Communications and Graphic Design Manager

COMMUNICATIONS AND GRAPHIC DESIGN MANAGER

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

PART TIME (24 HOURS) NON-EXEMPT

Thrive Behavioral Health, theCertified Community Behavioral Health Clinicfor Kent County, has been delivering mental health and substance use services since 1976. Thrive Behavioral Health understands the benefits of delivering high quality, low-cost care for Rhode Islanders. Thrive's unique programs and services are built on evidence based, person-centric care models.Our programs include: Adult Mental Health, Youth and Family, Substance Use, Housing, Teen and Young Adult, Court Ordered, and Crisis Behavioral Health. With more than a dozen locations across Rhode Island and more than 300 employees, Thrive is continuing to grow and meet the needs of the community.

General Summary: The Communications and Graphic Design Manager is responsible for developing and executing a cohesive brand strategy through visual design and targeted communications. This includes managing internal and external communications/social media, designing marketing and outreach materials, and ensures brand consistency.

Schedule: Mon-Fri, 1^st Shift

Location: Warwick, RI

Salary: Starting at $26/hr, depending on experience

Essential Responsibilities:

Communications

• Manage all social media platforms.
• Responsible for all email marketing (Constant Contact emails and database management)
• Implement Thrive's Communication Plan through partnership with Half Street Group
• Coordinate internal communications to keep staff informed and engaged
• Responsible for video production management
• Prepares monthly/quarterly reports on social media and communication activities
• Manage distribution list for use in Thrive mailings
• Represents Thrive on HHP Communications Team

Graphic Design

• Design visually compelling graphics, brochures, marketing collateral, direct mail campaigns, etc. for digital and print, consistent with Thrive's brand
• Assist with event planning and advertising/marketing of Thrive events
• Manage and maintain brand identity and ensure consistency across all program communications
• Oversee design, copy and visual effectiveness of website

Additional Responsibilities:

• Must attend all agency/department required training and meetings within the prescribed time frame.
• Attends all Safety Training programs and be able to describe his/her responsibilities related to the general safety, department safety, and specific job-related hazards and responsibilities.
• Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all clients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.
• Present a neat appearance in proper attire and identification as required by the position, department and agency polices & procedures.
• Must work the hours and/or shift assigned, and begin and end on time.
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance which meets Rhode Island minimum standards required, or the ability to obtain necessary transportation in order to perform the responsibilities/tasks of the job.
• Function as a member of a team, i.e. be a "Team Player"
• Carry and enliven a positive Thrive image consistent with the Thrive's Guiding Principles and professional code of ethics.

Education, Experience, Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations or relevant field.
• 2 years' experience in a similar role
• Proficient in Photoshop or Canva
• Proven experience creating targeted content is advantageous
• Strong knowledge of communication practices and techniques
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills
• Must be able to multitask and work well under pressure
• Expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel and Constant Contact
• Experience in donor database systems and InDesign a plus

Certifications, Licenses Requirements:

• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance which meets Rhode Island minimum standards required, or the ability to obtain necessary transportation in order to perform the responsibilities/tasks of the job.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist individuals with disabilities in meeting the expectations of the position.

EEO/VET/LGBTQ+ Employer

Benefits:

• 3 weeks' vacation to start, increases to 4 weeks after 2 years of employment
• 10 sick days per year
• 1 Float day
• Birthday off
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid lunch
• Low-deductible medical insurance plan
• Dental insurance as low as $0/month
• Vision Insurance
• Company-paid life insurance worth 2x your annual salary + Long Term Disability
• 401k with 2% company match
• Optional Aflac, additional life insurance, and pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount at Healthtrax Gyms
• Employee Discount Program
• Employee referral bonuses

All employees are considered benefit eligible if their schedule is 17.5 hours per week or more. Time-off balances are pro-rated for part-time employees. Insurance plans remain the same regardless of FT or PT benefit eligibility.

Thrive believes in healthy work/life balance and a friendly/family working environment, whose values include Dignity, Respect, Teamwork and Professional Support and Development.