Deputy Director, Family Support – States

Best Buddies International

. Manage all elements and day-to-day operations of the Family Support program in an assigned area .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • United StatesLead💰 $52,000 - $56,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program development, volunteer management, and community engagement, with a strong focus on supporting families with children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Proficient in persuasive communication, project management, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders to achieve program goals.

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Program DevelopmentVolunteer ManagementPersuasive WritingProject ManagementCommunity Engagement

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Hard Skills

Program PlanningOutcomes AssessmentStatistical Data AnalysisGrant WritingEvent Coordination

Soft Skills

Influencing OthersInspiring LeadershipAdaptabilityMultitaskingDependability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeDigital Meeting SoftwareLearning & Development Facilitation Software

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit ExperienceBest Buddies MissionParental IssuesIntellectual DisabilitiesDevelopmental Disabilities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage all elements and day-to-day operations of the Family Support program in an assigned area
Travel throughout the assigned area to recruit mentors/mentees and promote the program
Implement the Eunie’s Buddies program, including volunteer training and management, recruitment, program planning, and outcomes assessment
Collaborate with colleagues and supervisor to meet Eunie’s Buddies and Siblings program goals
Identify and engage potential parent mentors, mentees, and program participants
Oversee parent mentor/mentee matching and monitor match effectiveness
Provide and lead local training
Manage database inquiries and identify potential program participants
Train volunteers on Best Buddies and their volunteer roles
Identify local resources and partnerships with organizations, hospitals, and medical practices
Coordinate local community socials at least 3–4 times per year
Recruit, manage, and support community volunteers
Work with the supervisor on annual program evaluations, public relations, program goals, and community relations
Increase awareness through public speaking, marketing, tabling events, and media initiatives
Assist with securing mission advancement opportunities and writing grants
Provide statistical data to secure additional resources
Collaborate with the State Director on fundraising and create a local Eunie’s Buddies Friendship Walk team
Partner with community leaders to broaden parent engagement
Implement targeted program marketing campaigns to recruit mentees
Track and evaluate program outcomes through regular assessments
Collaborate with other departments as needed
Complete weekly reports, monthly reports, quarterly goals, and other paperwork
Handle special projects and other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or at least three years relevant experience
Experience in program development and leading/developing volunteers
Nonprofit experience preferred
Deep belief in Best Buddies’ mission
Superior persuasive writing and presentation skills
Ability to exert influence, inspire others, and articulate the mission, goals, and activities of Best Buddies with passion and enthusiasm
Proficiency and comfort with Microsoft Office, digital meeting software, and learning & development facilitation software
Understanding of best practices in parental issues and challenges faced by families with children with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Superior project management skills, including planning, analysis, decision making, and problem solving
Willingness to multitask
Initiative, drive for results, and self-assessment skills
Ability to lead individuals and programs toward achieving goals
Highly dependable and able to lead by example
Ability to adapt leadership style to fit the situation and lead volunteers toward set expectations
Comfort engaging with corporate/community leaders, parents, medical professionals, and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Access to an automobile/transportation with applicable insurance
Must travel, use a personal cell phone, and work evenings and weekends as necessary

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive and generous benefits program
Financial security benefits
Health and wellness benefits
Time off