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We grow our impact with people who lead by example and demonstrate passion for advancing healthy communities.
By working across the lifespan, we can ensure best prevention, treatment, and recovery supports are available to everyone.
Our Current Positions:
Program Coordinator (RBHAO)
Full-time benefits include:
Health and dental insurance plans
100% employer-funded HRA ($5,000/$10,000)
14 paid
holidays
Additional vacation
and sick time
Dependent-care reimbursement
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Retirement
plan options
STD/Disability
coverage
Amplify, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability status.
Program Coordinator (RBHAO)
We are seeking a Program Coordinator to support functions of the Regional Behavioral Health Action Organization (RBHAO) and related programs including those that focus on vaping, opioid response, suicide prevention, recovery-friendly initiatives, substance misuse, problem gambling, and mental health promotion.
full-time (37.5 hours)
4-year degree, masters preferred
$50,000-$65,000 commensurate with experience
- Support successful completion of contracted deliverables.
- Support local coalitions and mini-grant recipients operating within the municipalities.
- Promote interdisciplinary collaboration with other coalitions that focus on vaping, opioid response, suicide prevention, substance misuse, and mental health promotion.
- Identify and develop resources for schools, law enforcement, local towns, and communities.
- Develop and conduct community education presentations, training, outreach, and awareness events.
- Promote best practices and utilize the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF).
- Promote recovery-friendly practices and recovery-oriented care
- Serve as a data champion, enter/summarize data for reports, briefs, and presentations.
- Organize and support agency initiatives as a member of the team.
- Ensure lived experiences inform efforts.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Amplify Executive Director.
- Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.
- Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) or Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) or willing to obtain certification.
- Bachelor’s degree in health-related discipline, business/public administration, or related experience.
- Minimum 2 years in a business/nonprofit setting, or related experience.
- Knowledge/experience in behavioral health field a plus (substance use, mental health)
- Self-starter, ability to work independently and manage priorities.
- Computer skills (Microsoft Office)
We understand what it takes to do this work well and be well. We offer competitive benefits including:
- Paid time off includes: fourteen holidays, plus vacation and sick time
- Health and dental insurance
- 100% Employer-sponsored HRA
- Dependent care reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- STD/Disability coverage
- Retirement plan options
To apply: Email resume and cover letter to careers@amplifyct.org with “Program Coordinator” in the title. To be considered, a cover letter must be included with resume.
Program Manager
Suicide Prevention
We are seeking a Program Manager to lead all aspects of the regional suicide prevention program.
Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hours)
Salary: Please inquire, commensurate with experience
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate all aspects of the Regional Suicide Advisory Board (RSAB) and regional workplan.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in suicide prevention best practices.
- Build regional and community-level capacity and readiness to prevent and respond to suicide (postvention).
- Lead/attend regional coalitions, state boards, and committees in service as a strategic community partner.
- Coordinate outreach and training efforts with local partners including community groups, schools, health
systems, towns, first responders, law enforcement, veteran serving organizations, and other coalitions. - Provide routine supervision to team member(s).
- Cultivate a positive and coherent team culture, emphasizing collaboration, shared goals, and engagement.
- Promote interdisciplinary collaboration with other community coalitions.
- Ensure lived experiences inform efforts.
- Promote best practices and utilize the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF).
- Complete reports on program activities.
- Organize and support agency initiatives as a member of the management team of Amplify.
- Attend professional development as requested or as required for accreditation/ certification.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Amplify Executive Director.
- Master’s degree preferred in health-related discipline or public administration.
- Knowledge/experience in suicide prevention/mental health promotion.
- Minimum one year supervisory/managerial experience strongly preferred.
- Minimum three years in a healthcare/human services setting.
- Ability to capture and translate accurate data related to program management.
- Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) trainer or willing to obtain.
Professional Licensure/Certification:
- Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) or willing to obtain certification.
- 14 paid holidays
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Medical and dental insurance
- Company paid HRA
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training and development opportunities
- Short-term disability insurance
- 403(b) Retirement plan
To apply: Email resume and cover letter to careers@amplifyct.org with “Program Manager” in the title. To be considered, a cover letter must be included with resume.
Local Coalition Leader
2 Positions
We are seeking two Local Coalition Leaders to support the Partnership for Success 5-year grant aimed at reducing access to alcohol among youth in the Bolton, East Hartford, and East Windsor communities. Two (2) positions are available in Bolton and East Windsor. Ideal applicants reside in an identified town.
