Volunteering and Employment Opportunities
Connecticut Mission of Mercy holds mini events and one large event throughout the year, through which free dental care is provided to the underserved and uninsured in Connecticut. Since the first event in 2008, thousands of people have been provided with the necessary dental and dental hygiene care that have contributed to the betterment of their oral and overall health.
If you are interested in volunteering, please click here for more information:
Seeking members to volunteer for committee roles with CDHA
Audit / Financial planning committee: Each year, new ideas, problems and opportunities come to light for improving the fiscal integrity of CDHA. This committee meets annually after the fiscal year (Dec1-Nov30) end to assist in making recommendations for improvements of internal controls for cash receipt and disbursement processes, accurate reporting and record keeping, and general financial management. They perform quarterly spot tests of financial controls and report concerns to the BOT. They also must become familiar with the activities of our CDHA Treasurer and participate in planning for the Budget committee.
Budget Committee: Assists in preparing a proposed budget for the coming fiscal year based on budget requests from officers and committees and the current financial status of CDHA
Website management /Communications Committee: Updates and maintains information on the website (created via Wix). Organizes information and resources on the website in an easy to access manner. Candidates for this committee must have attention to detail, computer/tech savvy, and have an eye for graphics/design.
Social media management / under Communications committee: Updates, maintains, and creates content for social media pages – Facebook, Instragram, Twitter, Linkdin, Pintrest. Monitor other related social media sites for comments and opportunities for promoting CDHA interests.
Liasson to ADHA IOH: Promotes ADHA’s Institute for Oral Health fundraising efforts. Communications information from ADHA regarding IOH activities to CDHA/members. Candidates should have some computer/tech savvy skills.
Legislative Committee: Supports efforts to remove access of care barriers, ensures RDH representation in government activities, promotes advancement and protection of the profession via communication and activity with contracted/paid Lobbyists. Creates and promotes correspondence and testimony for legislators. Participates in Lobby Day activities at the Capitol. Candidates for this committee should have good written communication skills and an understanding of the legislative process.
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