Introduction to ACA Leadership Shana Schnaue Member, Leadership Task Force Holly Clubb Director, Leadership Services

ACA: The Big Picture for Leaders MISSION To enhance the quality of life in society by promoting the development of professional counselors, advancing the counseling profession, and using the profession and practice of counseling to promote respect for human dignity and diversity. VISION The American Counseling Association is the publicly recognized organization to which all professional counselors belong.

BYLAWS AND GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE ACA Membership 53,300+ ACA Membership 53,300+ Branches (56) Branches (56) Divisions (20) Divisions (20) Regions (4) Regions (4) Standing Committees & Task Forces Governing Council Special Interest Networks Executive Committee & President Executive Director Headquarters Staff Corporate Partners ACA Foundation Council for the Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs Corporate Partners ACA Foundation Council for the Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs

REGIONS AND BRANCHES ACA has 56 branches, including each state, plus the District of Columbia, Europe, Latin America, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands and the Philippines. The branches are organized into four regions: ACA Midwest Region, ACA North Atlantic Region, ACA Southern Region, and ACA Western Region. MIDWEST REGION IllinoisMinnesota (inactive)Ohio IndianaMissouriOklahoma Iowa NebraskaSouth Dakota KansasNorth DakotaWisconsin Michigan NORTH ATLANTIC REGION ConnecticutMassachusettsPuerto Rico Delaware (inactive)New Hampshire (inactive)Rhode Island (inactive) District of ColumbiaNew JerseyVermont (inactive) EuropeNew YorkVirgin Islands MainePennsylvania

REGIONS AND BRANCHES SOUTHERN REGION AlabamaLatin America (inactive)South Carolina ArkansasLouisianaTennessee FloridaMarylandTexas Georgia (inactive)MississippiVirginia KentuckyNorth CarolinaWest Virginia WESTERN REGION AlaskaIdahoPhilippines ArizonaMontana Utah (reforming) CaliforniaNevada (inactive)Washington ColoradoNew MexicoWyoming HawaiiOregon

American Counseling Association Divisions Name of DivisionDate Chartered AADAAssociation for Adult Development and Aging1986 AARCAssociation for Assessment and Research in Counseling 1965 ACAC Association for Children & Adolescent Counseling2010 ACCAssociation for Creativity in Counseling 2004 ACCAAmerican College Counseling Association1991 ACEGAssociation for Counselors and Educators in Government1984 ACESAssociation for Counselor Education and Supervision1952 ALGBTICAssociation for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Issues in Counseling1996 AMCD Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development1972

American Counseling Association Divisions Continued Name of DivisionDate Chartered AHCAssociation for Humanist Counseling1952 AMHCAAmerican Mental Health Counselors1978 ARCAAmerican Rehabilitation Counseling Association1958 ASCAAmerican School Counselor Association1953 ASERVICAssociation for Spiritual, Ethical and Religious Values in Counseling1974 ASGW Association for Specialists in Group Work1973 CSJ Counselors for Social Justice1999 IAAOC Intl Association of Addictions and Offender Counselors1974 IAMFC Intl Association of Marriage and Family Counselors 1989 NCDA National Career Development Association1952 NECA National Employment Counseling Association1966

ACA STANDING COMMITTEES Audit Committee Awards Committee Branch Development Committee Bylaws and Policies Committee Compensation Committee Ethics Committee Financial Affairs Committee Graduate Student Committee Human Rights Committee International Committee Nominations and Election Committee Professional Standards Committee Public Policy and Legislation Committee Publications Committee Research and Knowledge Committee

TASK FORCES Ethics Revision Task Force Leadership Development Task Force Leadership Recruitment Task Force Member Benefits Task Force National Institute for Counseling Research (NICR) Task Force School Counseling Task Force

