YWCA Board Member
Volunteer | 2-Year Term | Unpaid Volunteer
The YWCA of Contra Costa/Sacramento is actively seeking (3) dedicated individuals to join our team as volunteer board members, contributing to the enrichment of Contra Costa and Sacramento counties. Our programs encompass state-funded childcare and preschool initiatives, mental health services for children with behavioral challenges, and individual and family therapy in Contra Costa County. Additionally, in Sacramento County, we manage up to 35 low-income residential housing units tailored for single women.
The YWCA is seeking an Associate and Licensed MFT to work with children and their families, and a few adults. Bilingual a plus (Spanish speaking) but not required.
Our Mission:
"The YWCA of Contra Costa/Sacramento is dedicated to empowering women and families from diverse backgrounds, our services will build self-worth, and social and emotional health on a foundation of tolerance and social equity!"
As influential leaders guiding the YWCA, board members are entrusted with the following responsibilities in alignment with our constitution and by-laws:
- Embracing the YWCA Mission by championing hallmark programs and advocating for our cause
- Ensuring that organizational policies and practices consistently reflect the highest ethical standards, promoting racial, ethnic, cultural, and age diversity
- Exercising oversight over operating funds and capital assets, exclusively for the benefit of the YWCA
- Upholding accounting standards following generally accepted principles, consistently applied
- Safeguarding the financial stability and solvency of the organization
Requirements:
- Residency or work within the County of Contra Costa or Sacramento County.
- Passion for the YWCA mission and commitment to empowering women and families.
- Availability for (4) board meetings a year; meetings are currently remote but may transition to in-person in the future.
- While experience in management, accounting, or education is beneficial, it is not a mandatory requirement.
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the advancement of our mission, we invite you to submit your cover letter and resume to info@ywcaccc.org to be considered for a rewarding role as a YWCA Board Member.
Join the Team
YWCA Volunteer Application
Fill out the following application to volunteer with YWCA Contra Costa / Sacramento
About us
Our commitment is to uplift and support women and families of all walks of life, promoting diversity and inclusion in everything we do.
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