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10 people are interested
Board of Directors, Directors
ORGANIZATION: Waystone Health and Human Services
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10 people are interested
BOARD MEMBER JOB DESCRIPTION
MISSION
To support and empower individuals with disabilities and those with significant challenges to pursue their goals and to live a fulfilled life.
POSITION
The Board Member will support the work of Fidelity House CRC (FHCRC) and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by FHCRC’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Board-CEO relationship is a partnership and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected. Specific Board Member responsibilities include:
LEADERSHIP, GOVERNANCE, and OVERSIGHT
- Serving as advisor to the CEO as they develop and implement FHCRC’s strategy.
- Reviewing outcomes and metrics created by FHCRC for evaluating its impact, and regularly measuring its performance and effectiveness using those metrics.
- Reviewing the agenda and supporting materials prior to all board and committee meetings, and attending all meetings.
- Approving FHCRC’s annual budget, audit reports, and material business decisions.
- Being informed of, and meeting all, legal and fiduciary responsibilities.
- Contributing to an annual performance evaluation of the CEO.
- Assisting the CEO and Board Chair in identifying and recruiting other qualified Board Members.
- Partnering with the CEO and other Board Members to ensure that board resolutions are carried out.
- Serving on committees or task forces as needed.
- Representing FHCRC to stakeholders and acting as an ambassador.
FUNDRAISING
- Board Members will consider FHCRC a top philanthropic priority. FHCRC expects to have 100% of Board Members make an annual contribution that is commensurate with their capacity.
- Support the development and philanthropic strategy of FHCRC, which includes cultivating donors, making social connections, attending events, and working in partnership with the CEO and the Director of Development.
BOARD TERMS
FHCRC’s Board Members serve a one-year trial term, followed by a choice of a one, two or three year term, and are one are eligible for an additional three-year term.
PARTICIPATION
Board meetings are held six times per year and committee meetings are held regularly, separate from board meetings. Board Members are required to participate on a committee that will best complement their skills, passions, and areas of expertise. Service on FHCRC’s Board of Directors is without remuneration.
Selected Board Members will ensure that FHCRC is governed properly and is fulfilling its mission. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. Board Members who can dedicate their time and talent to the organization will enjoy being on the forefront of advances in disability services while working with an equally committed board and senior management team.
More opportunities with Waystone Health and Human Services
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Waystone Health and Human Services
Location:
439 SOUTH UNION ST, LAWRENCE, MA 01843, US
Mission Statement
We partner with people of diverse ages, abilities, and cultural backgrounds throughout their personal, work, and life journeys across Massachusetts. Our core values of Trust, Growth, Respect, Integrity, and Belonging are integral to our work with people and their families in all aspects of their lives. Our values guide our decision-making and inform interactions with one another as well as our provision of services.
Description
Welcome to Waystone Health & Human Services. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to serving those with disabilities and significant challenges.
We serve people across the lifespan, starting at the age of three and through the end of life. While we are known for serving people with disabilities, we support a growing number of people with brain injuries, medical and behavioral challenges, dementia, and veterans with service-related disabilities. Our services focus on the whole person by first addressing basic human needs and providing the tools and resources necessary for people to live and grow. Personal goals are then identified and tackled to ensure people thrive and belong in meaningful ways within their communities.
In more than 63 cities and towns across Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire, you will find us in neighborhoods, businesses, community organizations, school districts, and higher education institutions. In our work, we are also committed to addressing economic, racial, and social inequities and creating positive change for those we serve and the communities in which they live and work.
At Waystone, we acknowledge and honor all individuals' fundamental values and dignity. We have always strived to create an ethical and compassionate environment that respects the diversity, traditions, and experiences of all we serve and employ.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Heritage Place439 South Street, Suite 401Lawrence, MA 01843
DATE POSTED
May 20, 2021
SKILLS
- Strategic Planning
- Business Development
- IT Consulting
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Six Board meetings/year, currently virtual, at 9:00 am and 6-12 committee meetings/year, currently virtual. When COVID is over we will have two fundraisers per year and ask for volunteers to assist with the setup and facilitation.
- A sincere interest in the disability community. Prior experience with this community is a plus.