Executive Director, RI Resiliency Center

Executive Director, RI Resiliency Center

Employer:

Family Service of Rhode Island

Providence, RI 02904

Contact:
Genesis Fuentes
Phone:
Email:
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FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community!

Position Summary:

The Executive Director is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing all operations of the Center, which provides trauma‑informed services and support to victims of mass violence. This leadership role ensures the delivery of high‑quality, evidence‑based services through strong community partnerships, innovative programming, and strategic planning for sustainability. The Director provides vision, supervision, and coordination across all facets of the Center, working collaboratively with local, state, and federal partners, as well as the Center’s advisory board.

• Master’s degree in a human services field (Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, or related discipline) strongly preferred.
• Independent clinical licensure in Rhode Island (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience providing trauma‑focused, evidence‑based treatment and/or victim advocacy services.
• Experience providing crisis intervention or Psychological First Aid strongly preferred.
• High level of administrative and leadership skills required.
• Proven leadership and program management skills, including supervision, strategic planning, and budgeting.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in electronic health records and related software applications.
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.
• Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.

This position requires community engagement and travel. Employees must have the ability to:

• Maintain a valid driver’s license, registration, and auto insurance.
• Travel to clients’ residences, community locations, and office sites, including navigating stairs or elevators.
• Lift up to 20 lbs as needed.
• Communicate effectively in person and electronically.
• Work both remotely and in person in compliance with PHI and confidentiality standards.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and work‑life benefits. Join our family today!

We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the perfect fit for this or another opportunity.

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.