Opportunities From: Montgomery County Volunteer Center

Location: Compass Inc. Main Office 12400 Kiln Court Beltsville, MD Suite A 

Compass, Inc. is a non-profit human services provider supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.   We operate 33 group homes in Maryland with most houses located in Montgomery County.  We also provide employment and meaningful day services.

Establishment of a Human Rights Standing Committee is required by regulation – COMAR 10.22.02.14

Key Responsibilities and Attributes:

Take an unbiased look at agency practices Help develop creative solutions to problems Bring fresh ideas into agencies Passion for helping others to live fulfilling lives Energy and enthusiasm Effective problem-solving skills

 

Human Rights Standing Committee Meeting Purpose and Objectives:

 

Review Compass’ protocol for identifying, reporting, documenting, investigating and reviewing incidents to ensure compliance with Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) procedures Monitor whether Compass’ protocol regarding incident management is being properly implemented by reviewing all incidents in an effort to identify deficient practices and recommend necessary corrective action Approve all behavior plans which use restrictive techniques to ensure that the behavior plan complies with the requirements of COMAR 10:22.04.03A and 10:22.10 Review, approve and establish the time frame for the restriction of a right if it is not related to a challenging behavior, in accordance with COMAR 10:22.04.03A Review the licensee’s policies and procedures, and their implementation, to ensure that they adequately protect the legal and human rights of each individual served by Compass

The Length of Appointment: Standing committee volunteer members may be provided the opportunity to Chair or Co-chair the committee after 6 months as members. We ask that all committee volunteers commit to one year of service.

Time Commitment: Standing Committee meets monthly. Meetings are typically held in the evening on the 3rd or 4th Tuesday of every month for 2 to 3 hours.

Qualifications: Basic knowledge of computer and data entry. Pleasant manner, patience, problem-solving ability, dependability.

Support: Training for this position will be provided. Also, the Director will be available for questions and assistance.

Dress Code: Business Casual

Compensation: There is no compensation for this position as it is prohibited to pay human right standing committee members. However, a meal and light refreshments are provided during meetings.

Qualifications: Minimum of high school diploma but candidates must meet the educational requirements expected for their profession. Prior experience preferred but not necessary. The following areas of profession are preferred but not required:

Psychologist Psychology Professors Psychology Students Physicians Nurses Pastor/ Clergy Community Service Managers Resource Coordinators Mental Health Coordinator Social Workers Counselors Police officers Teachers Lawyers Graduate Students Mental Health Coordinator ID/ DD advocates