Introduction
The strength of R.E.A.C.H.—Real Educational Answers for Community Hope comes from the people who guide it. Our leadership team and board provide vision, accountability, and day-to-day management so programs stay effective and mission-aligned. Expertise spans education, behavioral health, finance, and community engagement to improve lives across Luzerne County.
Philosophy of Leadership
Leadership is service. Directors, managers, and board members earn trust through transparency, collaboration, and measurable results. Leaders listen before acting, use evidence to set strategy, and remain accessible to staff, volunteers, and community members. This keeps R.E.A.C.H. responsive while focused on education and hope.
Executive Leadership Team
Executive Director — [Name]
Chief strategist and public ambassador. Leads planning, fundraising, partnerships, and oversight of all programs. Reports to the Board and ensures regulatory compliance.
Director of Programs — [Name]
Aligns services with evidence and community feedback. Coordinates addiction services, counseling, education, and outreach. Tracks outcomes and quality.
Director of Counseling Services — [Name]
Licensed clinician supervising therapy, ethics, and confidentiality. Manages clinical staff and referral relationships with treatment centers and hospitals.
Director of Education & Job Training — [Name]
Oversees GED, vocational programs, and employer partnerships. Develops curricula and tracks completions, credentials, and placements.
Director of Community Outreach — [Name]
Leads public engagement, volunteer coordination, and events. Ensures visibility across neighborhoods, schools, and faith communities.
Director of Development — [Name]
Manages grants, campaigns, and donor relations. Secures resources to sustain and expand services.
Director of Finance & Administration — [Name]
Oversees budgeting, accounting, HR, and compliance. Ensures financial transparency and long-term stability.
Program Managers and Key Staff
Addiction Services Manager — [Name]
Coordinates peer groups, intake, and progress tracking.
Mental Health Coordinator — [Name]
Manages counseling schedules, specialist referrals, and culturally competent care.
Education Coordinator — [Name]
Supports instructors, lessons, and GED testing data.
Volunteer Manager — [Name]
Recruits, trains, and supports volunteers for drives, fairs, and events.
Data & Evaluation Specialist — [Name]
Builds dashboards and analyzes metrics to drive improvement.
Board of Directors
The Board governs strategy and fiduciary stewardship. Members serve staggered terms, meet quarterly, and evaluate the Executive Director.
Board Composition
- Community advocates with neighborhood ties
- Educational leaders from schools and colleges
- Healthcare professionals in addiction and mental health
- Business and finance specialists
- Legal advisors for compliance
Board Responsibilities
- Approve budgets and monitor finances
- Set long-term strategy
- Ensure mission alignment and values
- Hire and evaluate the Executive Director
- Provide community insight and advocacy
- Support development and partnerships
Sample Roles (placeholders)
- Chairperson — [Name]: Leads meetings and liaises with ED.
- Vice Chair — [Name]: Supports chair and succession.
- Treasurer — [Name]: Oversees reporting and audits.
- Secretary — [Name]: Maintains records.
- Members-at-Large — [Names]: Expertise in education, health, community development.
Advisory Committees
- Finance: Budgets, cash flow, investments.
- Program: Evaluates impact, proposes changes.
- Development: Grants and fundraising.
- Community Engagement: Listening sessions and surveys.
Leadership Development
- Annual training: trauma-informed care, cultural competency, evidence-based practice
- Workshops: nonprofit management, budgeting, public speaking
- Mentoring: pairing emerging leaders with board members
Transparency and Accountability
- Open Records: Annual report, IRS Form 990, audited financials on site
- Conflict of Interest: Disclosures and recusals
- Performance Evaluation: Annual ED review; staff evaluated on outcomes
See Accountability and Impact.
Community Representation
Board recruitment reflects Luzerne County demographics across race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, and socioeconomic background to strengthen decisions and relevance.
Vision for the Future
- Expand digital learning to rural communities
- Increase bilingual counseling services
- Build a permanent community center housing education, counseling, and outreach
- Establish an endowment for stability
Invitation to Engage
Strengthen governance and programs:
- Volunteer for committees or apply for future board roles
- Attend open board meetings
- Support initiatives as a donor or partner
Conclusion
Our executive team turns vision into action. Our board safeguards mission integrity and financial health. Together they embody our values—community first, education as empowerment, compassion without judgment, evidence-based practice, collaboration, and accountability—to deliver real educational answers and renewed hope across Luzerne County.