Job Type: Part-time (5 hours/week)
Salary: $26.00/hour
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- Coordinate monthly/routine coalition meetings, initiatives, and strategies.
- Ensure clear communication between the sector represented and the coalition.
- Increase membership of the local coalition.
- Engage and outreach community partners to participate in coalition activities and campaigns.
- Record and maintain minutes and related documentation of meetings and activities.
- Attend coalition sponsored training, meetings, and community events.
- Coordinate volunteers and sector partners for events and prevention initiatives.
- Coordinate the implementation and delivery of all required materials including surveys.
- Help compile data and reports describing coalition efforts; create infographics.
- Act as a positive role model for youth, families, and peers and support the coalition’s mission.
- Flexible hours and have evening and weekend availability.
- Respect the rights of coalition members to hold their own individual opinions and beliefs.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience or history of volunteer work, community engagement, meeting facilitation.
- Must be a resident of the identified towns of Bolton or East Windsor.
- Possess strong leadership and organizational skills and be familiar with or willing to learn principles of parliamentary procedure.
- Passion / vested interest in civic engagement and advocating for youth substance use prevention.
- Be willing to learn the Strategic Prevention Framework
To apply: Email resume and cover letter to careers@amplifyct.org with “Coalition Leader” in the title. To be considered, a cover letter must be included with resume.
Program Coordinator (Partnership for Success)
We are seeking a Program Coordinator to support the Partnership for Success 5-year grant aimed at reducing access to alcohol among youth in the Bolton, East Hartford, and East Windsor communities.
Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hours)
Salary: $54,500 – 70,000
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- Lead and coordinate all aspects of the Partnership for Success (PFS) program.
- Successfully implement the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) and work plan.
- Build capacity of the Local Prevention Councils (LPC) in the service area, support sustainability efforts.
- Coordinate outreach and community education efforts with local partners including community groups, schools, and other relevant coalitions.
- Promote interdisciplinary collaboration with other community coalitions.
- Support lead evaluator with needs assessment and evaluation; ensure lived experiences inform efforts.
- Complete reports on program activities.
- Organize and support agency initiatives as a member of the team and supervise Youth Peer Advocates.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Amplify Executive Director.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in health-related discipline or related experience.
- Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) or must be willing to obtain certification.
- Minimum 2 years in a business/nonprofit setting.
- Knowledge/experience in substance misuse prevention/mental health promotion.
- Self-starter, ability to work independently and manage priorities.
- Ability to capture and translate accurate data related to program management.
- Proven ability to engage and collaborate with communities.
- Paid time off includes: 14 holidays, plus vacation and sick time.
- Health and dental insurance plus medical flexible spending
- 100% Employer-sponsored HRA.
- Dependent care reimbursement.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- STD/Disability coverage
- Retirement plan options
To apply: Email resume and cover letter to careers@amplifyct.org with “PFS Coordinator” in the title. To be considered, a cover letter must be included with resume.
Program Manager (Suicide Prevention)
We are seeking a Program Manager to lead all aspects of suicide prevention programming to build region-wide and community-level capacity and readiness to prevent and respond to suicide.
Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hours)
Salary: $60,000-$75,000
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- Lead and coordinate all aspects of the Regional Suicide Advisory Board.
- Implement the regional workplan and ensure its connection with the State Plan.
- Build capacity in the service area, and support sustainability efforts.
- Collaborate with other RSABs, the CT Suicide Advisory Board (CTSAB), and committees.
- Coordinate outreach and education efforts with local partners including community groups, schools, health systems, towns, first responders, law enforcement, and other relevant coalitions.
- Promote interdisciplinary collaboration with other community coalitions.
- Ensure lived experiences inform efforts.
- Promote best practices and utilize the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF).
- Complete reports on program activities.
- Organize and support agency initiatives as a member of the team.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Amplify Executive Director.
- Bachelor’s degree in health-related discipline, business/public administration, or related experience.
- Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) or must be willing to obtain certification.
- Minimum 2 years in a health/human services setting.
- Knowledge/experience in suicide prevention/mental health promotion.
- Self-starter, ability to work independently and manage priorities.
- Ability to capture and translate accurate data related to program management.
- Proven ability to engage and collaborate with communities.
- Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) trainer or willing to obtain.
- Paid time off includes: 14 holidays, plus vacation and sick time.
- Health and dental insurance plus medical flexible spending
- 100% Employer-sponsored HRA.
