Advisory Council Positions Now Open
ORGANIZATION: Polk County NorthWest Senior and Disability Services
Please visit the new page to apply.
NorthWest Senior and Disability Services is currently accepting applications from volunteers interested in serving on the Senior Advisory Council
Current Polk County Openings:
- 1 Polk County Representative to serve on Senior Advisory Council
Opportunities :
- ADVOCATE for policies and legislation that affect our seniors
- WORK ON ISSUES related to Medicaid, Medicare, long term services and supports, elder abuse, senior nutrition and health, and more
- INSPIRE CHANGE to programs that serve the aging community
- NETWORK with other senior leaders and local and state government officials
Requirements:
- Passion for our aging
- Submit an application and complete an interview
- Attend a minimum of one meeting prior to joining
- May require a background check
- Must reside in county being represented
- Representatives serve 2 year terms
- Meetings typically held in Salem
- Teleconferencing and travel arrangements may be available upon request
Qualifications for Council Membership:
- Interest in and commitment to representing the interests of older adults.
- Experience and background in working for the betterment of the lives of older adults.
- Ability to work effectively with others.
- Ability to think objectively and express ideas.
- Willingness to devote time and energy to Council activities.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities.
- Interest in planning, policy development, and advocacy activities
For an application or more information please contact:
Zaira Flores-Delgado, Council and Volunteer Coordinator
503-304-3451
zaira.flores@nwsds.org
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About Polk County NorthWest Senior and Disability Services
Location:
260 NE Kings Valley Hwy., Dallas, OR 97338, US
Mission Statement
is to promote dignity, independence and health: honor choice & empower people.
Description
NorthWest Senior & Disability Services
NorthWest Senior & Disability Services (NWSDS) is a local intergovernmental agency designated as the Area Agency on Aging for Clatsop, Marion, Polk, Tillamook and Yamhill Counties. NWSDS is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating and arranging services for seniors and people with disabilities in these five counties.
Funds for the operation of NWSDS and its programs come from federal and state government, as well as from community groups and individual donations. NWSDS also relies heavily on dedicated and compassionate volunteers who serve in the following programs:
- Meals on Wheels
- Senior Dining Centers
- Oregon Money Management Program
- SHIBA (Medicare Counselors)
- Peer Mentoring Program
- Advisory Councils
PLEASE CONTACT US TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WONDERFUL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES OFFERED AT NWSDS.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
260 NE Kings Valley Hwy.Dallas, OR 97338
DATE POSTED
May 15, 2017
SKILLS
- Networking
- Elder care
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Professional Development
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum of approx 3 hour commitment once a month.
- Applicants must complete an application and interview. Members are expected to attend all meetings.