Advocacy Lead

Advocacy Lead Mental Health Association in New Jersey, Inc. Springfield, NJ Job Details Full-time $90,000 - $120,000 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Law Writing skills Master's degree Driver's License Team management

Legislation Full Job Description Summary of Position:

The Mental Health Policy and Advocacy GA Lead position will play a key role in the Government Affairs (GA) Team's ability to successfully achieve its goals of improving the lives of individuals and their families living with mental health and substance use conditions. Government Affairs works to systemically improve the behavioral health system of care through legislative and policy advocacy.

This position will:

• Expand MHANJ advocacy presence in NJ
• Enhance family networks for advocacy to support our policy initiatives
• Promote advocacy through organizing meetings and forums to support our initiatives, positions and practices throughout the state.
• Along with GA team, grow and maintain strong legislative networks and advocate for and develop family support systems
• Represent MHANJ on internal and external committees assigned is a member of the GA team. Qualifications
• Master's degree in relevant field (e.g. mental health, policy or law)
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• 5 years (or equivalent) of policy, behavioral health or legislative experience for federal, state or county governments
• Proven management skills
• Ability to work effectively both individually and as a team member
• Ability to present and reflect the positive values of MHANJ Excellent knowledge of Microsoft suite and technology
• Valid NJ driver's license in good standing and reliable transportation MHANJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We encourage and welcome diverse candidates to apply for any position you are qualified for to bring your unique perspective to our agency.

Pay:

$90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person