No voting here please. Just read and review. I apologize for sending it via email first and not posting it on the blog sooner. But thank you for your patience. Sarah F., do you know Kathy?  Barb, when you get back in town, and life slows a tad, call me regarding this applicant and a reference check.

Fairbanks Youth Advocates Board Member Application

In our interest to grow and expand services to the at-risk youth population in the Fairbanks and the greater Interior Alaska Community, Fairbanks Youth Advocates seeks board members with a heartfelt passion for this cause in conjunction with personal qualities of integrity and credibility. Savvy diplomatic skills and a natural affinity for both cultivating relationships, and building consensus among diverse individuals and community organizations is critical to our ongoing growth and success.

It is imperative that FYA board members have a proficiency in the use of the Internet and e-mail in order to efficiently contribute, communicate and make decisions in a timely manner. Board meetings are monthly; days and times fluctuate depending on consensus, and some flexibility is essential.

Name: Kathryn L. Birch________________

Mailing Address: P.O. Box Fairbanks, AK 99711____

Email Address: northernmostsam@gmail.com_________

Smartphone: (home/cell) 907-488-0513 :

Please answer all questions and email to info@fairbanksyouthadvocates.org

1. We use email or our board website for most of our business. Will accessibility or
technological ability be a problem for you?
Yes, however I do not own a smartphone, scanner or fax machine.

2. Have you read and can you agree with the Bylaws as written? as well as our Board
Member Responsibilities, Code of Ethics, and Job Descriptions?
Yes.

3. Why are you interested in serving on the board of Fairbanks Youth Advocates?
I believe I have a calling to help our youth be healthy, safe, and hopeful.

4. What is your professional experience with leadership and/or your accomplishments in
business, government, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector:
I am a registered nurse in the state of Alaska. I have worked in hospitals
and clinics (both private and public sector) and I recently retired as a school
nurse from the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District. I still work
occasionally for Child Find, helping to identify developmentally delayed
children to help them find programs to aid them in their transition into the
school system. I have taught health and safety classes for staff and students.
In the past I have been a relief supervisor and charge nurse.

5. Briefly outline your volunteer service for other organizations:
Through my church I have helped youth volunteer at the Salvation Army
Rescue Mission, KJNP, Women in Crisis and Prison Ministries. I’ve led first
aid classes for Daisy Girl Scouts. I also volunteer at the Fairbanks health
fairs.

6. What are some specific skills and strengths that you can bring to the Board?
I am a team player with an extremely positive attitude and a love of children. I
have experience helping at-risk individuals (with or without special challenges)
and a unique perspective on the public school systems and the struggles
youth face when coping with family issues, transience, and emotional and
physical abuse. I’ve been a liaison between families and children with the
appropriate agencies to help the find them proper social services that can
assist them in their times of crisis.

7. Please submit the names of 2 references that we may contact:

Name: Charlie Steiner, MD_ Phone: 459-3501 (TVC Family Practice)

Name: Maureen Kauleinamoku (Nurse Coordinator) Phone: 452-2000 ext. 253

Although I understand that this is an application for a board position, I would still be
happy to serve the organization as a volunteer registered nurse or as otherwise needed.

Sincerely,

Kathryn L. Birch, RN