Employment Opportunities
The National Runaway Safeline is fun and rewarding place to work. There are regular company and team gatherings to encourage a tight knit and supportive workplace. In addition to standard holidays, Full-Time employees receive two floating holidays to be used at their discretion plus a generous PTO allotment that encourages a work/life balance. We currently operate under a flexible hybrid work environment (two days in office and three days remote). NRS offers a comprehensive package of Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement benefits.
Join Our Team!
We’re currently seeking candidates for the following positions:
Chief Engagement Officer
The Chief Engagement Officer will lead NRS’ strategic fundraising, communications, marketing, and outreach efforts. This individual will work closely with the CEO and the Executive Leadership Team to align and implement initiatives that drive awareness, engagement, and support for NRS. This role includes overseeing brand management, communications strategies, and resource development while ensuring NRS’s mission of supporting at-risk youth remains at the forefront of all initiatives. Up to 20% travel is expected for this position.
HR Generalist
The HR Generalist will support the organization by managing a variety of human resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can foster strong relationships across the organization and ensure adherence to HR best practices. The HR Generalist will work closely with the Chief Administrative Officer to support the organizational goals of NRS.
Finance and Operations Manager
The Manager of Finance & Operations will support the financial and operational functions of NRS, ensuring effective management of day-to-day financial activities and organizational processes. This role will manage accounts payable, payroll, benefits administration, and compliance with grant requirements, while maintaining accurate financial documentation. The Manager will work closely with the CAO and senior leadership to ensure smooth operations and compliance with non-profit accounting principles.
Development Associate
The Development Associate will support NRS’s fundraising and development efforts by managing donor relationships, organizing fundraising events, and assisting with donor communications. This position will play a vital role in maintaining and growing the organization’s financial support base. The Development Associate will collaborate closely with the Chief Engagement Officer and other team members to ensure the success of development initiatives.
Grants Manager
The Grants Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the financial sustainability of NRS by managing the grant lifecycle,including identifying, applying for, securing, and reporting on grants. This role requires an experienced professional with a strong background in nonprofit grants management. The Grants Manager will work closely with the Chief Engagement Officer and other departments to align grant proposals with organizational goals and ensure compliance with grant requirements.
Crisis Services Supervisor (CSS)
The Crisis Services Supervisor (CSS) serves as part of the Crisis Services team that provides trauma-informed, solution-focused crisis intervention, information, and referrals to young people that are facing crisis, have run away, or are experiencing homelessness via a crisis hotline and digital communication platforms (live chat, email and forum postings). The CSS reports to the Director of Crisis Services (DCS) and provides on-shift support within the Crisis Services Center for interns and volunteers with a strong focus on quality assurance. All Crisis Services team members complete a 40+ hour intensive crisis intervention training prior to handling crisis contacts. Several full-time and part-time positions are available across day, evening and overnight shifts, and may include weekend hours. As a 24/7 operation, some flexibility is also required to attend mandatory all-staff and team meetings that may fall outside of a regular weekly schedule. All positions are based in Chicago with the possibility of hybrid work schedules.
Internships
InternshipsThe National Runaway Safeline offers internship opportunities to graduate students who are currently enrolled in an MSW program or other related fields of study. Interns work and learn as part of the Crisis Services team that provides trauma-informed, solution-focused crisis intervention, information, and referrals to young people that are facing crisis, have run away, or are experiencing homelessness via a crisis hotline and digital communication platforms (chat, text, email, and online forum postings). These positions are available as academic year opportunities, are part-time, and are based at NRS’ office in Chicago with the possibility of hybrid work schedules. Interns are required to completed 40+ hours of intensive training before handing crisis contacts.
Please email Clinical Supervisor, Stephanie Kiesling, LCSW at skiesling@1800runaway.org with any questions about the NRS Internship Program.