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The Arc of Lane County: Center Base

The Arc of Lane County: Center Base

Mission and Vision:

The Arc advocates to enhance the dignity, expand the opportunities, and protect the rights of persons with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities and their families. The Arc envisions a world in which all persons have the support and opportunities they need for personal development, independence, and interdependence with family and friends, and inclusion in the community.

Position description:

Working with participants with developmental disabilities, working with staff to implement activities, attending staff meetings and training (depending on time commitment), and assisting in the office with administrative work.

Specific skills or experiences needed:

Positive, upbeat attitude

Open to learning

Good communication skills

Interested in people with developmental disabilities

Time requirements:

To be determined; minimum is 30 hours per quarter.

Internships are offered fall, winter, spring, and summer terms.

Contact the organization as soon as possible before the time you wish to intern there.

Contact information:

Janet Rapoport, Program Manager

541-343-5256

janet.rapoport@arclane.org

The best way to contact is by phone mornings; please leave a message.

45 W. Broadway, Suite 205

Eugene, OR 97401-3002

Webpage: www.arclane.org

11/2003