Jobs & Board Positions
We currently have no open positions.
Internships
NAMI Central Texas offers unpaid internship positions for individuals wishing to gain hands-on experience in the non-profit sector.
Please note, we do not offer clinical internships.
To learn more about NAMI Central Texas and the programs our internships support, please watch the Volunteer Information Session recording on our volunteer page.
There are no intern positions open at this time.
Current applicants
If you are selected for an in-person or virtual interview, a member of our staff will contact you. If you are not selected, you will be notified via email within one month of the end of the application deadline. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected]. Due to limited availability, please do not call or stop by the office without an appointment.
Communication & Events Intern - Closed
Work with the Communication & Events Coordinator to promote programs and mental health education through social media and community events.
Job Description (pdf)
Child & Youth Programs Internship - Closed
Work with the Child & Youth Program Coordinator on various projects related to our programming in schools and for parents.
Program Support Internship - Open
Work with the program team to organize and support NAMI Central Texas programs.
Job Description (pdf)
Job Description (pdf)
Expansion/Outreach Intern - Closed
Work with our Program Expansion Coordinator on expansion projects and online programming.
Job Description (pdf)
<h3>Application Process</h3>
To apply for an internship, complete all application steps.
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<li>Submit your <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDF9en2ziOg3dRw2Xc1Je1Uicq2TisUNhthrWLB7zIoI1pHg/viewform?usp=sf_link" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Internship Application</a> form.</li>
<li>Submit your cover letter and resume <a href="https://script.google.com/macros/s/AKfycbwDzZoOCrtK6LPydl8BUAL3HCmy3d9MEaG9VDinwY3txTBTkp4/exec" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</li>
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<em>Please note, your application will not be considered if you do not submit both your cover letter and resume. Please save these documents as a PDF and use your name as the document name.</em>
<strong>Current applicants</strong>
If you are selected for an in-person or virtual interview, a member of our staff will contact you. If you are not selected, you will be notified via email within one month of the end of the application deadline. If you have any questions, please email us at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>. Due to limited availability, please do not call or stop by the office without an appointment.
Communication & Events Intern - Closed
Work with the Communication & Events Coordinator to promote programs and mental health education through social media and community events.
Job Description (pdf)
Child & Youth Programs Internship - Closed
Work with the Child & Youth Program Coordinator on various projects related to our programming in schools and for parents.
Program Support Internship - Open
Work with the program team to organize and support NAMI Central Texas programs.
Job Description (pdf)
Job Description (pdf)
Expansion/Outreach Intern - Closed
Work with our Program Expansion Coordinator on expansion projects and online programming.
Job Description (pdf)
NAMI Central Texas is seeking a Program Manager to oversee Family & Community programs. This role will be responsible for all aspects of providing and managing family and community programs, including planning and program delivery; recruiting, training, supporting, and retaining volunteers/interns; and adhering to program requirements.
Program Manager Job Description pdf
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to [email protected]
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. NAMI Central Texas will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
Current Openings
NAMI Central Texas BIPOC Program Intern (Fall 2022) (2 positions)
Job Description (pdf)
NAMI Central Texas offers unpaid internship positions for individuals interested in a career in mental health who wish to gain hands-on experience in the non-profit sector. The Program Support Intern has the unique opportunity to learn about mental health services in the Central Texas area while making an impact on the operation of our organization. Join us in eliminating the stigma surrounding mental health conditions, affecting positive changes in the mental health system, and increasing the public and professional understanding of mental health conditions. Visit namicentraltx.org to find out more about what we do!
Internship Summary
The BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) Program Intern will work closely with the supervisor to complete projects and tasks related to specific BIPOC projects at NAMI Central Texas. Tasks will include (but are not limited to) creating strategic outreach plans for specific BIPOC communities, creating materials to meet specific grant requirements, assisting with the organization, and delivery of Advisory Committee sessions.
