Careers
Below are employment listings for United Way of Central Ohio
and partner nonprofit community organizations.
Employment Opportunities

VP of Expansion
ORG: Star House
Job Description:
About Us
Star House exists to lift young people out of homelessness and into a community of hope. Founded in 2006, Star House operates our nation’s only 24/7/365 drop-in center for teens and young adults experiencing homelessness that offers immediate access to safety and hosts continuous best practice research for effective service. Along with the Finance Fund and Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority, Star House operates the only housing village of its kind in Central Ohio for young people who are exiting homelessness. The organization met the unique needs of 1,160 individual young people in 2022, successfully connecting them with housing, jobs, education, health care, therapy, and a range of community resources.
Star House’s mission is to do whatever it takes to support young people as they exit homelessness and thrive in a community of hope. Our vision is to replicate our evidence-based model of service for youth nationally and globally, based on the demand for our services in other communities.
We are seeking a VP of Expansion who believes in our mission; embodies our values of unconditional love, doing whatever it takes as long as it takes and creating innovative solutions; and who can help us achieve our vision with development expertise.
Job Description
Title: VP of Expansion
Work Location: Star House, 1220 Corrugated Way, Columbus, OH 43201
Reports To: CEO
☒Full-Time
☒Exempt
Position Summary:
The VP of Expansion will play a critical role in the growth and success of Star House, a nonprofit organization dedicated to partnering with teens and young adults experiencing homelessness as they exit homelessness and gain a permanent place to call home in a supportive community. Reporting directly to the CEO, the VP of Expansion will oversee the replication of Star House’s drop-in center, housing, workforce and community engagement programs. This role requires a strategic integrator who can drive the organization’s expansion efforts while ensuring the highest standards of program implementation and operational effectiveness.
Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
The following duties are representative of performance expectations; however, the list below is not ranked in order of importance.
• Informed Decision-Making: Ensure that Star House has the information necessary for informed decision-making as the organization expands into new communities.
• Expansion Strategy Development: Develop and execute a comprehensive expansion strategy (“business plans”) to replicate Star House’s drop-in center, housing, workforce and community engagement programs in new communities, in coordination with the CEO and Expansion Committee.
• Program Replication: Oversee the replication process, ensuring that all aspects of the programs are accurately translated and implemented at new sites while maintaining quality and fidelity to the original evidence-based model. Remove obstacles and barriers, manage major projects, standardize and systematize work and integrate all major program and resource functions.
• Operational Excellence: Establish and implement systems, processes and quality control measures to ensure the efficient and effective replication of programs while upholding the organization’s high standards of service delivery.
• Partnership Development: Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, community organizations, funders and collaborators, to support the expansion efforts.
• Resource Mobilization: Collaborate with the Development Team to secure the funding and resources necessary for successful program replication, including grant writing, donor cultivation and fundraising initiatives.
• Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing expansion team, providing guidance, mentorship and support to ensure team members are equipped to achieve their goals and deliver excellence in program replication.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Develop metrics, tracking mechanisms and evaluation frameworks to assess the impact and success of replicated programs, making data-driven decisions to continuously improve program outcomes.
• Knowledge Sharing: Facilitate the sharing of best practices, lessons learned and programmatic innovations across the organization to promote knowledge exchange and ensure ongoing improvement in program replication efforts.
Note: This job description is an outline of key responsibilities for the Expansion role. It is not exhaustive and is subject to change, based on the organization’s needs and priorities. While the purpose of the role will remain the same, the employee can expect evolving duties and responsibilities and needs to be adaptable, given expected organizational growth. This employee will be responsible for growing Star House’s expansion team in the years to come.
“Job performance is evaluated according to the policy provisions of Star House and the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio-Council of Governments.”
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (master’s degree preferred).
• Proven experience in program replication, expansion or scaling efforts within the nonprofit sector with strong third-party validation through references.
• Experience with low-income housing development required.
• Strong knowledge of homelessness, housing, workforce development and related social issues.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects from inception to completion.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage teams and drive results.
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Track record of successful partnership development and resource mobilization.
• Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation methodologies and data-driven decision-making.
• Passion for social impact and a deep commitment to Star House’s mission and values.
Note: This assignment may require a valid driver’s license and access/availability of a reliable vehicle.
Star House is committed to equal opportunity employment, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, socio economic status, national origin, veteran or disability status. In order to further Star House’s mission, achieve our vision and live out our values, drawing from the collective wisdom of a diverse group of individuals is essential. With diverse minds influencing our work and decisions, we can go further for the young people we serve, ensuring that our continued programming and the solutions developed along the way are influenced by the best minds.

