Deputy Director, Family Support – States

Best Buddies International

. Manage all elements and day-to-day operations of the Family Support program in a specific state .

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 project management, persuasive communication, 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 DevelopmentVolunteer ManagementProject ManagementGrant WritingStatistical Data Collection

Soft Skills

Persuasive CommunicationAdaptabilityDependabilityInitiativeProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeDigital Meeting SoftwareLearning & Development Facilitation Software

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit ExperienceIntellectual and Developmental DisabilitiesParent EngagementCommunity PartnershipsPublic Speaking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage all elements and day-to-day operations of the Family Support program in a specific state
Recruit mentors/mentees and promote the program throughout the assigned area
Implement the Eunie’s Buddies program, including volunteer training and management, recruitment, planning, and outcomes assessment
Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors 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 local training and manage database inquiries
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
Assist with annual program evaluations, public relations, goals, and community relations
Increase program awareness through public speaking, marketing, tabling events, and media initiatives
Assist with funding opportunities, grant writing, and statistical data collection
Collaborate with the State Director on fundraising and create an Eunie’s Buddies team for the local Friendship Walk
Partner with community leaders on parent engagement strategies and implement recruitment marketing campaigns
Track and evaluate program outcomes through regular assessments
Complete weekly reports, monthly reports, quarterly goals, paperwork, and special projects as assigned

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 the organization’s mission
Superior persuasive writing and presentation skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, digital meeting software, and learning & development facilitation software
Understanding of parental issues and challenges faced by families with children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)
Superior project management skills, including planning, analysis, decision making, and problem solving
Initiative, drive for results, self-assessment skills, and ability to lead individuals and programs toward goals
Dependability, adaptability, and ability to lead volunteers
Comfort engaging with corporate/community leaders, parents, medical professionals, and people with IDD
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