Details
- Hours per week: dependent upon school requirements
- 5 -15 hours per week
- Fall 2022
- Must be able to work evening hours with occasional daytime availability preferred
- All work will be remote until further notice
Primary Responsibilities
- Observes and assist Program Coordinators/ Program Leaders to learn about areas of career interest.
- Assists with the development of materials for specific BIPOC communities that meet grant requirements
- Assists with creating outreach plan to share BIPOC materials within specific communities
- Assists with the development of culturally specific materials (in specific languages) for BIPOC communities
- Assists, as necessary, with researching, collecting, and organizing data, performing analyses, and preparing reports to supplement knowledge gained through academic courses.
- Researches community resources and outreach strategies in order to increase NAMI
Central TX presence in BIPOC communities service. - Attends outreach events and collaboration meetings in the community as a representative of NAMI Central Texas
- Provides virtual/IT support for all types of programming when needed
- Assists with data collection, data entry, and data reports for programs on several different platforms.
- Performs related duties as required and/or assigned.
Qualifications
- Lived experience preferred (Individuals living with mental health conditions and/or
individuals who have a family member living with a mental health condition) - Applicant must be a recent graduate or student working toward a degree
- Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
- Exceptional written and verbal communications skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Solid grasp of key technology (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), cloud-based software (Dropbox and Drive), design tools (Canva), and social media platforms & management tools
To apply, submit your application, resume and cover letter here.
NAMI Central Texas Program Support Intern (Fall 2022) (3 positions)
Job Description (pdf)
NAMI Central Texas offers unpaid internship positions for individuals wishing to gain hands-on experience in mental health and the non-profit sector. As a NAMI Intern, you will support our missions of eliminating the stigma surrounding mental illnesses; affecting positive changes in the mental health system, and increasing the public and professional understanding of mental illnesses. Visit www.namicentraltx.org to find out more about what we do!
Internship Summary
The Program Support Intern is a non-paid position working directly with the Programming Team on the planning, development, coordination, implementation, and reporting of all NAMI Central Texas education programs, presentations, and outreach.
Details
- 5 -15 hours per week
- Fall 2022 & Spring 2023 (preferred)
- Must be able to work evening hours with occasional daytime availability preferred
- All work will be remote until further notice
Primary Responsibilities
- Observe and assist Program Coordinators/ Program Leaders to learn about areas of career interest
- Assist, as necessary, in the coordination, administration, and monitoring of programs
- Assist, as necessary, with researching, collecting, and organizing data, performing analysis, and preparing reports to supplement knowledge gained through academic courses
- Perform administrative duties in support of program logistics and materials
- Research community resources and outreach strategies in order to increase NAMI Central TX's presence in all service areas
- Attend outreach events and collaboration meetings in the community as a representative of NAMI Central Texas
- Provide virtual/IT support for all types of programming when needed
- Assist with data collection, data entry, and data reports for programs on several different platforms
- Perform related duties as required and/or assigned
Qualifications
- Lived experience preferred (Individuals living with mental health conditions and/or individuals who have a family member living with a mental health condition)
- Current college students who are interested in social services, operations, and outreach in a nonprofit organization.
- Bilingual (preferred)
- Respect and compassion for people affected by mental health conditions
- Excellent organizational skills, and ability to prioritize and work independently
- Attention to detail
- Self-starter who is action-oriented
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a supportive, empathetic style
- Proficiency with Gmail, Google Forms, and Google Sheets or similar applications
To apply, submit your application, resume and cover letter here.
Current Openings
Board Member - Accepting volunteers
NAMI Central Texas is currently accepting volunteer interest forms for three to five members of the board. The Board of Directors completed an assessment and is prioritizing volunteers with experience in the following key areas that would benefit the organization: DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) experience, fundraising and development, financial management, and connections to the tech industry. We are not limiting volunteers to these areas, so we welcome volunteers with other experiences. For questions or clarification, please email [email protected].
Please review the following documents before applying:
All interested individuals should click here to fill out the online interest form and submit a resume or CV.
Deadline: August 18, 2022