Executive Director

Joyful Connections is a 501 C3 nonprofit looking for a new Executive Director. Please send your resume to Kristen Gerwin, the HR Chair, for the Joyful Connections Board of Directors, at [email protected]. A bachelor’s degree in social work, human and family development, social services or a similar field is required. Three to five years working with families and children is preferred. Starting salary range is $43,000.00 – $48,000.00.

  • Duties and responsibilities include:
  • Lead and coordinate day-to-day operations at the agency.
  • Grant writing and researching possible funding sources.
  • Participating in meetings and discussions with community partners, area businesses and individuals.
  • Manage funds, create budgets, and write checks for the agency to ensure all invoices received are paid.
  • Oversee all staff including the Program Manager and Visitation Monitors.
  • Maintain and update the website and social media accounts.
  • Record program statistics and provide this data to the Board of Directors at monthly meetings.
  • Provide Court testimony when required.
  • Assist with visitations or exchanges as needed.
  • Qualifications:
  • Pass State and Federal criminal background checks.
  • Possess the ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
  • Possess the ability to de-escalate interpersonal situations and resolve conflict.
  • Have good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with office equipment and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and Access.
  • Knowledge and experience with grant writing.
  • Knowledge of bookkeeping and ability to operate financial software.
  • The ability to work various days and hours required, including some evenings, Saturdays, Sundays and some holidays if necessary.