Assistant Director

About Us

The Turning Point Center of Addison County (TPCAC) is a recovery community center dedicated to supporting individuals and families impacted by substance use. We provide a safe, welcoming, and stigma-free environment where people can access peer support, recovery resources, and community programs that promote wellness, long-term recovery, and community resilience.

Position Summary

The Assistant Director works in close collaboration with the Executive Director to ensure the effective daily operations and long-term sustainability of the Center. This role blends administrative leadership, program development, and community engagement with a strong focus on organizational development and sustainability. The Assistant Director plays a key role in advancing strategic growth, supporting grant development and donor relations, expanding partnerships, and strengthening systems that ensure TPCAC's financial and programmatic stability.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Community Engagement

• Assist in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of recovery-focused programs and services.
• Support program growth through data collection, outcome tracking, and continuous quality improvement.
• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, service providers, and local stakeholders to expand programming and referral networks.
• Support outreach and advocacy efforts that increase community awareness, participation, and investment in recovery services.

Development & Sustainability

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising and sustainability strategy.
• Assist with grant research, proposal writing, reporting, and compliance for public and private funding sources.
• Support donor cultivation, stewardship, and relationship management with individuals, businesses, and foundations.
• Help track fundraising outcomes, maintain donor records, and support impact reporting.
• Contribute to long-term strategic planning focused on financial sustainability, program expansion, and organizational growth.
• Support the development of partnerships that increase funding opportunities and shared resources.

Communications, Fundraising & Event Coordination

• Assist in the development of external communications, including newsletters, press releases, social media, website updates, and donor-facing materials.
• Support annual fundraising appeals, donor campaigns, and targeted outreach efforts.
• Assist with planning and coordination of community events, fundraisers, and recovery-related activities that strengthen visibility and engagement.
• Promote programs, events, and organizational impact through strategic messaging and outreach.

Staff & Volunteer Support

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and day-to-day support to staff and volunteers.
• Assist with scheduling, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director to design and implement onboarding and orientation processes for staff, interns, and volunteers.
• Assist in supervision and ongoing development of volunteer and internship programs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative organizational culture that supports growth and retention.

Administrative & Operational Duties

• Work with the Executive Director to support budgeting, grant management, reporting, and organizational planning.
• Assist in the development and implementation of organizational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Recovery Services Organization (RSO) requirements and other relevant standards.
• Ensure adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Oversee day-to-day operations in the absence of the Executive Director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services, nonprofit management, public administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Demonstrated experience in nonprofit leadership, program development, grant writing, fundraising, or human services.
• Experience with donor relations, grant management, or strategic planning strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of recovery support services, peer-based approaches, and certification requirements strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to the values of recovery, equity, inclusion, and organizational sustainability.

Working Conditions

• Full-time position with occasional evening and weekend responsibilities.
• Based at the Turning Point Center of Addison County in Middlebury, VT.
• Reports directly to the Executive Director.

Compensation

• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Benefits package includes dental, vision and health insurance, PTO, emploer retirement match, professional development opportunities, vacation, and holidays.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Turning Point Center of Addison County provides a safe environment for people in recovery and supports all paths to recovery. Please explain why you want to work in the recovery field and what specific skills and experience you can bring to the organization.
• Do you have a personal connection to substance use disorder (e.g., personal recovery, family experience, or involvement in recovery communities) that you would like to share as part of your interest in this role? (This question is optional and will not affect your eligibility for employment. We value lived experience and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.)

Work Location: In person