Board Member
(Durham Association for Family Resources and Support, Oshawa)
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Position ID: V-OSH0886
Last Modified: 16 Nov 2023
Last Full Update: 16 Nov 2023
Opportunity Details: Board Member
| Contact | Janet Klees, Executive Director, Durham Association for Family Resources and Support; Phone: 905-436-2500 ext 2324; Email: jklees@dafrs.com |
| Duties | Community board member * effective governance of the organization which provides Family Support (supports, resources, connections with other families and other types of assistance) |
| More Info Link | dafrs.com |
| Benefits | Gain board experience * make a difference to families in Durham |
| Clients | Families with a member who has an intellectual disability, or a child with a physical disability |
| Ages | 21 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Men ; Women |
| Areas of Interest | Behavioural and Developmental Support Services ; Board of Directors ; Committees ; Respite Services ; Special Needs / Differently Abled |
| Skills/Experience | Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Leadership ; Planning & Organizing ; Team Work ; Those with experience with Board/Governance; Education, Community organizations; and Healthcare * direct experience with a person with a disability are welcome. |
| Commitment Length | Long Term - 3 years |
| Interaction Level | Solitary ; Small Group |
| Minimum Hours | 6 / Month |
| Dates and Times | Thursday: Evening Monthly Board Meeting on the 3rd Thursday (evenings) in person * Sub Committee Meeting 4-6 times per year online |
| Seasons | Year Round |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible |
| Location | Durham Association for Family Resources and Support, 850 King St W, Unit 20, Oshawa |
| Number of Positions | Durham Region 2 individual(s) needed in total. 2 individual(s) needed in total |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is required ; Minimal training is required. |
| Transportation | Near public transit |
| Police Check | Required |
| Additional Requirements | Vulnerable Sector police check |
| Liability Insurance | Available |
Agency Details: Durham Association for Family Resources and Support, Oshawa
| Office Phone | 905-436-2500 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-500-2850 |
| Fax | 905-436-3587 |
| info@dafrs.com | |
| Website | www.dafrs.com |
| Address & Map | |
| Mailing Address | 850 King St W Unit 20 Oshawa, ON Canada L1J 8N5 |