- Dependent care reimbursement.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- STD/Disability coverage
- Retirement plan options
To apply: Email resume and cover letter to careers@amplifyct.org with “Program Manager, Suicide Prevention” in the title.
To be considered, a cover letter must be included with resume.
Program Manager
We are seeking a Program Manager to coordinate functions of the Regional Behavioral Health Action Organization (RBHAO) and related programs including those that focus on opioid response, suicide prevention, substance misuse, problem gambling, and mental health.
Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hours)
Salary: $60,000-$75,000
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- Serve as a key liaison to support needs assessment, local capacity building, and sustainability efforts.
- Manage oversight of the Local Prevention Councils (LPC) operating within the municipalities.
- Provide routine supervision to team member(s).
- Cultivate a positive and coherent team culture, emphasizing collaboration, shared goals, and engagement.
- Promote best practices and utilize the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF).
- Coordinate technical assistance efforts with local partners including community groups, schools, health systems, towns, first responders, law enforcement, faith-based organizations, and other related sectors.
- Lead/attend regional coalitions, state boards, and committees in service as a strategic community partner.
- Promote interdisciplinary collaboration among the team, community coalitions and other RBHAOs.
- Complete reports on program activities.
- Continually evaluate and improve programs with a demonstrated understanding of the expected results.
- Ensure lived experiences inform efforts.
- Organize and support agency initiatives as a member of the management team of Amplify.
- Attend professional development as requested or as required for accreditation/certification.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Amplify Executive Director.
- Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.
- Master’s degree in health-related discipline or public administration and four years’ experience in the field of prevention with leadership role.
- Minimum of one year supervisory/managerial experience strongly preferred.
- Must have working knowledge of computer applications, and the Strategic Prevention Framework.
- Paid time off includes: 14 holidays, plus vacation and sick time.
- Health and dental insurance.
- 100% Employer-sponsored HRA.
- Dependent care reimbursement.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- STD/Disability coverage
- Retirement plan options
To apply: Email resume and cover letter to careers@amplifyct.org with “Program Manager” in the title. To be considered, a cover letter must be included with resume.
Program Coordinator
Multiple Positions
We are seeking various Program Coordinators to support functions of the Regional Behavioral Health Action Organization (RBHAO) and related programs including those that focus on suicide prevention, vaping, opioid response, substance misuse, problem gambling, and mental health promotion.
Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hours)
Salary: Please inquire, commensurate with experience
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Responsibilities:
- Support successful completion of contracted deliverables.
- Support local coalitions and mini-grant recipients operating within the municipalities.
- Promote interdisciplinary collaboration with other coalitions that focus on suicide prevention, vaping, opioid response, substance misuse, problem gambling, and mental health promotion..
- Identify and develop resources for schools, law enforcement, local towns, and communities.
- Develop and conduct community education presentations, training, outreach, and awareness events.
- Promote best practices and utilize the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF).
- Serve as a data champion, enter/summarize data for reports, briefs, and presentations.
- Organize and support agency initiatives as a member of the team.
- Ensure lived experiences inform efforts.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Amplify Executive Director.
- Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.
- Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) or willing to obtain certification.
- Bachelor’s degree in health-related discipline, business/public administration, or related experience.
- Minimum 1 year in a business/nonprofit setting, or related experience.
- Knowledge/experience in behavioral health field a plus (substance use, mental health)
- Self-starter, ability to work independently and manage priorities.
- Computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- 14 paid holidays
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Medical and dental insurance
- Company paid HRA
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training and development opportunities
- Short-term disability insurance
- 403(b) Retirement plan
To apply: Email resume and cover letter to careers@amplifyct.org with “Program Coordinator” in the title. To be considered, a cover letter must be included with resume.
Mobility Manager
We seek an organized team player to help coordinate the Way To Go Program.
The Way to Go Program is a Federal Transit Administration and CT Department of Transportation grant funded function that promotes coordination and marketing of transportation options for seniors/older adults, people with disabilities, and veterans in North Central Connecticut.
Job Type: Full-time, non-exempt (35 hours) with benefits, Monday – Friday with flexibility to accommodate community events and requests for occasional late afternoon-early evening meetings.
Salary: $19.20 – $24.50
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Coordination and Outreach:
- Coordinates with local transportation providers; develops and distributes transportation resources to guide individuals with options available in their communities.
