use drugs
- Peer Recovery Coaching – Offering peer-based recovery support services, including one-on-one coaching, system navigation, and emotional support
- 12 Step and Mutual Aid Meetings – Hosting 12-Step Meetings and other mutual aid peer support groups as a meeting space and facilitator
- Overdose Prevention Education and Training – Providing community education, workshops, and trainings, on overdose prevention, harm reduction principles, and safer use practices
- Mobile Community Outreach – Operating mobile outreach services to deliver harm reduction supplies, information, referrals, and support to underserved communities across the Corporation’s service area
- Referral and Navigation Services – Connecting participants to substance use disorder treatment, mental health care, primary care, housing assistance, benefits enrollment, and other supportive services
Overview
Join our dynamic nonprofit organization as a Volunteer Board of Directors Member and play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction and governance of our mission-driven initiatives. This unpaid leadership position offers an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in nonprofit management, fundraising, and community engagement to make a meaningful impact. As a Board Member, you will collaborate with passionate professionals dedicated to advancing our programs, ensuring financial sustainability, and fostering strong community relationships. Your commitment will help us expand our reach and deepen our impact within the communities we serve.
Duties
- Provide strategic oversight and governance to ensure organizational effectiveness and compliance with legal and ethical standards
- Assist in developing, reviewing, and approving organizational policies, budgets, and strategic plans
- Support fundraising efforts by leveraging your network, participating in grant proposal development, and identifying new funding opportunities
- Oversee grant management processes including research, proposal writing, submission, and reporting to ensure successful grant funding acquisition
- Contribute to contract management activities such as reviewing agreements, ensuring compliance, and overseeing database management systems like Raiser’s Edge for donor tracking and reporting
- Engage in content editing and persuasive writing to craft compelling grant proposals, reports, and promotional materials
- Participate actively in board meetings, committee work, and special projects aligned with organizational priorities
Experience
- Proven experience in nonprofit foundation work or community organization leadership with a strong understanding of nonprofit governance structures
- Demonstrated success in fundraising within government agencies or other institutional settings
- Extensive background in grant proposal writing, grant case development, and grant funding research with a focus on securing financial support for nonprofit programs
- Familiarity with contract management, database management systems (especially Raiser’s Edge), and project management tools
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities such as program development, strategic planning, budgeting, and financial report writing
- Excellent research skills coupled with technical writing expertise for proposal development and content editing
- Previous experience in nonprofit program development or community outreach initiatives is highly desirable
Join us as a Volunteer Board Member to help steer our organization toward greater success! Your expertise will empower us to achieve our mission while fostering sustainable growth through innovative strategies and dedicated leadership.
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: Remote
Title: Volunteer Board of Directors Member
Company: SafeSteps Initiative
Location: Remote
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