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UXBRIDGE -- Durham's Children's Aid Society (CAS) is putting a call out to the north for individuals to join its board of directors.
Currently, according to Jim Dubray, the organization's executive director, there are 16 elected and one appointed member on the board. But none are from Uxbridge, Scugog or Brock, he noted. "Part of our problem is to have the board represent the (entire) community," explained Mr. Dubray. "It's always an issue of balance."
The CAS provides child protection, foster care and adoption services within the region. "There's a growing need for services in the region," he said.
He said there is ongoing pressure to serve bigger communities such as Oshawa or Whitby, but "the needs aren't any less in the north."
The board elects four new members each year who serve four-year terms, he explained. The volunteer positions require setting the general direction of Durham CAS, and monitoring how the organization is doing. He noted board members will not encounter direct contact with clientele.
He added the members also make presentations to local groups such as Rotary clubs spread the message of the CAS, and the inclusion of north members would cover more ground.
Qualifications for the position include having previous experience on a board of directors and having an interest in advocating for services for children and families. Men and women who either live or work in Durham are welcome to apply. Those throwing their names into the hat must attend an orientation session, said Mr. Dubray. Once candidates are chosen, a decision is made during the CAS annual general meeting on Sept. 13, and then another more in-depth information session is held.
"It can be a bit overwhelming at first," he said of the position.
The elected members are expected to attend at least two meetings a month at Durham CAS headquarters in Oshawa, he said.
Board members have included a variety of people including professors, police officers and stay-at-home mothers, according to the organization.
Candidates can send a letter of interest outlining related experience to John Hewett, secretary and chairman of the CAS nominating committee, at 555 Rossland Rd. W., Oshawa, L1J 3H3. Applications should be submitted by April 4. For more information on Durham CAS visit www.durhamcas.ca.
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