Executive Branch Director – Eldon and Elsie Ward Family YMCA
ORG: YMCA of Central Ohio
Job Description:
Executive Branch Director - Eldon and Elsie Ward Family YMCA
Script History at Eldon and Elsie Ward Family YMCA! Be the Steward of Legacy as our Historic Branch Executive. Lead with passion, shape the future, and be a part of a YMCA steeped in history. Ready to make your mark? Unleash your potential – apply for a role that echoes with the footsteps of the past and resonates with the promise of a vibrant future!
- Directs the financial development activities of the branch; works to create and maintain a culture of philanthropy surrounding the Y.
- Develops, manages, and monitors the branch operating budget and meet or exceeds budget targets.
- Directs branch strategic planning efforts and develops the annual operating plan of the branch.
- Develops and directs high quality relationship-based member engagement strategies. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions with staff, volunteers, members, and the community.
- Fosters a climate of innovation to develop member-focused programs which support the Y mission, goals, and strategies.
- Represents and promotes the YMCA in the local community and develops positive working relationships with other organizations, businesses, and governmental entities. Develops, maintains, and models collaborative relationships with community agencies in service delivery area.
- Oversees the hiring, training, and supervision of staff and volunteers.
- Ensures the safety and maintenance of high quality facilities, grounds, and equipment.
- Directs branch marketing and communication efforts to effectively communicate benefit to the community.
- Serves as a member of Y management and supports the overall objectives of the YMCA.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manages four to six program directors who supervise a total of up to 200 employees in the branch. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, business or equivalent.
- Three or more years of management experience, preferably in a YMCA or other nonprofit agency.
- Ability to direct total operations through volunteer development, supervision of staff, development and monitoring of branch budget, marketing and public relations, and program development.
- Experience in management and development of volunteer involvement; ability to recruit top community leaders.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of
the community. - Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others.
- Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.
- YMCA Multi-Team or Branch Leader certification preferred.
- CPR and First Aid certifications may be required

PRS Training Manager
ORG: Mental Health America of Ohio Inc.
Job Description:
PRS Training Manager
Position Description
The mission of MHAOhio is to transform how people think about mental illness, make it easier to get help, and give people the support they need to get better and stay better. Our guiding principles include responsibility, respect, inclusivity, expertise, trust, communication, emotional health, and equity. We are committed to recruiting and continually cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. MHAOhio provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
The PRS Training Manager oversees statewide and local certification trainings and local recruitment activities of the Peer Recovery Supporter (PRS) program, and activities that support local PRS in the workplace. The position interfaces with partner organizations throughout the community to collaborate on promotion of peer support, planning and delivering recruitment events, and building new programming to support prospective and certified PRS.
Schedule & Supervision
Work hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday. Occasional weekend/evening hours.
Reports to Senior Director of Workplace Health and Education.
Job Duties
· Manage certification training and recruitment activities of the Peer Recovery Supporter program funded by the ADAMH Board of Franklin County and OhioMHAS.
· Supervise the PRS Training Coordinators (2) who are responsible for review of applications, database management, and planning and delivery of trainings.
· Conduct outreach to PRS employers, providers interested in peer support, advocacy organizations, government agencies, and Peer Run Organizations to promote programming and cultivate relationships with other organizations in the peer support field.
· Review and analyze data to ensure equitable and inclusive delivery of trainings and support services.
· Manage program efforts to support peers in the workplace, including support groups, continuing education trainings, and other events that promote networking and education for PRS.
· Lead the PRS Recruitment Event Planning Committee (a committee of the Peer Employer Learning Collaborative)
· Manage the planning and delivery of two recruitment events per year, including venue selection, development of educational content, soliciting sponsorships, and arranging logistics
· Solicit content, draft articles and compile resources, trainings and jobs for the monthly PRS Newsletter
· Manage the twice-monthly PRS Group, including supporting facilitators, tracking attendance, and promoting the group as needed
· Manage ongoing efforts to assess the needs and workplace experiences of PRS and the needs and effectiveness of their employers.
Other Responsibilities
· Represent MHAOhio at events, on panels, in advisory groups or workgroups when appropriate.
· Other duties, within reason and scope of the position’s primary duties, may be assigned after consultation with employee and supervisor.
