Volunteer Opportunity Community Advisory Board At Large
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Job Location:
Port Orchard, WA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
OVERVIEW
Community Advisory Committee Member - (At-Large Volunteer)
Kitsap County Mental Health Chemical Dependency & Therapeutic Courts Program
Are you passionate about strengthening mental health substance use and justice-related services in your community
Kitsap County is looking for an At-Large representative to join our Community Advisory Committee a group of dedicated community members helping guide how local funding supports critical behavioral health services.
This is your chance to bring your voice perspective and lived or professional experience to decisions that directly impact our community.
About the Committee
The Mental Health Chemical Dependency and Therapeutic Court Community Advisory Committee is an 11-member group that advises the Kitsap County Board of Commissioners on behavioral health needs and funding priorities.
The Committee plays a vital role in:
- Reviewing funding proposals
- Recommending how Treatment Sales Tax funds are allocated
- Evaluating program outcomes and community impact
- Ensuring transparency and accountability in public investments
As a Committee member you will:
- Review and score funding applications for local programs
- Help recommend funding decisions to the Board of Commissioners
- Assess whether funded programs are meeting community needs
- Contribute to strategic planning and system improvement efforts
- Collaborate with fellow members to ensure fair thoughtful decision-making
Who Can Apply We are seeking individuals who:
- Reside in one of the Kitsap County Commissioner Districts
- Bring lived experience professional background or strong community interest in:
- Mental health
- Substance use services
- Therapeutic courts or justice systems
- Represent the diverse voices and experiences of the community
- Are committed to ethical decision-making and collaboration
No prior board experience is required just a willingness to engage learn and contribute.
Time Commitment - This is a volunteer role with a meaningful but manageable time commitment:
- Monthly Meetings (Required): 1 meeting per month (2 hours) typically held the third Thursday from 5:007:00 PM (virtual or hybrid)
- Annual Funding Review Process (Required July & August): 710 hours per week during this period. Review and score approximately 3040 proposals (completed independently). Participate in two in-person evening Executive Sessions (4 hours each) to finalize funding recommendations
- Optional Subcommittees: Up to 1012 additional hours per year.
- Estimated Total Commitment: 6065 hours annually. (Most of the workload is concentrated in July and August.)
Why Join
- Help decide how funding supports vital services in your community
- Influence system-level change in behavioral health and justice services
- Bring forward the voice of your district and community
- Work alongside a thoughtful engaged group of community members
Additional Information
- Members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners
- Serve three-year terms (with potential for reappointment)
- Must be able to participate in meetings and complete independent review work
- Applicants must have access to internet/technology for virtual participation
- Conflict of interest guidelines apply during funding decisions
Selected applicants will:
- Attend a Committee meeting
- Meet with staff to review expectations
- Participate in an interview process
- Be considered for appointment by the Board of County Commissioners
For more information or to apply please contact:
Hannah Shockley Kitsap County Department of Human Services
Kitsap County Commissioner District Map:
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
