NEW IN THE DIGEST TODAY   

VOCAL's Advocacy Committee to Meet Weekly - Posted 1.16  

VOCAL Launches "Whole Health Network" (VWHN) - Posted 1.2

In the first published e-digest each month, VOCAL will offer information about whole health topics. Each month the focus will change as we rotate through topics such as smoking cessation, nutrition, exercise, mindfulness, etc. encouraging your capacity to take control over your own total health and wellness.  

Please also visit our FB page for our "Wellness Wednesday" tips! https://www.facebook.com/VOCAL.Inc

VWHN Topic #1

Smoking Cessation Help:  

"I really want to try to stop smoking but how do I do it?"

Here are some tips: 

http://smokefree.gov/ 

Webinar: "Expanding Your Social Media Presence" - Posted 4.24

May 1st, from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

Webinar: Support and Services for LGBT Youth in Recovery - Posted 4.24

Thursday, May 8th

1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

Register here

This webinar will present information about the experiences of youth, barriers to accessing existing youth-oriented recovery supports, promising approaches to LGBT-specific youth programming and best practices for engaging LGBT youth and fostering safe and inclusive environments.

VETERANS CORNER

Veterans Group to Launch Suicide Prevention Campaign - Posted 3 27

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/federal-eye/wp/2014/03/24/veterans-group-to-launch-suicide-prevention-campaign/

Disability Benefits for Veterans Who Have a Veterans Affairs Compensation Rating of 100% Permanent and Total - Posted 2.27

Veterans Peer Support Group Offered at On Our Own of Roanoke Valley - Posted 2.6

Mondays, at 1:00 p.m.

For further information, call: 540.362.0061

Veterans' Advisory Council Forming - Posted 1.23  

Friends 4 Recovery Whole Health Center is a non-profit organization where individuals with lived mental health experiences can take ownership of their own recovery. We offer recovery focused classes, a variety of groups (including support groups), and one-on-one Wellness Coaching/Peer Counseling for Chesterfield County and the greater Richmond area.

At Friends 4 Recovery all members of our staff are individuals who are living in mental health recovery. The Executive Director will be someone who has lived experiences of mental health crisis and has a strong background in recovery education (CELT, WRAP, and Peer Support Specialist preferred).

We are looking for an individual who has strong communication and organizational skills and has the qualifications and experience to lead Friends 4 Recovery in all aspects of running a nonprofit.

The Executive Director will be responsible for a variety of duties, including providing

community outreach, performing administrative tasks, maintaining financial oversight,

overseeing program and funds development, and skillfully supervising and managing a staff.

Additionally, the Executive Director will maintain an atmosphere of wellness and support at the Center that allows the members to feel empowered as they move forward on their road to recovery.

Please note that we intend to expand the budget and community service capacity of Friends 4 Recovery significantly, particularly regarding employment opportunities for people with lived experiences of mental health crisis. The successful candidate should have a proven track record of skillfully and sustainably growing programming.

Salary:$36,000

How to apply: Please email a resume and three references to: friends4recovery0@gmail.com.

If you have any questions regarding the position contact Cindy Eubank at 804.447.2873 or 804.380.1106 or Verena  McCall at 804.350.9699.

Job Opening for Communications Specialist (NOVA) - Posted 4.17

The ENDependence Center of Northern Virginia (ECNV) is a 30 year-old nonprofit organization that provides direct services and advocacy and supports individuals with disabilities to live independently and maximize their potential. We provide peer mentoring, life skills education, travel training and assistance with Medicaid and other programs.

Applicants should have a successful and demonstrable record of website design and content management; print media design and production; outstanding and polished writing and editing skills; and enthusiasm for promoting and advancing opportunities for people with disabilities. An understanding of web and other accessibility guidelines for individuals with visual, auditory and other disabilities is key to our work. At least two years of related experience in a business environment are desired and a portfolio of work should be available for ECNV's review. A demonstration of writing, editing, design, social media and web skills will be part of the interview process.

ECNV provides a supportive work environment. We are located at the Courthouse Metro. The salary range for this position, depending on qualifications and experience, is $37,500 to $45,000. We offer excellent benefits, including paying full health care coverage and three weeks of paid vacation annually.

We will consider only applications that include all of the following: 1) your resume, 2) a cover letter, 3) a writing sample, and 4) links or attachments that demonstrate your graphics and web design skills to:Jobs@ecnv.org or by mail to Jobs, ECNV, 2300 Clarendon Blvd., Suite 305, Arlington, VA 22201; or fax to 703/525-3585. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, April 30, 2014.  

ECNV is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.