Board Member
Caution for Kids

Po Box 671, Batavia, OH 45103
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Board Member

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Our boardDo you have a passion for working with children? Are you looking to make a difference in your community?  Our mission is simple: To give families throughout Clermont County safety resources through outreach, trainings, and events. One of the major projects that the organization will be undertaking will be creating a free standing, child-sized, interactive Safety Village for all children, families, and community members who reside in Clermont County. Please visit our website at www.cautionforkids.org for more information about our vision! Safety is Essential!
PositionThe Member at Large duties/responsibilities are as following:
  • Assure the finances of the corporation are handled prudently and legally; approve and monitor the annual operating budget; approve allocations and grants; ensure compliance with tax and corporate law; establish and monitor financial policies and practices.
  • Develop programs consistent with the mission and evaluate their effectiveness in meeting stated goals.
  • Select, support, and review the performance of the Executive Director.
  • Set the future vision of the organization, based on the mission and values established, and develop the work plan and measurements to assure the vision is met.
  • Enhance the organization’s image by understanding the mission, vision, values, and goals and communicate them to the community.
Desired skills
*required		 Board, Diversity/Inclusion, Event Management, Graphic Design, Legal, Project Management, Research
WhenTBD; Founding Board is in the process of forming.
WhereTBD; during COVID pandemic we will meet over Zoom.
Commitment3 to 5 hours/month
DonationWe strive for 100% board giving, but have no strict guidelines around financial contributions.
RequirementsDuties of all Caution for Kids of Clermont County Board Members:Board members are expected to be fully informed on organizational matters, to contribute to debate on issues and to contribute to the Board’s policy deliberations. They are expected to understand and support Caution for Kids of Clermont County’s mission statement and strategic plan.Board member duties include the following:
  • Attend meetings and show commitment to Board activities.
  • Be well informed on issues and agenda items in advance to meetings.
  • Participate on one or more committees or in an ad hoc manner as requested by the Board President or Vice President.
  • Monitor public response to the work and policies of the Organization.
  • Participate in Board orientation meetings to ensure organizational and fund development knowledge and to participate in volunteer and donor recognition events.
  • Provide candid, open, and honest feedback and evaluation when appropriate.
  • Take initiative in informing the organization about opportunities for funding or program development.
  • Identify individuals in the community for volunteer participation or funding support.
  • Provide leadership within the Board and in the community on behalf of the organization and its programs.
  • Caution for Kids strives for 100% Board giving. Each Board Member is asked to make a financial contribution to Caution for Kids each year in an amount that is meaningful to them, whether that involves joining our monthly giving program, or donating at a time throughout the year convenient to you.
On-boardingOnce applicant has been approved to serve on the Caution for Kids Board of Directors, board members will complete a formal board orientation and will be placed with a veteran board mentor.
Additional InfoThe Member at Large role represents the community served. Collectively, they are legally responsible for the corporation, including financial and program accountability. They define and implement the mission, vision, and values of Caution for Kids based on their understanding of the assets, needs, and goals of all Clermont County area families and its residents. Board members work both individually and collectively in governing Caution for Kids of Clermont County affairs through the development, approval, and evaluation of policy and budget. As a committee member, the board member provides planning and implementation services to the Board. The board member acts on the board’s behalf in accordance only with board motions and policy guidelines and only as requested and in accordance with Board resolutions with respect to representation of the organization. This position serves a staggered term of two years; re-eligible for one additional term. Termination may occur at the end of the elected term, by resignation or pursuant to the Caution for Kids of Clermont County by-laws.
Our missionOur mission is to provide health and safety support and resources to families of young children, ages birth to Kindergarten of Clermont County through outreach, training, and events.
Causes
Children, Education