Qualifications
· Minimum bachelor’s degree in a related field
· Three years’ experience; ability to communicate well orally and in writing
· Mental health background and passion desirable
· The ability to work effectively with diverse people and communities, contribute to a collaborative team, and be people-centric
· Ability to work well independently and within a multi-disciplinary team environment, managing multiple priorities with efficiency and organization
· Demonstrated attention and accuracy to detail
· Proficient with database management and Microsoft Office products, preferably in macOS
· Ability to fulfill assignments with reliability and punctuality
Salary Range
$48,000 - $52,000
Benefits
· 80% employer-covered medical, dental and vision insurance policies starting 30 days after hire
· 100% employer-paid life insurance policy starting 6 months after start date
· Access to a 403B plan
· Mileage and phone reimbursement (where applicable)
· Agency-paid professional development (up to a certain amount)
· 24 days of PTO for vacation and illness (sick time can be used upon accrual, vacation time after 6
· months of employment)
· 11 paid holidays; 2 paid personal days; 5 paid mental health days
· Additional PTO for bereavement (5 days) and parental leave (9 weeks)

IgniteU Academic Mentor
ORG: Godman Guild Association
Posting date:
September 11, 2023
How to apply:
Please visit https://www.godmanguild.org/employment to apply.
Job Description:
- Purpose: To lead, monitor, and evaluate IgniteU participants while providing in-school support, after-school programming, and summer day camp programming to provide youth with career exploration, work readiness, academic and social-emotional enrichment.
- Essential Responsibilities To provide in-school and out-of-school programming that supports the career exploration, academic, social, and emotional development of program participants. This includes: Representing IgniteU programming at program site including attending educational team meetings, offering tutoring and/or academic interventions, and classroom support as assigned.
- Providing IgniteU after school programming including supervision of students, providing career exploration, academic, social, and emotional enrichment activities (includes physical activity and emotional regulation), supporting with homework help, meal program as assigned.
- Assisting with program module design with direction from YFE Director and IgniteU-SYEP Supervisor.
- Facilitating assigned program modules, field trips and special events, family events and parent meetings as assigned.
- Using data to inform instruction and assess participant development, which includes tracking assigned student attendance, academic progress and facilitating assessments.
- Providing summer day camp programming (SYEP) with direct supervision of an assigned campers including creating and implementing age-appropriate, trauma-sensitive modules in the areas of nature education, academic enrichment, career exploration, work readiness, social, and emotional enrichment, and arts and crafts as well as supporting with the meal program, swim lessons, field trips, field games and special events as assigned.
- Documenting program activity, individual participant attendance, progress, and assessments; completing reports as required.
Other Responsibilities
- Provide supervision and guidance to interns, work study students, volunteers, and contract employees as directed.
- Accompany participants in agency vehicles to remote program site or on field trips.
- Recruit and enroll participants for program and/or agency/community events as needed.
- Participate in professional development and training as required.
- Be a registered professional with OCCRRA Ohio Professional Registry.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Consistency: Maintain the same high standards for each assignment as the last.
- Works as part of a team: Share resources, responds to requests from other team members, and work aligns with agency/program strategic plan, mission and vision.
- Time Management/Multi-tasking: Accomplish goals by establishing priorities and organizing your workload to meet deadlines.
Experience and Education
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Some college or equivalent experience, is required.
- Experience facilitating group work with school age youth in out of school time settings or nontraditional educational environments.
- Experience working with diverse populations.
- Current certification in First Aid, CPR, Communicable Diseases, Recognizing Child Abuse or ability to complete these trainings withing 90 days.
- Requires the ability to work independently and remotely.
- Requires intermediate computer skills and experience using office equipment.
- The ability to work non-traditional hours. Some evenings and weekends may be required.
- The ability to speak other languages preferred.
- Must be able to pass a criminal and child abuse background check.
Physical, Mental, and Other Requirements The ability to carry up to 50 pounds. The ability to spend 75% of work time lifting, bending, standing, and walking.
- The ability to work independently to complete remote work assignments.
- Access to reliable transportation to travel to assigned program site daily.
- Demonstrate patience and understanding with clients.
- Must have access to a working phone or cell phone.
- Must have access to reliable WIFI or internet connection other than at Guild offices or program sites.
- Requires ability to work in environmental conditions that vary in climate, noise level, and terrain: activities occur inside and outside for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to positively represent the agency and form productive relationships with school employees, youth, and families while maintaining professional boundaries.
