Current Job Opportunities
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The Senior DSM Operations Manager and Research Associate operations relevant to the maintenance and revisions of DSM-5, including harmonization with ICD, developing strategies, timelines and deadlines for accomplishing development goals; overseeing critical projects from initiation to completion; and collaborating closely with multiple APA departments and outside institutions. In addition, the incumbent works with the Director and Deputy Director of Research in the writing of pertinent DSM-related manuscripts and chapter revisions as well as grant proposals and associated deliverables. The incumbent supports the development and preparation of internal and external communications from the Division of Research by providing editorial and writing assistance for scientific communications of varying complexity. The incumbent provides clinical content matter expertise as they related to all duties and tasks.
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Working closely with the Executive Director and Director of Development, he/she will develop and manage a multi-year plan related to foundation and corporate grant funding including cultivation, stewardship and retention strategies. Responsibilities include researching and identifying prospective sources of support, proactively seeking opportunities, generating presentations and proposals, and reporting on outcomes. The position is responsible for the entire process of submitting proposals from initial outreach, letters of inquiry, producing (including coordinating, writing, and compiling) proposal request submissions, ensuring stewardship, and submitting required interim and final reports.
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The Acquisitions Coordinator manages the flow of book manuscripts, proposals, and query letters submitted to APA Publishing and corresponds with authors, editors, and reviewers, throughout the acquisition and publication of APA Publishing books; enters data and manages the Allbooks database while implementing the peer review process of proposals and manuscripts; supports the delivery of biannual royalties and statements to APA Publishing authors; requests and prepares royalty advances; acts as liaison to the APA Publishing Editorial Board, APA Publishing authors, editors, contributors, and staff; assists the Acquisitions Editor and the Publisher; manages office functions; and performs miscellaneous administrative duties.
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The Deputy Director Data Governance and Data Strategy is responsible for the performance, integrity and reporting related to the membership database and e-commerce interface. This individual will serve as a subject-matter expert for membership business processes and will develop, document, and implement database and reporting processes within the Salesforce. Working with IT and the membership team, this role is responsible for development and oversight of APA's approach to data management and membership processes, conducting quality assurance and system testing, and identifying opportunities to improve the internal user and member experience. This individual will also serve as the data steward for the organizations data governance function and will work cross-functionally with peers throughout the organization.
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The APA Foundation Executive Director (ED) works with the Chair of the Board, the Board, and staff to provide leadership, vision, and execution on the delivery of programs, fundraising, and fellowships on behalf of its sole member APA. The ED keeps in mind when speaking and fundraising that he/she is doing this in the name of and on behalf of the field of Psychiatry and its member, the APA. The Executive Director will raise the visibility of the Foundation and enhance the already strong programmatic work. In addition, the incumbent will maintain current level of support from funders and work to increase the support for the Foundation from members of APA, corporations, foundations, the public, and other individuals.
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The Facilities Management Coordinator serves as the first point of contact for the American Psychiatric Association. The Facilities Management Coordinator provides courteous and professional customer services at all times to staff, members, and guests and is responsible for coordinating all departmental meetings both internal and external, as well as daily coordination of building maintenance requests.
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The Membership Coordinator is responsible for management of all membership transactions and updates to member records in the Salesforce Association Management System (AMS). The Coordinator provides support for up to 17 District Branches and their Executive leadership on appropriate and necessary courses of action for membership activities and transactions, as well as overall operations based on APA policies and procedures. The Membership Coordinator provides timely personalized attention and high-quality customer service to inquiries and requests from members. Information and assistance is provided to support needs of APAs Senior Leadership, the Membership Committee, and the Board of Trustees and others, as required.
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The Special Assistant to the CEO enhances the CEOs leadership by assuming responsibility for research and preparation of correspondence, presentations, talking points, and other communications from or to the CEOs office. The Special Assistant will attend meetings with the CEO/Medical Director, members and partners, track and follow up action items, and drafting or coordinating accurate and timely responses from the CEOs Office to all internal and external constituencies. You may be asked to make sensitive and critical judgement calls when representing the CEOs office.
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The Associate Director Practice Management and Systems Delivery Policy supports the Director of Practice Management and Systems Delivery Policy in the development and execution of successful psychiatric practice and system delivery policy strategies. The Associate Director will monitor and, as directed, act upon policy developments regarding access to care, private practice delivery, community-based delivery, program integrity, and substance use disorder (including tobacco and vaping), as well as work with relevant councils.
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This position is responsible for the design, development, testing, documentation, and deployment of applications within the APAs computing environment (Salesforce.com); also provides applications support and assistance to other programmers, analysts, and systems/database administrators in solving software/technical problems.
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The Kentico Developer is responsible for the development, modification, and implementation of web components within the APAs computing environment; also provides applications support and assistance to other programmers, analysts, and systems/database administrators in solving software/technical problems.
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The Director leads APAs Division of Diversity and Health Equity (DDHE) and supports the CEO/Medical Director as Deputy Medical Director. The incumbent serves as a member of the c-suite team charged with enhancing the availability and quality of mental health services to diverse and under served populations (including the groups under the federal minority statutes), and promoting a better understanding of diverse and under served populations with mental illness, the need for early recognition and treatment and that mental health is a fundamental aspect of a persons health.
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The Chief Communications Officer: 1) designs and implements a complex enterprise-wide communications strategy, 2) provides strategic leadership on the reputation, values and culture across the organization and audiences; 3) directs strategic message development, as well as thought leadership strategy and execution; 4) and manages Association-wide communications, including media, social media, integrated marketing, membership communications, and public education. The Chief Communications Officer will work closely with the APAs leadership team within the organization as the communications partner on a variety of strategic initiatives. The Chief Communications Officer reports to the CEO and Medical Director.
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The APA Division of Education is a fast-paced and dynamic group focused on using novel pedagogy, technology, and innovative learning approaches to promote the dissemination of evidence-based knowledge to mental health clinicians around the globe. The Deputy Director acts in concert with the Director to develop innovative educational programs and oversee Division operations. The Deputy serves as a liaison to internal and external stakeholders and acts in the stead of the Director as needed. As the Division of Education seeks to innovate within the medical education space, the Deputy uses awareness of current issues related to UME, GME, CME, and MOC to suggest and implement novel programming for the Division. The Deputy works with the Director to plan, organize, and manage resources of the Division. The Deputy provides indirect supervision of the office Directors within the Division.
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