Minnesota Trauma Recovery Institute (MN-TRI) is a Minneapolis based nonprofit whose vision is to heal the legacy of traumatic stress in families involved in the criminal justice system. We provide high quality therapeutic services to justice-involved individuals and families and work systemically to interrupt inequitable social structures that lead to cycles of trauma and addition.
Our values: Rooted in social and racial justice, we strive to embody fairness, collaboration, sustainability, competence and growth in human potential.
We’re seeking passionate, energetic, individuals who share our values and vision. Come join us on our board! We are especially interested in board member candidates with experience in at least one of the following:
Finance
Fundraising and development
Public relations/marketing
Social media
Life experience with criminal justice, recovery and/or mental health systems
To better serve our community, we strive for diversity in race, gender-identity and socioeconomic status among staff and board members. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, queer/gender non-conforming, and people with low-incomes are strongly encouraged to apply. This board is made up of volunteers. No position on the board is paid.
EXPECTIONS OF A BOARD MEMBER AT MN-TRI
Board members work collaboratively with staff and other board members to accomplish our mission. Board responsibilities include:
Collaborative strategic planning for how MN-TRI will carry out its mission while maintaining financial stability
Establishing policies for effective management of the organization
Serving as an advocate and ambassador for MN-TRI
Supervising and supporting the executive director
Attending monthly board meetings and appropriate committee meetings
Serving on at least one committee. Current committees: Governance, Finance, Fundraising
Time commitment varies, but might be 3-4 hours/month, including a monthly 1-2-hour board meeting as well as a committee meeting.
Contact MN-TRI Governance Committee chair Terri Karis at karist@uwstout.edu. We’ll talk about your interest and experiences and answer any questions you might have.
You’ll have an opportunity to meet with our Executive Director, Molly Bailey, and other board members prior to us deciding if you’re a good fit for our board.
ABOUT MN-TRI AND OUR IMPACT ON THE COMMUNITY
MN-TRI’s racially diverse clinical team is a group of trauma-responsive and culturally informed psychotherapists who are committed to justice and celebrate the resilience of our incredible clients each day. We advocate for our clients as they navigate the criminal justice system and support people accessing the services they need to truly heal. Since we began providing services in January 2020
2,056 therapy sessions have been conducted with individuals who have suffered trauma
188 clients have received individual, couples or family therapy
787 psychotherapy groups have been provided to residents of RS EDEN recovery services who are fighting the battle of drug and alcohol addiction
6 trainings have been provided to teams working with justice-involved individuals across legal, mental health, substance use, and social service sectors including Hennepin County judges, referees, and courtroom staff, Hennepin County Public Defenders, Wayside Recovery Services, Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) Behavioral Health Division (BHD), and NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center
80 practitioners (from 10 states, and 5 countries) have been trained in Narrative Exposure Therapy, an evidence-based intervention for treating complex trauma
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