SPECIAL INTEREST NETWORKS ACA Ethics Interest Network ACA Interest Network for Integrated Care ACA Interest Network for Professional Counselors in Schools Animal Assisted Therapy in Mental Health Interest Network Children’s Counseling Interest Network Forensic Counseling Interest Network Grief and Bereavement Interest Network Historical Issues in Counseling Network Interest Network for Advances in Therapeutic Humor International Counseling Interest Network Multiracial/Multiethnic Counseling Concerns Interest Network Network for Jewish Interests Sexual Wellness in Counseling Sports Counseling Interest Network Traumatology Interest Network Veterans Counselors Interest Network Wellness Interest Network Women’s Interest Network

CORPORATE PARTNERS American Counseling Association Foundation Created by ACA in 1979, the American Counseling Association Foundation’s (ACAF) purpose is to enhance excellence in human development through strengthening the counseling profession, developing human and material resources, supporting innovative research and services, and fostering collaborative efforts in response to societal needs. ACAF is supported by gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations as well as ACA divisions and branches. As a 501(C)(3) corporation, donations to ACAF are tax deductible. Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) is an independent council, created by ACA in 1981, to accredit the counseling profession’s graduate- level preparation programs. As a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), CACREP promotes the development and implementation of preparation standards; provides for rigorous and objective program review; and works with other credentialing organizations to ensure quality training in the counseling profession.

Importance of Leadership Organizations receive their strength and dedication from their leaders.

Importance of Leadership The impact of leadership is significant both positively and negatively. Great leadership drive high performance and productivity. Poor leadership can cause low morale, increase absenteeism and poor performance.

Attributes of Great Leaders 1.Treats others with respect 2.Leads by example 3.Keeps the negative out 4.Is easy to access 5.Makes decisions

Effective Leadership Skills A Leader is the organization’s biggest fan. A leader should feel strongly and model the mission and purpose of the organization. Provide consistent strategic guidance. Possess strong decision making skills. Strong relationship management skills

Effective Leadership Skills A good leader is able to keep a finger on the pulse of the membership – doesn’t get out of touch or too far out in front. Understands the roles and responsibilities of officers and volunteers. Builds future leadership.

Effective Leadership Skills Listens well – possess a willingness to listen to input with an open mind. Communicates effectively with officers, boards, members, and national organization. Conflict resolutions – ability to transform problems into creative opportunities.

How do you recruit new volunteers/leaders?

Why Do People Volunteer? Give back / make a difference Try new things Connect with others Personal growth

Why Do People Volunteer? Self-serving Build up their resume Relational Be an advocate

Three Categories of Volunteers 1.Those who are always ready to volunteer. 2.Those who are busy but will do specific tasks. 3.Those who would like to volunteer but don’t know how to begin.

Three Approaches to Recruiting 1.Warm Body Recruitment 2.Targeted Recruitment 3.Concentric Circles Recruitment

Recruitment Tips What’s in a name? Tell me more But why? Sorry, I’m busy

Recruitment Tips Alternative opportunities Be professional Other options

How can you get what you need from your new volunteers/leaders?

Building Your Team Each member has something to offer (talent or skill in a given area, experience, connections) Many members are not aware they have something to offer or are not confident in their ability to contribute.

Building Your Team Members want to help the organization, and they want to make sure that their experience is gratifying. Members want to be successful in their efforts on behalf of the association.

Building Your Team Level of member involvement will vary depending on each member’s experiences, obligations, desires, and objectives. Members need direction and resources to achieve the association’s goals and to feel good about their contributions.

Building Your Team Some members may seek a position that doesn’t suit their talents. They may not have the skills to accomplish the task or the time to devote to it. Leaders should broaden their ideas on what types of contributions are valuable.

Building Your Team Leaders should strive to build a team that includes all types of members. Recognition of team members is essential. Member contributions should never be recognized as favors to leadership.

What do volunteers/leaders need from you?

Volunteers Needs They want you to prepare them. They want to feel welcome. They want good training. They want to do interesting work.

Volunteers Needs They want to know up front how much time the job will take. They want to be appreciated. They want you to communicate with them well and often. They want to know that they are making a difference.

What are the different roles volunteers can play in your association?

How do you mentor new members/leaders?

Questions?

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