- Maintains a resource guide to provide detailed information per town (contact information, routes and operating schedule, fares).
- Provides outreach, information, and education to organizations that serve people with disabilities, seniors, and veterans in the assigned region.
- Coordinates Steering Team for community input and problem-solving.
Community and Customer Support:
- Provides customer service call-center support for the agency and to assist individuals with transportation needs (trip planning and navigating multiple dispatch systems).
- Maintains required written records and reports in compliance with agency and funding source requirements.
- Functions as community transportation advocate promoting accessible, affordable transportation options for people with disabilities.
- Represents and acts as an Ombudsman for individuals with mobility needs.
Needs Assessment:
- Gathers and utilizes data to evaluate transit options for persons with disabilities.
- Identifies gaps and barriers in transportation and creates a “one stop shop,” where individuals can find solutions to their transportation challenges.
- Identifies gaps and works in partnership with LOCHSTP and local transportation providers to improve coordination and collaboration.
- Reports monthly activities to Executive Director and ConnDOT.
- Assists in the implementation of annual/bi-annual need assessments.
Additional Duties may include and are not limited to:
- Communications (social media/website, infographics, report results)
- Strategic planning
- Special Events (legislative breakfast, conferences, fundraising efforts)
- Must be a team player, lead by example, and demonstrate passion for helping people.
- Two years working with seniors/older adults, people with disabilities, and/or veterans.
- Experience working with transportation providers preferred, but not required.
- Experience with coalition-building or community organizing a plus.
- Demonstrated organizational skills, strong writing, and technical skills.
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite and internet).
- Experience with community outreach, presenting and group facilitation skills.
- Creative thinker and solution focused.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to collaborate with volunteers, diverse groups, and community partners.
- Knowledge of (or interest in) the principles and practices of public transit, paratransit, human services, public planning, or a related field, and an understanding of community organizations, transportation planning, and government and elected leadership are desirable.
- Willingness to travel locally to meet with stakeholders.
- Knowledge of social media and interest in marketing and communication strategies.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required.
- Associates degree, bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
Send resume and cover letter to info@amplifyct.org with “Mobility Manager Candidate” in the title.
Program Manager
We seek an enthusiastic individual to lead, cultivate, and organize regional programming.
Job Type: Full-time, exempt (35 hours)
Salary: $50,000 – $58,000
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Suicide Prevention:
- Leads the regional program that addresses suicide prevention and postvention planning.
- Works across the region to strengthen the membership of the Regional Suicide Advisory Board.
- Coordinates and provides trainings including Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR).
- Supports postvention response to towns that have been impacted by loss.
- Manages the Suicide Prevention plan to ensure its success and connection with the State Plan.
Coalition Development:
- Cultivates grassroots community-led efforts within the region to address problem substance
use, gambling, suicide prevention, and mental health promotion. - Provides technical assistance, reviews, and monitors mini-grant funding applications/reports for Local Prevention Councils.
- Supports community planning efforts that focus on opioid response, suicide prevention, substance misuse, problem gambling, and mental health promotion.
- Completes reports on grant-funding activities using DMHAS’s IMPACT data collection platform.
Priority Needs Assessment:
- Assists in the implementation of annual/bi-annual need assessments including the Priority Needs Report and Community Readiness survey.
- Works closely with the Executive Director on reviewing epidemiological profiles to summarize the extent of mental health, suicide, substance abuse, and gambling problems within Region IV communities.
- Gathers and shares feedback with community stakeholders for identifying local needs, evaluating adequacy of services and resources (i.e., focus groups, presentations).
- Promotes full sector engagement by LPCs/CACs data collection, review, and assessment activities.
- Leads or supports agency, local and state advisory councils including the Program Advisory Council, state boards and committees.
Additional duties include providing support to other agency initiatives. Activities may include and are
not limited to:
- Communications (social media/website, infographics, report results)
- Strategic planning
- Annual Audit
- Special Events (legislative breakfast, conferences, fundraising efforts)
- Must be a team player, lead by example, and demonstrate passion for advancing healthy communities.
- Bachelor’s degree in health, human or social services-related discipline (i.e., Public Health, Public Administration, Psychology, Community Psychology, Human Development, Health Education), Master’s degree preferred.
- Strong coordination and group facilitation skills.
- Demonstrated organizational/project coordination skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities while maintaining a “can-do” attitude among the team.
- Proven ability to collaborate with volunteers and diverse groups.
