VOLUNTEER BOARD MEMBERS WELCOME
(FOOTPRINTS 4 Autism, Pickering, Autism Respite and Support Services)
Opportunity Details: VOLUNTEER BOARD MEMBERS WELCOME
| Contact | Sandra Chase, Chair, FOOTPRINTS 4 Autism; Phone: 905 420 0388 ext 1; Email: sandchase@rogers.com |
| Duties | Volunteer Board Members Welcome FOOTPRINTS 4 Autism is a nonprofit registered charity serving Durham Region. We offer respite and recreational programs for families with children and youth on the autism spectrum. We are currently growing from a Steering Committee to a Governance Board, and looking for new members to join our Board. We need Board members in the following areas: Marketing, Communications, Fund Development, Finance and Secretary. For a 2-year commitment. Board meetings are held once-a-month in Whitby. We have a virtual option as well. Members can choose roles in Marketing & Communications, Fund Development, Finance, Human Resources and ad-hoc Project sub-committees. These roles can be rewarding to anyone from lawyers, insurance agents, marketing and advertising to accountants, fundraisers, administration, and community minded people, to name a few. Interested in volunteering? We would love to hear from you. Please send resume to: Have questions? Call Sandra at 905-420-0388 ext. 1
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| More Info Link | https://footprints4autism.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2021April-Steering-Committee-Member-Posting-FINAL.pdf |
| Benefits | WHAT YOU WILL GAIN: a greater understanding of Autism and the challenges facing the Autism community * knowing you’ve made a positive impact in the lives of families with ASD * meeting and networking with likeminded individuals * professional development |
| Clients | Children and youth with autism spectrum disorder |
| Ages | 20 year(s) - 100 year(s) |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Suitable For | Anyone ; Adults (18+) ; Post-secondary students ; Persons with a hearing impairment ; Persons with a physical disability ; Persons with a visual impairment ; Men ; Women ; Individuals |
| Areas of Interest | Board of Directors ; Child & Family Services ; Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering ; Finance / Cash Handling ; Fundraising / Canvassing ; Human Resources / Interviewing ; Legal & Law Services / Justice / Probation |
| Skills/Experience | Accounting & Finance ; Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Counseling & Support ; Creativity ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Legal Skills ; Listening Skills ; Marketing & PR ; Mentoring & Training ; Planning & Organizing ; Research ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work ; Web & IT ; Working with Children |
| Commitment Length | Long Term (Minimum of 6 months) |
| Interaction Level | Small Group ; Virtual Volunteering |
| Seasons | Year Round |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features |
| Location | Currently meeetings are held via Zoom |
| Number of Positions | Durham Region 3 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Police Check | Not Required |
| Additional Requirements | Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check clearance |
Agency Details: FOOTPRINTS 4 Autism, Pickering, Autism Respite and Support Services
| Office Phone | 905-420-0388 |
| ourteam@footprints4autism.org | |
| Website | footprints4autism.org |
| Address & Map | |
| Mailing Address | 1066 Dunbarton Rd Pickering, ON Canada L1V 1G8 |
