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1 person is interested
Represent Clatsop County on Disability Services Advisory Council
ORGANIZATION: Warrenton Northwest Senior and Disability Services
Please visit the new page to apply.
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1 person is interested
NorthWest Senior and Disability Services is currently accepting applications from volunteers interested in serving as a Disability Services Advisory Council member representing Clatsop County.
For an application or more information please contact:
Zaira Flores Marin, Bilingual Council and Volunteer Coordinator
503-304-3451
zaira.flores@nwsds.org
Things you'll do :
- ADVICES NWSDS EXECUTIVES 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 disability community
- ADVOCATE for policies and legislation that affect people with disabilities
- NETWORK with other leaders and local and state government officials
Requirements:
- Submit an application and complete an interview
- Attend a minimum of one meeting prior to joining
- Complete a background check
- Reside in the county being represented
- Serve a 2 year term
- Meetings typically held in Salem with teleconferencing and travel arrangements available upon request.
Qualifications for Council Membership:
Commitment in representing the interests of people with disabilities.
Experience and background in working for the betterment of the lives of people with disabilities.
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 Marin, Bilingual Council and Volunteer Coordinator
503-304-3451
zaira.flores@nwsds.org
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About Warrenton Northwest Senior and Disability Services
Location:
2002 SE Chokeberry Ave, Warrenton, OR 97146, US
Mission Statement
"The mission of NorthWest Senior & Disability Services is to promote dignity, independence and health: honor choice & empower people."
Description
NorthWest Senior & Disability Services (NWSDS) is a local intergovernmental agency that was created in 1982. 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 the 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
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2002 SE Chokeberry AvenueWarrenton, OR 97146
DATE POSTED
January 2, 2020
SKILLS
- Networking
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Community Outreach
- Advocacy
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum of approx 3 hour commitment once a month for meetings and 3-5 hours per month for emails, readings, reviewing meeting materials, and other activities.
- Applicants must complete an application and interview. Members are expected to attend all meetings.