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Job description
Droste Mental Health Services (DMHS) is a community centered nonprofit dedicated to providing accessible, affordable, and inclusive psychotherapy and trauma informed counseling to New Yorkers in need. For over 40 years, DMHS has supported individuals and families across the New York metropolitan area through compassionate, culturally responsive care rooted in the belief that healing begins within each person. DMHS also invests in the future of mental health through its Clinical Training Program, equipping the next generation of therapists with rigorous supervision and hands-on experience.
By addressing both immediate mental health needs and long term workforce development, DMHS plays a critical role in strengthening mental health access and equity throughout New York City. Board members who join DMHS have the opportunity to support a longstanding, mission driven organization at a pivotal moment of growth, helping expand access to care and deepen community impact.
Associate Board
Purpose
Engage emerging leaders to advance DMHS through fundraising, networking, advocacy, and professional skills.
Commitments
Give/Get: $1,000 annually
Term: One year, renewable
Meetings: Monthly meetings with committee involvement across fundraising, events, and advocacy
Roles and Responsibilities
Fundraising: Support campaigns and contribute to annual fundraising efforts
Ambassadorship: Promote DMHS across professional and social networks
Events: Plan and support community initiatives such as panels, service days, and fundraisers
Communications: Amplify DMHS messaging through social media and advocacy campaigns
Professional Development: Participate in mentorship, workshops, and engagement with governing board members
Success Indicators
Fundraising contributions aligned with annual Associate Board goals
Active participation in events and initiatives throughout the year
Visible advocacy and community engagement
Development of a leadership pipeline into future governing roles
Why Join DMHS Leadership?
Joining DMHS leadership offers a meaningful opportunity to expand access to high quality mental health care for New Yorkers who might otherwise go without support. Board service also creates space to build relationships with professionals across healthcare, nonprofit leadership, and philanthropy.
Members gain hands-on experience in governance, fundraising, and community engagement while contributing to a mission that has delivered consistent impact for over four decades.
The Associate Boardis designed for emerging leaders or professionals looking to build experience while supporting DMHS through events, outreach, and fundraising. This pathway offers mentorship and exposure to nonprofit leadership, serving as a strong foundation for future governing board service.
Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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