Join the NAMI San Bernardino Area team!

Your chance to make a difference

You can support our local community by helping those impacted by mental illness and their families.  
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NAMI San Bernardino Area is a 501(c)(3) and a local affiliate of NAMI National, the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization.

We are a volunteer-based non-profit organization that is expanding, with enthusiastic volunteer leaders who facilitate our ever-growing list of programs. We are responsible for our own funding and operations. 

Volunteers

We are always looking for volunteers to help us grow and reach out to more families and peers.  Many people still don't know how to get support and may never have heard of NAMI.  Here are some volunteer positions to make a real impact in peoples' lives. Some of these will require training, which we will provide for free: 

Signature Program Teachers:
  • Teach peers or families in NAMI's signature programs such as NAMI Family-to-Family, NAMI Peer-to-Peer,  or NAMI Basics. 
  • Requires training (usually over a weekend) and a commitment to teach two classes within two years and NAMI membership

Facilitators:
  • Facilitate peer or family support group meetings.
  • Requires training and association with the group (peer or loved one with a lived experience) and NAMI Membership  
  • long-term commitment with monthly meetings.

Grant Writers:
  • We offer all services for free, so proper funding is very important.  We need help with identifying and responding to grant opportunities.

Event Staffing:
  • Help to make people aware of NAMI and our services.  Staff a booth during events at universities, hospitals, or local community gatherings.
  • We will team you up with experienced NAMI volunteers .
  • You will become part of outreach and advocacy.

Community outreach:
  • Many visitors and patients at hospitals and mental health professionals' offices don't know where to get help and information.  You can provide brochures and other material to these offices and keep them stocked.  
  • Our office staff will support you with a list of facilities, info material and holders.

Many more:
  • There are many more ways to help the community.  If you don't see anything above that seems to fit you, contact us and let's discuss!

Ready to make a difference?  Email us at:  staffing@namisb.org

Memberships

Become a part of NAMI!
Subscribe to the latest mental health updates, participate in an online discussion group, learn how to advocate in our community and add your voice to the mental health movement.
  • Manage your profile, preferences and subscriptions.
  • Receive the NAMI Advocate magazine.
  • Attend the National Convention at a discount rate.
  • Online access to member-only content.

Use the NAMI national site links to 
  1. Create an account: Create
  2. Complete your Membership: Membership
  3. Renew your Membership: Renew​​

Staff Positions

Job Description:  Manager
Join our team at NAMI San Bernardino Area!

Please review our website before applying: www.namisb.org

If interested, please send your cover letter with salary requirement and resume to staffing@namisb.org.

Professional Qualifications:
  • An expert in mental health or related field, and/or someone with "lived" personal experience--either a person with a mental health condition or in recovery, or someone caring for a loved one living with a mental health condition
  • Excellent communication skills (oral and written), particularly in listening, conveying a respectful, empathetic tone
  • Analytical ability, with problem-solving skills and resourcefulness, for assessing callers' needs and finding the correct resources in a timely manner
  • Basic knowledge of mental illnesses, treatments, recovery, and mental healthcare systems, with an interest in learning more
  • Minimum basic skills with MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and social media; Intermediate keyboarding skills with minimum typing speed of 45 wpm
  • Ability to conduct basic internet research quickly while simultaneously managing phone conversation
  • Bachelor's degree or higher preferred
  • Bilingual English/Spanish ability strongly welcomed
Personal Qualities:
  • Demonstrated enthusiasm, reliability, professionalism, and punctuality
  • Respect and compassion for people affected by mental health conditions, with the desire to help others facing related challenges
  • Ability to manage emotionally stressful situations with positive spirit and open- mindedness
  • Passion to learn about mental health conditions, resources, and behavioral health system
  • Willingness to take initiative to seek help when needed, and ability to accept and implement constructive feedback 
  • Maturity and patience to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences, while demonstrating empathy to facilitate respectful dialogue with callers who may be in emotional distress or active psychosis 
Position Summary
The Manager is responsible for running the office and business (with training as needed) of NAMI San Bernardino Area,  including but not limited to:
  • Work with the Board of Directors to support strategic directions.
  • Represent NAMI at events, health fairs, and via other outreach.
  • Answer phone calls and direct callers to the correct resources.
  • Support the Program Director with the setup of classes and securing supplies.
  • Support the Membership Director with outreach to existing members and recruiting of new members.
  • Perform general office tasks such as making copies, taking notes, filing and other paperwork.
  • Coordinate volunteer activities.
  • Attend conferences and educational programs.
  • Support the creation and distribution of brochures and flyers.
  • Research effective channels for outreach (radio, papers, social media).
Additional tasks may include:
  • Support community meetings to inform about and to promote NAMI programs.
  • Collaborate in expanding fundraising and donations.
  • Research grant opportunities and assist with preparing grants.

The Manager is an exempt 20-hour/week position. Full-time employment will be considered as funding and demand justifies additional hours.

The Manager reports to the NAMI San Bernardino Area President.

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