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Board Position DescriptionsClick the position to jump to the description. Submit your application HERE. Officers:President - TO BE FILLED Jan. 1, 2024 Directors:Director of Programs Director of Technology and Communications - OPEN NOW Director of Membership/Outreach - OPEN NOW Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) |
PRESIDENTThe president is the executive officer of the chapter and its primary spokesperson. As such, the president’s responsibility is to provide leadership, exercise general supervision of the chapter’s and the board of directors’ activities, and direct and control the business of the chapter within the bounds of the bylaws and operating policies.Duties as an Officer 1. Contribute creative and innovative solutions to improve the chapter and its financial standing 2. Attend all board meetings prepared to debate and discuss issues at hand 3. Attend the annual membership meeting 4. Regularly handle board business, including debate, through various communication platforms 5. Actively support the decisions of the board of directors 6. Ensure adherence to the mission, goals, and deadlines of the chapter 7. As a chapter officer, act as a signatory on the chapter banking accounts Specific duties of the President 1. Maintain close contact with the executive committee, board of directors, committee chairs to ensure their responsibilities are adhered to within the agreed upon deadlines and the bounds of the bylaws 2. As a chapter officer, act as a signatory on the chapter banking accounts 3. Ensure that all chapter officers are signatories on the chapter bank accounts 4. Maintain Robert’s Rules of Order at all board meetings 5. Model qualities of leadership by permitting full discussion on all debatable motions 6. Appoint and approve board members and composition of ad hoc advisory committees as needed 7. Serve as an ex-officio member of all committees 8. In conjunction with the secretary, prepare an agenda prior to all board meetings, and oversee that the minutes of the meeting be disseminated in a timely manner 9. Ensure that appropriate reports and minutes prepared by committees be voted on by the board as necessary 10. Write a president’s message to be published in each quarterly newsletter
11. Educate the newly-elected president as to the role of the position and transfer all material pertaining to the office |
PRESIDENT ELECT
The president-elect succeeds to the presidency and works with the president to ensure a smooth transition upon the transfer of power. In the absence of the president or if the president is unable to serve, the president-elect performs president duties. Oversees and administers the nomination and election of the new board of directors.Duties as an Officer
1. Contribute creative and innovative solutions to improve the chapter and its financial standing
2. Attend all board meetings prepared to debate and discuss issues at hand
3. Attend the annual membership celebration
4. Regularly handle board business, including debate, through various communication platforms
5. Actively support the decisions of the board of directors
6. Ensure adherence to the mission, goals, and deadlines of the chapter
7. As a chapter officer, act as a signatory on the chapter banking accounts
Specific duties of the President-Elect
1. Shadow the president in their duties to be prepared for presidency
2. Create and oversee the nominating committee in odd-numbered election years for the upcoming term
3. Assume the office of presidency if the president steps down before end of term
4. Educate the newly-elected president elect as to the role of the position and transfer all material pertaining to the office
topPAST PRESIDENTThe past president remains on the board for one year as a chapter officer after ending the term of presidency. Be the main contact for the chapter coordinator. |
SECRETARYThe secretary is responsible for keeping minutes of board and other association meetings and reminding the board of directors of bylaw issues as they arise. The secretary should be well versed in the chapter bylaws. |
TREASURERThe treasurer is responsible for all fiscal needs of the chapter. As such, the treasurer is responsible for the timely monitoring and management of the accounts, expenses, and disbursements of the chapter. The treasurer chairs the budget committee and assists in preparing an annual budget for approval by the board and the finance committee. |
DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP/OUTREACH
The director of membership/outreach oversees, enhances, expands chapter membership, chairs the DEI and outreach committees, and coordinates the annual membership meeting.
Duties as a Director
1. Contribute creative and innovative solutions to improve the chapter and its membership
2. Attend all board meetings prepared to debate and discuss issues at hand
3. Attend the annual membership meeting
4. Regularly handle board business, including debate, through various communication platforms
5. Actively support the decisions of the board of directors
6. Ensure adherence to the mission, goals, and deadlines of the chapter
Specific duties of the Director of Membership/Outreach
1. Recruit new chapter members, alone and in conjunction with other board members
2. Recruit and support members for the DEI and outreach committees and/or other committees under their jurisdiction
3. Plan and implement the annual membership meeting
4. Facilitate events/programs aimed at obtaining new members
5. Oversee one membership drive in two years of service
6. Conduct chapter membership surveys when needed
7. Review membership numbers and trends to help strategize recruitment and retention
8. Review the membership application process and make recommendations for updates as needed
9. Assess membership prices and make recommendations to the board
10. Reach out to members who may need support
11. Educate the newly-elected membership director as to the role of the position, and transfers all material pertaining to the office.
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DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMSThe director of programs ensures that the chapter provides a regular number of activities relevant to the membership. As such, the director of programs oversees the special events, luncheon, and workshop committees. |
DIRECTOR OF SUPPORT GROUPSThe director of support groups oversees and supports leaders of chapter support groups for pre-licensed and newly-licensed therapists and other groups facilitated by the chapter. |
DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATIONSThe director of technology and communications oversees the technology and the communication of the chapter mission and activities to the membership. In coordination with the chapter coordinator, oversee chapter marketing and branding throughout the chapter, on the website, in announcements, and on the Facebook page in order to present cohesive, pertinent, and consistent messaging. |
DIRECTOR AT LARGE
The director at large oversees the editorial committee and assumes responsibility for special projects as requested by the president or the board.
Duties as a Director
1. Contribute creative and innovative solutions to improve the chapter and its membership
2. Attend all board meetings prepared to debate and discuss issues at hand
3. Attend the annual membership meeting
4. Regularly handle board business, including debate, through various communication platforms
5. Actively support the decisions of the board of directors
6. Ensure adherence to the mission, goals, and deadlines of the chapter
Specific duties of the Director at Large
1. Oversee the editorial committee and the production and distribution of the quarterly membership newsletter
2. Consult with the director of technology and communications to determine newsletter content
3. Inform the editorial committee of any board requirements or suggestions
4. Educate the newly-elected director at large as to the role of the position and transfer all material pertaining to the officetop
DIRECTOR OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI)
The director of diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that the chapter provides an environment where diversity is a part of the chapters fiber in which members are educated about other cultures, religions, socio-economic, and traditions; as well as feel included and understood as equal members of the chapter.
Duties as a Director
1. Contribute creative and innovative solutions to improve the chapter and its membership
2. Attend all board meetings prepared to debate and discuss issues at hand
3. Attend the annual membership meeting
4. Regularly handle board business, including debate, through various communication platforms
5. Actively support the decisions of the board of directors
6. Ensure adherence to the mission, goals, and deadlines of the chapter
Specific duties of the Director of Programs
1. Establish an environment where members are able to explore and integrate cultural humility.
2. Provide training for members to deepen their understanding of social, familial, and systemic dynamics, injustices and stressors; as well as the resiliency and strength of the immigrant community that makes our membership diverse and dynamic.
3. Collaborate with director of programs and director at large to include training and articles for the membership; including coordinating speakers for programs.
4. Assess, set up, and monitor a program that membership’s need for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
5. Model qualities of equity and inclusion by permitting full discussion about diversity.
6. Maintain close contact with committee chairs
7. Educate the newly-elected director of diversity, equity, and inclusion as to the role of the position, and transfer all material pertaining to the office.