Alateen Member Coordinator

The elected Officers and appointed Coordinators (3-year term) are the Board members of Southern California World Service of AFG, Inc., a California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation and a charitable 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entity per the Internal Revenue Service. SCWS Officers must live within the California South Area during their entire term. The officers act in accordance with the spiritual principles of Al-Anon Family Groups while conducting the prudent management of the Area. The Officers accept additional demands on their time and possess some special skills relevant to their position. Members of Al-Anon in SCWS who also are members of A.A. are ineligible to hold Al-Anon service positions that vote in matters affecting another group or Al-Anon or A.A. as a whole.

Eligibility and Qualifications

Must be a current Al-Anon Member involved in Alateen Service (AMIAS) in CA (S). Past or current registered Group Representative experience preferred but not necessary. Should have a thorough understanding of the 12 Steps, Traditions, and Concepts, current Al-Anon/Alateen Service Manual, Knowledge-Based Decision-Making (KBDM), Area and World Service structure and SCWS Bylaws. Should have extensive knowledge of the SCWS Area Alateen Safety & Behavioral Requirements (ASBR) and must be willing to abide by them. Must maintain confidentiality of non-public information.

Official Duties and Responsibilities

  • Attend Area Meetings
  • Available to Area Alateen members for discussions regarding concerns about meetings, Area policies, etc. Bring concerns to Officers and/or other Alateen Coordinators, as appropriate.
  • Arrange and coordinate Alateen members’ needed for panels and outreach upon request.
  • Attends the following meetings as a representative of SCWS:
  • SCAC Task Force Committee meetings, which occur on an “as needed” basis, 4 – 6 times each year;
  • monthly Alateen Resolution Committee web conferences;
  • bimonthly SCAC Board of Directors web conferences.
  • Attends 8 SCWS meetings per year with a prepared report: Feb. & Aug. Committee (3rd Sat) and May & Nov. Assembly (3rd Sat) and Jan., April, July, Oct. Board (Sun). (See Area Meeting Attendance table below.)
  • Prepare and present written report for each quarterly SCWS meeting and email to Secretary and Bulletin Coordinator.
  • Checks email frequently (at least every other day) and responds to email from other Coordinators and Area members within 24-48 hours of receipt.
  • Submit transportation reimbursement requests to SCWS Treasurer monthly (and for other expenses that may be incurred.
  • Receives personal copy of Alateen Talk Newsletter.

Basic Skills, Personal Qualities, and Experience Needed

  • Must be able to communicate effectively with other Area Alateen Coordinators.
  • Has a sense of responsibility (i.e., shows up on time for meetings or contacts Area Chairperson if unable to attend).
  • Is able to write and deliver a report on Alateen events (not SCAC, which is done by SCAC Chair).
  • Is accessible, available, responsive, and flexible.
  • Is able to communicate effectively, prepare written reports and meet deadlines.

Additional Skills Needed

Driver’s license not required but strongly recommended (or be able to communicate transportation needs, in advance, as per Area requirements). Has a strong sense of responsibility, able to prioritize and work independently or as a team member.

Equipment and Technology Needed

Access to computer, printer, Internet connection. Participates in conference calls and online meetings.

 

Realistic Time Commitment of this Position

Every month to be free at least one to two weekdays out of the month. Attend the Annual SOS and support events of other Coordinators. Attend Area Alateen meetings, as appropriate and needed.

Preparation

Become familiar with:

  • the SCWS Area Alateen Safety & Behavioral Requirements (ASBR),
  • Alateen Guidelines (G-34, G-16, G-24),
  • Alateen Policy in current Al-Anon/Alateen Service Manual, and
  • Alateen e-manual (available on the WSO website: http://al-anon.org/members/alateen/alateen-service-e-manual).
  • Find out from Area Treasurer which expenses are to be reimbursed.
  • Meet with outgoing Alateen Member Coordinator for orientation and training, as needed.

Travel

Transportation to and from Area meetings (currently Glendale) 8 times a year and SCAC Task Force meetings (currently Cypress).

Meetings Months Days Time
Officers January, February, April, May, July, August, October and/or as needed Saturdays or Sundays, as agreed 3 to 6 hours, as needed
SCWS Board January, May, July, October 3rd Saturday or to be determined 9:00am to 3:00pm
Area World Service Committee (AWSC) + new DR Orientation February, August 3rd Saturday and 1st Saturday (New DR Orientation) 9:00am to 4:00pm 10:00am to 12:00pm (New DR Orientation)
Area Assemblies + new GR Orientation May, November 3rd Saturday 1st Saturday (New GR Orientation) 9:00am to 4:00pm 10:00am to 12:00pm (New GR Orientation)
Sharing of Service (SOS) January 3rd Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm
Longtimer's Event Last year of 3-year panel 3rd Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm

Revised: 10/2020

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