Work will primarily be in person, although some remote work may be available at times

Adult Education Instructor – Math
ORG: Godman Guild Association
Posting date:
September 6, 2023
Job Description:
Godman Guild Association is a non-profit organization founded in 1898 with a focus on helping to build better neighborhoods – one person, one family at a time. Godman Guild’s programs are for all ages and are built to provide a continuum of success and support, making it possible for participants to achieve their academic and career goals.
We are currently seeking an Adult Education Instructor to teach in our Aspire program. The emphasis of this program is to provide educational and transitional services for clients seeking to enhance basic skills, earn their GED, enter post-secondary opportunities, and/or obtain employment. This is a Math instruction position.
Classes are held 9 am- noon and 5pm-8pm Monday though Thursday, plus prep, staff and department meetings, etc for 40 hours per week.
We are currently teaching in a hybrid model; these classes may be any combination of in person in different locations around Columbus, virtual, and hybrid and may change .
Basic Responsibilities
In order to be successful, this position requires the ability to successfully teach to provide educational leadership and instruction to students in classroom, small group, individual settings and online.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Developing, planning and supervising all instructional/educational activities of students either individually, in small groups, and whole groups with sensitivity based on appropriate learning styles, disabilities, barriers, and special needs
Interpreting entry-level academic performance test (which may include the GED practice test), and other assessment data to prescribe a program of learning for each student;
Counseling students in the development of short and long range educational goals
Maintaining a clean, safe, welcoming, organized, attractive, and relaxed environment where students may feel secure and receptive to learning
Planning, preparing, completing and implementing the daily and weekly lesson plans, frequently in collaboration with other instructors
Maintaining and completing all pertinent records, correspondence, and reports, including the Universal Portfolio System required for individual students and necessary for the successful operation of the program
Work Experience and Education
- Requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 1 year of teaching or adult tutoring experience;
- Previous experience with adult learners in an Aspire/ ABLE program is strongly preferred
- Experience teaching in a hybrid model strongly preferred
- Competency in subject matter
Other Requirements
- Must be able to lift, push and/or carry up to ten pounds (i.e., text books, carts, etc.);
- Successful completion of a criminal background check
- able to teach remotely as well as in person (internet access, etc)

Adult Education Instructor – Language Arts
ORG: Godman Guild Association
Posting date:
September 6, 2023
How to apply:
Please visit https://www.godmanguild.org/employment to apply.
Job Description:
odman Guild Association is a non-profit organization founded in 1898 with a focus on helping to build better neighborhoods – one person, one family at a time. Godman Guild’s programs are for all ages and are built to provide a continuum of success and support, making it possible for participants to achieve their academic and career goals.
We are currently seeking an Adult Education Instructor to teach in our Aspire program. The emphasis of this program is to provide educational and transitional services for clients seeking to enhance basic skills, earn their GED, enter post-secondary opportunities, and/or obtain employment. This is a Language Arts instruction position.
Classes are held 9 am- noon and 5pm-8pm Monday though Thursday, plus prep, staff and department meetings, etc for 40 hours per week.
We are currently teaching in a hybrid model; these classes may be any combination of in person in different locations around Columbus, virtual, and hybrid and may change .
Basic Responsibilities
In order to be successful, this position requires the ability to successfully teach to provide educational leadership and instruction to students in classroom, small group, individual settings and online.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Developing, planning and supervising all instructional/educational activities of students either individually, in small groups, and whole groups with sensitivity based on appropriate learning styles, disabilities, barriers, and special needs
Interpreting entry-level academic performance test (which may include the GED practice test), and other assessment data to prescribe a program of learning for each student;
Counseling students in the development of short and long range educational goals
Maintaining a clean, safe, welcoming, organized, attractive, and relaxed environment where students may feel secure and receptive to learning
Planning, preparing, completing and implementing the daily and weekly lesson plans, frequently in collaboration with other instructors
Maintaining and completing all pertinent records, correspondence, and reports, including the Universal Portfolio System required for individual students and necessary for the successful operation of the program
Work Experience and Education
- Requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 1 year of teaching or adult tutoring experience;
- Previous experience with adult learners in an Aspire/ ABLE program is strongly preferred
- Experience teaching in a hybrid model strongly preferred
- Competency in subject matter
Other Requirements
- Must be able to lift, push and/or carry up to ten pounds (i.e., text books, carts, etc.);
- Successful completion of a criminal background check
- able to teach remotely as well as in person (internet access, etc)