REMOVING THE STIGMA

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17325 Euclid Avenue4043Cleveland, OH 44112 United States

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Program Assistant Intern/ Volunteer

Flexible Schedule | Cleveland, OH 44112

Program Assistant Removing the Stigma (RTS) is looking for a hardworking, motivated, results-orientated, quick learner, and team player individual to add to our team as a Program Prevention Assistant to help with the launch of our new program, Youth Life Cleve. This position requires organizational collaboration, projects and event preparations and data entry, strong attention to detail, sound judgment, leadership skills and interpersonal relation skills. About Removing The Stigma The mission of Removing The Stigma is to educate, empower, and offer hope to individuals while removing the stigma associated with mental illness and suicide, with the vision to bring mental and emotional wellness to the communities we serve. About Youth Life Cleve The purpose of the Youth Live Cle (YLC) Program is to change the mindset around how suicide and mental illness is interpreted and believed by African American youth and their parents or trusted adults. It addresses the generations of cultural stigmatized beliefs within communities which has caused mental illness and suicide to be stigmatized. The program is designed to empower youth to express their feelings and personal opinions openly, honestly, in a safe space without fear of judgment or retaliation, creating a healthy atmosphere, which helps to reduce stigma, while encouraging youth to seek help. Responsibilities and Duties: Prepare program event calendar Process and maintain databases related to donor, fundraising, etc Maintain client and volunteer databases Assist with the creation of promotional materials, mailing, and website content update Ensure that organization stay within in budget for various projects Ensure weekly meeting schedules, correspondence with parties involved with program and other duties as required Constantly promoting YLC and its mission on various social media platforms May require some in-state travel Other duties which may arise in as the program grows Educational Qualifications High School diploma, or associate degree Basic understanding of mental health and suicide prevention awareness is preferred but not required Knowledge of the nonprofit industry is preferred but not required Required Skills Must be proficient in MS office including word, excel, and One Note Google workspace Strong verbal and written communication skills Great team player Experience working with at risk youth Ability to work independently and with a team Maintain a high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and productivity Job Type: Intern/Part-time Benefits: The opportunity to engage in ongoing professional development of the mission and vision of the organization. Schedule: 8-15 hours a week Location: Removing The Stigma 17325 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44112

Date Posted: 2024-11-11

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Mission Statement

To educate, empower, cultivate hope, and promote mental and emotional wellness, while removing the stigma associated with mental illness and suicide.

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Removing The Stigma (RTS) is a grassroots non-profit organization founded by Denise Holcomb in 2015. RTS focuses on mental illness and suicide prevention awareness. The mission of RTS is to educate and bring awareness to the African American community about mental illness and introduce the concepts and foundations of suicide prevention and awareness. We collaborate with other similar organizations to offer:

Support Groups for caregivers who care for individuals with mental illness
Training on mental and emotional health and suicide prevention
Faith-based Mental and Emotional Wellness Groups for Men and Women
We developed a web-based platform on the RTS website which mainly houses resources for the community.

MEMBERSHIPS:
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Ohio Chapter
NAMI of Greater Cleveland
Mental Health & Addiction Advocacy Coalition
Copeland Center for Wellness and Recovery
National Empowerment Center
H.O.P.E. Alliance in Singapore, Asia
Emerge Coaching Network

Executive Director Denise Holcomb received the NAMI Scott Adamson Memorial in May 2021 for her leadership achievement in the community as a Mental Health Peer.

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