Commitment: ~2–4 hrs/quarter + prep (read materials, reply to emails)
Mission-aligned: belief in inclusion, disability rights, dignity, and safety
Location: San Diego County or able to join virtually
Tech-ready: email + basic docs/Zoom
Compliance & documentation
Sign Conflict of Interest and Confidentiality policies
Complete a brief Board Orientation (governance 101, policies, risk)
Background check (Live Scan) if you’ll access sensitive info/finances or interact with participants
Follow bylaws; disclose any relationships/paid roles (avoid “interested person” conflicts)
Preferred qualifications (any of these help)
Finance/Accounting, Legal/Compliance, HR, Healthcare, Education, Program evaluation, Risk/Insurance, Community partnerships
Lived experience as a self-advocate or family caregiver
Local networks (libraries, parks/rec, faith groups, employers)
Values & soft skills
Compassionate, dependable, ethical
Curious, asks good questions, data-informed
Respectful boundaries (governance—not daily ops); teamwork and cultural humility
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