Board Information and How to Apply for Candidacy
Mission
Our mission is to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to participate fully in the community.
Values
Quality, Dignity and Choice
Vision Statement
- DDRC provides easy access to person-centered, quality services and supports.
- DDRC is a leader in providing a quality work environment.
- DDRC partners with our community to increase participation and expand opportunities for people with disabilities.
- DDRC inspires the citizens of Colorado to welcome people with disabilities in all areas of life.
Services
DDRC provides resources to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families for their entire life span in Jefferson, Clear Creek, Gilpin and Summit Counties. Services and resources are designed to provide positive choices, individualized to enhance quality of life and help people help themselves.
DDRC offers a comprehensive variety of services, including:
- Early Intervention
- Support Services
- Day Programs
- Employment Services
- Residential
- Behavioral Health Team
- Therapeutic Recreation Connections
- Community Funding Programs
DDRC Board Responsibilities
- DDRC’s mission and purpose
- Select the Executive Director
- Provide ongoing support and guidance for the Executive Director; review his/her performance
- Ensure effective organizational planning
- Ensure adequate resources
- Protect assets and provide proper financial oversight
- Ensure legal and ethical integrity
- Monitor and strengthen programs and services
- Enhance the organization’s public image
Board Composition
The Board consists of no fewer than 5 and no more than 17 that can include family memebers, guardians, individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability and community representatives. Board members are limited to 3 3-year terms.
To see the specific composition as outlined in the bylaws, review the DDRC bylaws.
Time Commitment
The Board meets 10 times a year typically on the 4th Wednesday evening of the month (excluding July and November). The date for the December meeting is determined at the September meeting. The meetings usually run from 5:30 p.m.to 7:30 p.m. with an opportunity for a light dinner and networking between 5:00 to 5:30. Board members are also assigned roles on committees, which meet monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly depending on the committee. Board members are also asked to make a financial contribution to DDRC in any amount.
The Selection Process
Applicants will be notified of receipt of application. DDRC's Board Governance
Committee will review and consider each application received. Applicants must meet the criteria established in
the bylaws to be considered for Board positions. The Governance Committee may request
further information or conduct interviews to discuss interest, skill sets, time commitment
and responsibilities.
View DDRC bylaws
To Submit an Application
If interested in being considered as a candidate for the DDRC Board you must attend a Board meeting as a visitor to see how the Board operates. If you are still interested, click here to fill out the online application. Hard copies of the application are available on request. Contact Annette Rogers, Executive Assistant, at annette.rogers@ddrcco.com. You can also call Annette at 303-462-6508 with questions or for further information.
Staff Members of DDRC and employees and Board members of service agencies may not serve on the DDRC Board of Directors.