Remote Deputy Director – Family Support

Best Buddies International; Bloomington (IN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Best Buddies International is seeking a Deputy Director, Family Support to lead state-wide family support initiatives in a remote-capable role. The position demands travel, leadership of volunteers, and collaboration with healthcare partners to advance programs for individuals with IDD.

The role requires a degree or equivalent experience, strong writing/presentation skills, and comfort with community engagement across Ohio and neighboring regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or at least four years relevant experience.
• Experience in program development and leading volunteers.
• Nonprofit experience preferred and must believe deeply in our organization's mission.
• Superior persuasive writing and presentation skills with the ability to inspire others and articulate the mission, goals, and activities of Best Buddies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, digital meeting software, and learning & development facilitation software.
• Understanding of best practices in parental issues and the challenges faced by families with IDD.
• Superior project management skills and ability to multitask.
• Self-motivation, drive for results, and ability to lead volunteers to meet goals.
• Willingness to travel and engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Comfort engaging with corporate/community leaders, parents, medical professionals, and people with IDD.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day operations of Family Support program in the area.
• Travels to recruit mentors/mentees and promote the program in the community.
• Implements Buddies and Siblings programs including volunteer training and management.
• Collaborates with colleagues to meet established Family Support goals.
• Develops strategies to identify and engage mentors, mentees, and participants.
• Oversees mentor/mentee matching and leads local training.
• Identifies potential participants and manages database inquiries.
• Coordinates local community socials at least 3–4 times per year.
• Recruits and supports community volunteers to raise awareness in healthcare and general population.
• Works with supervisor on program evaluation and reporting.
• Led by example, adapts leadership style for volunteers and goals.

Skills

Program development

Volunteer leadership

Nonprofit experience

Microsoft Office

Public speaking

Persuasive writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience

Tools

Digital meeting software

Learning & development tools

Volunteer management software

Job description

Best Buddies International is seeking a Deputy Director, Family Support to lead state-wide family support initiatives in a remote-capable role. The position demands travel, leadership of volunteers, and collaboration with healthcare partners to advance programs for individuals with IDD.

The role requires a degree or equivalent experience, strong writing/presentation skills, and comfort with community engagement across Ohio and neighboring regions.