career opportunities

At imadi, we believe in harnessing the unique talents of our stakeholders to further the mission and impact of our work. We understand that we have the capacity to provide deeply meaningful and life-changing support for our clients. We hire only the most devoted individuals who are ready to change the world, and we are committed to helping them reach their potential too.
 
Join imadi, and be a part of a transformation in the world of pediatric healthcare.
Program Director (full-time)

Title: Program Director

Pay: $70,000 – $95,000, commensurate with experience

Job Type: full-time, hybrid

Benefits: 401(k) with employer matching, paid holidays and parental leave, health insurance, investment in professional development

ABOUT THE POSITION:

 imadi is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and compassionate Program Director to oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of all stakeholder programming. This includes year-round initiatives, our transformative summer camp, hospital programming, and fundraising events. The Program Director will be highly creative, a skilled organizer, and a passionate advocate for children with complex medical needs and their families.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Make Magic.

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate imadi’s programs for families and volunteers, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and goals.
  • Plan, organize, and oversee imadi’s flagship summer camp, providing a safe, inclusive, and enriching environment for campers with life-changing medical conditions.
  • Lead hospital programming to deliver meaningful activities for inpatient clients.
  • Interface with other organizations and community stakeholders, including arranging Bnei Mitzvah projects, building and maintaining partnerships, participating in school community service fairs, and organizing toy drives.

Proper Wand Technique Includes:

  • Event Planning: Oversee logistics, staffing, and budgeting for events, ensuring they run smoothly and achieve desired outcomes.
  • Volunteer Engagement: Foster strong relationships with high school and community volunteers, encouraging long-term commitment and leadership development.
  • Family Support: Work closely with families to understand their unique needs and tailor programming to provide meaningful support.
  • Finance: Prepare and manage program budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring cost-effectiveness.
  • Ambassadorship: Represent imadi at community events, networking opportunities, and in partnerships with hospitals and other organizations.
  • Leadership:
    • Serve as the direct supervisor for the coordinator of imadi’s Big Brother program, providing guidance and support to ensure successful implementation and growth.
    • Oversee and provide leadership for the future Director of Volunteer Experience once hired, ensuring a seamless volunteer engagement strategy across all programs.

 

How to Apply:  Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to [email protected]. Please include “Program Director Application” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Director of Volunteer Experience (full-time)

Job Title: Director of Volunteer Experience

Position Overview:
The Director of Volunteer Experience will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing a comprehensive volunteer program that encompasses recruitment, training, engagement, and retention. This role will create an intentional arc of the volunteer journey, ensuring that every stage—from onboarding to alumni status—is enriching, educational, and mission-driven. The ideal candidate will be passionate about youth development, skilled in curriculum design, and dedicated to fostering leadership, growth, and community among our high school volunteers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Volunteer Recruitment: Develop and execute strategic recruitment plans to attract diverse high school volunteers from Maryland and D.C.
  • Training & Development: Design and implement a comprehensive training curriculum that includes orientation, skill-building workshops, and leadership development.
  • Ongoing Engagement: Create and oversee meaningful programs, including educational sessions, mission-driven activities, and fun community-building events.
  • Program Design: Develop an overarching volunteer experience framework that aligns with Imadi’s mission, values, and goals, incorporating a blend of service, education, and social impact.
  • Curriculum Development: Design curriculum-based learning sessions, integrating themes related to pediatric healthcare, community service, and personal growth.
  • Volunteer Support: Provide guidance and support to volunteers, fostering a positive, inclusive, and motivating environment.
  • Metrics & Evaluation: Establish methods for tracking volunteer progress, satisfaction, and impact, using data to continuously improve the volunteer experience.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with imadi staff, school liaisons, and community partners to enhance volunteer opportunities and support organizational initiatives.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan with matching contributions
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible work environment

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to [email protected].  

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Ahuva Orlofsky is the Chair of the Board of imadi, where she has been instrumental in expanding the organization’s support to over 120 families dealing with chronic illness and medical conditions in Maryland and Washington, DC. With a background in education and marketing, she previously served as the Director of Marketing at Sulam, enhancing the organization’s brand and outreach. Ahuva lives in Silver Spring with her husband and three children, and is known for her compassion, resilience, and dedication to her community.

Emily Briton is the president of MedStar Montgomery Medical Center and senior vice president of MedStar Health, with over a decade of experience in healthcare administration, systemwide service line integration, and hospital operations. Before her current role, she served as senior vice president of operations and chief operating officer at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, leading key initiatives during the COVID-19 pandemic. Emily has been recognized as a leader in her field, earning accolades such as the Washington Business Journal’s 40 under 40. Emily lives with her husband and two daughters in Kensington, MD.

Miriam is the Vice President of Development at Borderline Media Company, a healthcare marketing agency. She often spends her free time watching old movies and baking for anyone who will excessively compliment her creations. Currently, she serves as the secretary of imadi’s Board of Directors and a member of the executive committee.

Cheri is a passionate community leader with strong involvement in Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School and The Associated Jewish Federation of Baltimore, where she has held key roles, including past Chair of the 4Front Teen Advisory Committee and Co-Chair of the Young Adult Task Force. Her unwavering dedication to enhancing the lives of others drives her commitment to engaging kids and young adults, supporting them physically, emotionally, and mentally, and connecting families and volunteers to benefit from the Imadi experience.

Chanan Weissman is the director of the SAPIR Institute at the Maimonides Fund. He previously served in the U.S. Department of State for 13 years, where he held a number of positions including most recently as the Section Chief of the Internet Freedom & Business and Human Rights unit. He is the only person to have served twice as the White House Liaison to the Jewish Community, which he did in the final year of the Obama Administration and the first year of the Biden Administration. He also served on the staff of the National Security Council as the Director for Democracy and Technology and then as the Director for Partnerships and Global Engagement.

Dr. Ari Elman is a medical oncologist in the Sandra & Malcolm Berman Cancer Institute at GBMC in Baltimore. Known for his stellar bedside manner and approvable disposition, Ari loves a good game of trivia and fine dining.

Eric Reitberger is the managing principal at Quest Management Group and lives in Baltimore. He describes himself as an avid golfer and consumer of a wide array of alcoholic beverages.

Gadi Rozmaryn serves as the Senior VP of Software Engineering at Salanter Akiba Riverdale High School. He lives in Silver Spring, is married to Jackie Rozmaryn, and is proud of his three children – two of which volunteer at imadi. 

Amos J. Hochstein is a top national and economic security official in the Biden-Harris administration. Currently he serves as the Deputy Assistant to the President and Senior Adviser for Energy and Investment under U.S. President Joe Biden. He is married to Julie Rae Ringel; they have four children together and live in Washington D.C.