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Internet, interest in website and/or social media platforms).
- Minimum 3 years’ experience.
- Certified Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) trainer, preferred (or will train).
To Apply: Please email cover letter, resume, and 2 references to info@amplifyct.org with “Program Manager Candidate” in the email’s subject line
Program Coordinator (Gambling Prevention)
We are seeking a Program Coordinator to support prevention, education, and outreach related to problem gambling including gaming.
Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hours)
Salary: $45,000-$55,000
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- Manages successful completion of deliverables in the Regional Behavioral Health Action Organization (RBHAO) contract for problem gambling services.
- Coordinates the Regional Gambling Awareness Team (RGAT); collaborates with state and local agencies across prevention, treatment, and recovery to strengthen RGAT membership.
- Promotes interdisciplinary collaboration with other coalitions that focus on opioid response, suicide prevention, substance misuse, and mental health promotion.
- Identifies and develops resources for local towns and communities.
- Develops and conducts community education presentations, training, outreach, and awareness
events for problem gambling prevention. - Promotes and utilizes best practice approaches and strategies, including the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF), to address service needs, priority populations, and municipalities as identified and as aligned with relevant state plans, national guidance frameworks.
- Completes reports on program activities using DMHAS’s data collection platforms/trackers.
- Serves as a resource to other staff, community partners, volunteers, schools, and workplaces; ensures lived experience informs efforts.
- Organizes and supports agency initiatives as a member of the team (i.e., regional forums, priority needs reports/surveys, conferences, and fundraising.)
- Must be a team player, lead by example, and demonstrate passion for advancing healthy
communities. - Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) or willing to obtain certification.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in public health, business/public administration, psychology, health
education, social/physical sciences, or related field. - 2 years in a business or nonprofit setting or related experience.
- Knowledge/experience in behavioral health field a plus (substance use, mental health)
- Excellent project coordination, planning, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Self-starter: ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to capture and translate accurate data related to performance management for analysis, continuous learning, and improvement.
- Proven ability to collaborate with volunteers and diverse groups.
- Computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- 14 paid holidays
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Medical and dental insurance
- Company paid HRA
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training and development opportunities
- Short-term disability insurance
- 403(b) Retirement plan
To apply: Email resume and cover letter to careers@amplifyct.org with “Program Coordinator, Gambling Prevention” in the title. To be considered, a cover letter must be included with resume.
Program Coordinator (Ryan White Planning Council)
We are seeking an Administrative Coordinator to support the administrative functions and successful coordination of Ryan White Planning Council activities.
Amplify has a contract with the City of Hartford to coordinate and support the Ryan White Part A Planning Council, The Council oversees a continuum of care, treatment and support services for low-income, uninsured, and underinsured people living with HIV disease. Services are offered via federal funds awarded to the City of Hartford and targeted to individuals living in Hartford, Middlesex and Tolland Counties.
Job Type: Non-exempt, part-time (25 hours)
Salary: $20/hour
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- Staffs and supports the Planning Council as outlined in the contract with the City of Hartford
- Coordinates and facilitates meetings.
- Drafts and distributes agendas, meeting notices, and announcements
- Maintains detailed records on Planning Council membership and activities.
- Supports activities of the Evaluation Committee, quality monitoring and statewide needs assessment initiatives
- Supports administrative activities of the Ryan White Continuum of Care committee for review of the Integrated HIV, Prevention and Care Plan and the EIIHA plans
- Coordinates/facilitates focus groups and public hearings as needed.
- Compiles and distributes relevant data for Planning Council review, priority setting and allocation of resources
- Preparation of reports as needed and requested
- Facilitates participation and reporting by Planning Council members in statewide committees and task forces such as CHAIR and CHPC.
Additional Duties may include and are not limited to:
- Communications (social media/website, infographics, report results)
- Strategic planning
- Special Events (legislative breakfast, conferences, fundraising efforts)
- Must be a collaborator, lead by example, and demonstrate passion for advancing healthy communities.
- Demonstrated strong organizational/project coordination skills.
- Strong writing, research, analytical, technical, presentation and people skills.
- Strong group facilitation skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to collaborate with volunteers and diverse groups.
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, Internet, email, calendar scheduling)
- Experience/knowledge in human services (mental health and/or substance use fields a plus).
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred, not required
Must send resume and cover letter to: careers@amplifyct.org with “RW Coordinator” in the title. To be considered, ALL requested documents must be submitted.