Human Rights Committee Volunteers Needed

January 13, 2011

Arc and Matson Community Services are looking for three new members to join their Human Rights Committee.  This is a regulated committee by the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) that ensures that the rights of the people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are being met by our organization.

The meetings are typically held 4-5 times a year, subject to quorums, on the 1^st or 2^nd Monday of the odd numbered months.  The meeting takes place at our Cascade Street office in Fitchburg.  The meeting includes discussion and review of current medications, behavior plans, supportive and protective devices that need due process.

The volunteers needed are:

1)  one family member

and the others two by definition from the DDS regulations must meet the following:

2)  A psychologist or masters level practitioner with expertise in developmental disabilities, mental illness, or applied behavioral analysis.

 To inquire or for more information, please contact:

Susan McClurken at 978-345-6301 or email s.mcclurken@arc-matson.org

Or

Cheryl Robillard 978-343-6662 or email to c.robillard@arc-matson.org