SaySo Regional Assistant
SaySo Regional Assistant (SRA)
SaySo can hire up to six SaySo Regional Assistants (SRA), one per region. If every region does not have a SRA, SaySo may hire an At-Large SRA from another region already represented to assist the organization. At no time will more than six SRA's be employed. SRA's are paid alumni, who reside in their home town and assist the SaySo Administrative Staff as needed to promote local chapters, assist at events and trainings, and expand SaySo membership in their community. SRA's are paid at either an hourly or daily rate to participate in meetings, speak to group, or be the voice of youth at a planning meeting. SRA's are paid monthly for task completion only.
Rodney Alston (Region 4)
"I have been involved with Sayso for 10 years now but for what seems like forever. Initially, Sayso was a great initiative for me to be a part of, but it turned into much more. I transitioned from member, to local chapter President, and moved-on from a youth advisor position to SaySo Regional Assistant. In conclusion, what started out as a positive initiative, has managed to turn itself into much more...an ever-growing network for the success of myself and others. And I look forward to being apart of that for some time."
Nicole Lyght (At-Large SRA)
"As a SaySo alumnus, I have taken on responsibilities that allow me to demonstrate my passion for youth advocacy. Being a SRA allows me to utilize resources that not only can help me, but others as well. I get to enjoy traveling with the board members and, on occasions, I travel to speaking engagements and important meetings that will further the purpose of SaySo. Not to mention, I get PAID to do what I feel so strong about, advocating for those who may not be able to advocate for themselves. I would encourage those with passion, a sense of responsibility, and a strong voice, to become a SaySo Regional Assistant. I LOVE IT!!!!!!!"
WANT TO BE A SRA?
Job Description
SRA will provide regional support for SaySo to promote and enhance a variety of SaySo activities:
1. Local chapter development,
2. Speaking engagements (if representing SaySo) for adult/youth trainings & other LINKS events (must receive prior approval from SaySo),
3. Staff SaySo exhibits at conferences,
4. Increase overall SaySo membership in assigned region.
5. Participate in activities outside of region by SaySo permission or invitation.
Compensation and Evaluation
• SRA will be compensated for completed tasks (provided at a daily or hourly rate).
• SRA will create objectives for each event with feedback provided by event contacts.
• Mileage and expense forms submitted monthly. Forms will be in Excel and training will be provided by SaySo
• SRA is a one year opportunity. Reapplication is encouraged however that application will be evaluated in comparison to current applications, not on seniority.
• If a SRA is hired for a subsequent year, they may be eligible to receive a raise.
• SRA’s will be evaluated annually unless otherwise stated in a probationary contract.
Position Requirements
1. Reliable transportation (own vehicle preferred).
2. Age: 18 - 26 years.
3. High school diploma or GED (if involved in additional educational training). Some college training is preferred.
4. Must be familiar with the SaySo organization, mission, and programming.
5. Must have email and cell phone.
6. Must respond within 24 hours to messages/emails.
7. Access to computer utilizing MS Word and Excel.
8. Competence in Word and Excel (can provide simple training if necessary)
9. Currently is, or was in foster care as a teenager.
10. Agrees to background check and has no criminal record that would preclude working with foster youths or Division of Social Services
11. Must attend a two-day job training facilitated by Independent Living Resources, Inc. and SaySo, Inc.
12. Attend quarterly one-day meetings at SaySo/ILR office facilitated by SaySo Staff (4 days per year)
13. Attend SaySo Saturday, Regional LINK-UP (1), and SaySo Orientation. (5 days per year)
14. Provide all required reports to SaySo monthly (12 hours per year/1 hour per month reporting time)
15. Participate actively and constructively in all work activities such as publish something on the website at least quarterly.
Application Process:
1. Applicant documentation will be reviewed.
2. Applicants will be interviewed by SaySo Staff and ILR staff is needed.
3. If approved for the position, a criminal background check will be conducted prior to applicant being offered the position.
4. Assuming the criminal background check is satisfactory, position will be offered.
If interested, send the following documents to:
SaySo, Inc., 411 Andrews Road, Suite 140, Durham, NC 27705
1. Completed application (see below)
2. Current resume
3. Letter of intent
4. Written reference by someone who supervised you personally and/or professionally.
Questions?? Email SaySo sayso@ilrinc.com or call 800-820-0001.