Highly motivated board member's needed for abused & neglected child advocacy program

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Court Appointed Special Advocates of North Sand Mountain (CASA) program recruits, trains, and supports
volunteer advocates as a powerful voice for the best interests of abused and neglected
children during the court process, in order to help every child ultimately thrive in a stable
and permanent home.
CASA of North Sand Mountain is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) community benefit organization established to advocate for abused and neglected children under the care of the Jackson and Dekalb County Juvenile Court. A member of the Alabama CASA network and in good standing with the National CASA?GAL Association.

Term: Three years

Responsibilities and Powers of the Board of Directors:

1. Establish policies for administering the program and services that are in harmony with the purpose of the agency.

2. Employ and evaluate the performance of the executive director.

3. Secure funds required for current expenses by mobilizing the entire volunteer and staff forces for active participation in funding efforts.

4. Ensure that the financial affairs of the agency are conducted in a responsible way and in accordance with established policies.

Principal Duties:

1. Prepare for, attend and participate in board meetings and at least one Board Member Training when it becomes available.

2. Attend meetings of standing committees, as well as any special committees to which appointed.

3. Cultivate sources of financial support and make a personal monetary donation to the program.

4. Assume board leadership responsibilities as requested and as possible.

5. Represent the agency at community events, organizations and with private individuals. Speak informatively proudly and positively.

6. Be informed about agency programs, policies and services.

7. Be informed about the needs of the community and our constituents.

8. Evaluate annual organization performance and maintain progress towards long-range organizational goals.

9. Provide references for board membership, volunteer prospects and fundraising possibilities.

10. Follow the organization’s bylaws, policies, and board resolutions.

11. Sign an annual conflict-of-interest disclosure and update it during the year if necessary, as well as disclose potential conflicts before meetings and actual conflicts during meetings

12. Maintain confidentiality about all internal matters of CASA of North Sand Mountain.

13. Complete yearly and sign for self, CA/N and background checks, as well as a copy of valid drivers license and proof of automobile insurance coverage.