Human Service Innovations, LLC

09/11/2026

So proud of and grateful for Natalie Trav sharing this very personal story with such a powerful message about how we must think differently and do differently in our approach to supporting mothers (and families), and the tapestry of people that support them. Thank you for being vulnerable and honest about this truly special experience and important issue.

For those that don't know, Natalie is the magic behind the HSI branding and communications through her company Apogee Creative, where she continues to make a transformative impact on communities while being a great mom.

The journey of matrescence is different for every woman, and I share this story to remind new moms out there that it’s OK to not be OK, and to seed the conversa...

09/09/2026

Leadership is about ENVISIONING a better future and INSPIRING others to join you in CREATING it.

A core responsibility of a board is setting the strategic direction of an organization, on behalf of community, and getting this right is both a legal and fiduciary responsibility.

Check out Human Service Innovations' Insights focus on effective boards and what owning the strategic direction of an organization can mean.

Setting the strategic direction of an organization on behalf of com...

09/08/2026

So many new stories have been released into the world of Human Service Innovations, and many may not know we have a newsletter, Insights!, reaching our audiences too! Please consider signing up and receiving quick tips on all the imporant pieces of what it can take to think differently and innovate organizations.

https://insights-hsi.beehiiv.com/p/owning-the-strategic-direction-insights-with-hsi-edition-no-5

09/06/2026

This is a story of moving quickly to transform circumstances and meet a significant community need. Friends and neighbors experiencing housing instability and homelessness during the pandemic faced circumstances far beyond their ability to overcome, and they and the staff of homeless service agencies were at risk and were dying. Waiting for that to happen wasn't something Kelly King Horne was going to do. Listen to the whole conversation on Human Service Innovations, LLC’s podcast Impact Unbound with host John Dougherty and subscribe to Impact Unbound on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.

09/05/2026

Registration opens at noon for our Fall II Session!
We have some amazing classes for adults, so mark your calendars and get dirty with us this fall.

09/03/2026

Introducing Impact Unbound, a series of conversations with leaders driving impact in their communities and pushing the limits on what's possible.

In this first episode, we talk about a time when the pandemic was leaving millions of people with work — and without housing. In a few short weeks, Kelly King Horne, executive director for Homeward, and John Dougherty, our show's host, navigated the complexity of finding housing in a distancing world. Partnering with housing resource partners, healthcare systems and hotels they were able to help facilitate non-congregate safe shelter for over 2,500 individuals in the first year of COVID-19. What was rapid fire innovation turned into transformative system building that has become foundational to how the regional system collaboratively supports their friends and neighbors experiencing homelessness.

Join Kelly and John as they explore how they transformed crisis into opportunity, and subscribe to Impact Unbound on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.

Huge thanks to Signal House Richmond for helping us produce Impact Unbound!

09/02/2026

Nice work Carbondale Clay Center lifting up and celebrating the work and contribution of our young people. This is community impact!

Join us September 4 - 6 for the Student Art Sale!

Fall in love with handmade ceramic art made by local artists! Experience the work of adult students of the Carbondale Clay Center. Come by during First Friday or stop by throughout the weekend!

September 4th: 2-8 pm
September 5th: 12-6 pm
September 6th: 12-3 pm

Featuring art by:
Gail Mathieson
Saylor Perez
Jack Lauer
Penelope Greenwell
Cara Bollinger
Lauren Jackson
Brianna Dolbin
Claire Green
Dyana Furmansky
David Han

09/02/2026

Thinking and acting in alignment with a clear set of values prepares an organization to navigate change because the work of understanding shared ownership and belonging has already driven the commitment required to move through it.

Values cement the guardrails that keep the leaders, team members and organization on track when moving toward their shared goals. Applying focus on values and gaining clarity on how they influence tough decisions to keep the mission delivery adaptive and effective can be the most fulfilling and powerful moves an organization can make.

How are you and your organization using values to guide your work and impact your success?

Share your thoughts in the chat!

Aligning with your values to lead is essential to protecting organi...

08/31/2026

Human Service Innovations is please to support Community Health Services in recruiting their next Executive Director for the region's nonprofit dedicated to providing affordable public health services.

Available Positions Join a incredible mission and dedicated team! To apply for a position: please apply via links to the right or email cover letter and resume to: [email protected]

08/31/2026

Title: Executive Director
Organization: Community Health Services (CHS)
Location: Aspen, CO (Hybrid / On-site)
Salary: $130,000 – $165,000 + Mountain Perks
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Are you a visionary strategist with a deep passion for health equity?
Community Health Services (CHS) is seeking an inspiring, community-minded
Executive Director to lead our $1.41M non-profit safety-net clinic in Aspen, Colorado. Operating since 1971, CHS delivers low-cost reproductive, preventive, prenatal, and oral healthcare to diverse mountain communities across Pitkin, Eagle, and Garfield counties.

If you are a calm, community-minded and grounded leader who can bridge supporting quality clinical care with managing long-term strategic and financial stability, we want to hear from you. See the full Position Profile here: https://aspencommunityhealth.org/employment-opportunities/

✨ Why Join Us? (Total Rewards & Lifestyle Perks)
Competitive Pay: $130,000 – $165,000 per annum.

Financial Security: Simple IRA with a 3% employer match.

Health & Balance: Medical, dental, vision, generous vacation, and a wellness stipend.

Perks: Discounted ski pass and weekly staff meals.

⚙️ Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Drive an inclusive, client-centered culture and execute data-informed annual and long-range planning.

Fiscal Management: Oversee a $1.41M budget, medical billing models, grant revenues, and community fundraising.

Team Development: Recruit, mentor, and retain a high-performing clinical and administrative team.

Community Alliances: Serve as the public face of CHS, braiding service resources with regional health departments and hospital networks.

Board Relations: Report directly to the Board Chair and collaborate on fundraising initiatives.

🎓 Candidate Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred, e.g. MSN, DNP, PA, MHA, MPH, MBA or other commensurate degree preferred).

Experience: 1–3 years in clinical healthcare setting AND 3+ years of senior executive leadership in healthcare and/or nonprofits.

Skills: Strong financial acumen, board governance background, and stellar communication skills.
Plus: Bilingual (Spanish) and local community-building experience desired.

📩 How to Apply

Applications close Wednesday, September 30, at 5:00 PM.
Please email a tailored cover letter and resume directly to: [email protected]

Note: No recruiters or quick-apply submissions will be considered.

Available Positions Join a incredible mission and dedicated team! To apply for a position: please apply via links to the right or email cover letter and resume to: [email protected]