| Primary Contact: |
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Raymond Coffey, Executive Director, (802) 878-6982, (email)
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| Position title: |
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Adult Board Member |
| Description: |
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Essex CHIPS is seeking adults with connections to the Essex, Essex Junction, and/or Westford communities (either through residence or work) to serve on our dynamic youth/adult Board. No formal experience is necessary, but Board and/or non-profit experience is a plus. Duties include:
General Expectations
- Become familiar with the organization’s mission, history, purposes, goals, policies, programs, finances, relationships, strengths, and needs.
- Become familiar with Board By-laws.
- Willingness and ability to dedicate, on average, 4 hours/month for Board and Committee work.
- Read and sign conflict of interest statement
Meetings
- Consistently prepare for and participate in board and committee meetings.
- Ask timely and substantive questions; support majority decisions.
- Maintain confidentiality and speak for the organization when authorized.
- Suggest agenda items to ensure significant, policy-related matters are addressed.
Fiduciary Responsibilities
- Faithfully read and understand financial statements.
- Assist in implementing fund-raising strategies.
- Make a personal donation to Essex CHIPS during our Annual Fundraising Campaign
Community Ambassadors
- Actively communicate your knowledge of the organization to your friends, acquaintances and the larger community.
- Plan to attend a minimum of two CHIPS events each year to increase your knowledge and awareness of the organization’s activities and demonstrate strong board support for the organization.
- Board members will be representing Essex CHIPS and our mission within the local community and are asked to conduct themselves accordingly.
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| Day, Time, & Place of Board Meetings:: |
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3rd Wednesday of the month, 6:30 PM at the Essex Teen Center (5 Corners, Essex Junction) |
| Minimum Position Requirements (e.g. serve on sub-committee, attend events): |
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Attendance at Full Board Meetings |
| What screening procedures are required?: |
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Application, Background Check (VCIC, DAD, SRS, FBI) |
| Is this volunteer site accessible for those with physical disabilities?: |
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No |
| The minimum age for a Board Member is: |
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18 |
| Is this opportunity appropriate for court-ordered service?: |
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No |
| Is parking available?: |
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yes |
| Is there a cost for parking?: |
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no |
| Does the agency reimburse volunteers for parking?: |
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n/a |
| In which county(ies) does your Board meet and work take place?: |
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Chittenden County |
| Health: |
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Substance Abuse
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| Human Services: |
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Community Recreation
Family Services
Job Training/Employment
Neighborhood Centers
Youth/Teens
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| Public, Societal Benefit: |
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Community Development
Leadership Development
Volunteerism
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