Summary
Description
The RecoveryWorks Board is seeking to grow by one or more members. As a Board Member, your duties would include: developing and supporting implementation of the mission; overseeing finances; hiring and evaluating the Executive Director; fundraising; creating and maintaining a strategic vision; and acting as a representative of RecoveryWorks in the community.
Job Requirements:
- Interest in the RecoveryWorks mission
- Commitment to understanding and supporting the organization’s mission, policies, programs, and needs
- Demonstrated skills and experience in collaborating and communicating effectively with others who may have varying viewpoints
- Intellectual curiosity and ability to solve challenging problems
- Commitment to reading and understanding financial statements and Board materials, and providing feedback
- Full engagement as a fundraiser, active advocate and ambassador. This includes:
- Collaborating with RecoveryWorks marketing and development staff
- Participating in and/or hosting fundraisers or campaigns
- Promoting RecoveryWorks
- Leveraging connections, networks, and resources to develop collective action to achieve RecoveryWorks’ mission
- Making an annual, personal financial contribution in an amount of your choice
- Prepare for, attend, and participate in monthly Board meetings, special Board meetings, and committees
- Engage in learning opportunities to better understand the community your organization serves and nonprofit Board service
- Time commitment of 3-5 hours per month
- Ability to complete a 2-year term of Board service
Preferred qualifications. In addition, preference will be given to candidates who:
- Have previous experience serving as a Board member for a nonprofit; or
- Demonstrate specific interest and passion for the RecoveryWorks’ mission through work or lived experience, volunteer work, or by other means;
- Have expertise in a subject matter area relevant to work on the Board. Examples include but are not limited to: marketing, development, legal, finance, accounting, or community development. The board currently particularly welcomes finance and legal expertise, but encourages everyone who meets the requirements to apply.
Our Commitment to our applicants
Board Members will be selected based solely on their qualifications as outlined above. RecoveryWorks welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, and we understand that not every candidate will meet every requirement listed in the job description. If you’re excited about the role and believe you can contribute to our Board, we encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed. We believe that diversity of perspectives and experiences is essential to our success as an organization. Don’t hesitate to take the leap and apply today!
For More Information:
Email Colleen Osborne, Board Chair, at cosborne@recoveryworkstoday.org with any questions.
To Apply:
Complete this Google Form and send a resume to cosborne@recoveryworkstoday.org
Application Deadline: Wed. Feb. 28, 2026
We utilize evidence-based practices of trauma-informed and person-centered care to provide and facilitate access to comprehensive and integrated services including: case management, housing navigation, employment supports, behavioral health services and primary care.
