This is your opportunity to make a difference in your profession. Your local AMTA-CT Chapter has local programs and provides state specific information for CT massage therapists. We provide state based education (in-person and online), networking and other in-person programs, as well as a working relationship with the Department of Health and the State Legislature through our lobbyist to protect our profession. In-person programming provides an opportunity to learn new skills, discuss issues, make connections, and grow professionally and personally. Time commitments vary, even the smallest commitment is important to your massage therapy practice and the profession. Most board and committee meetings are virtual, so your location within CT is not a barrier.
Volunteer Benefits
- Networking with your peers
- Providing your ideas and support for local state events
- Personal growth as a leader, mentor, and planner
- Connection to national office (training, programs and national issues)
- Friendships and FUN
- Be the first to know what is happening in the field and the chapter
Board Member Positions
We are continually looking for the next board member in the 5 positions available. This allows for interested members to shadow board members to prepare them for the position they are interested in. Positions open in the next year are listed below. Board Members are elected by membership for 2-year terms. For any interest in board positions, please contact PresidentAMTACT@gmail.com
Financial Administrator
Volunteer commitment of 2-6 hours per month
- Supported by National office accounting department
- Voting member of the board
- Approve and review chapter spending reports for accuracy
- Create budget for fiscal year with national office and chapter board
- Training and support
- Provide reports to the board in Jan, Mar, May, Jun, Sep and Nov.
- Required to attend all chapter board meetings: 2 in-person
Skills required:
- Computer skills – excel a plus
- Budgeting and bookkeeping
- Organized and detail oriented
Committees and Chair Positions
Your committees are managed by board appointed chairpersons. These appointments are for one-year terms. Time commitments vary and some may only involve time 2-3 months during the year. Committees are vital to providing in-person programming and legislative/DPH profession of your profession. Chairpersons are in need of committee support at various times during the year. Please view the various committees and reach out to the chair if you have any interest in supporting those positions.
Social Media Communication Team
3 Volunteers commitment of 30 minutes – 2 hours per month
- Creating post content for Facebook/Instagram
- Reviewing/Writing Copy for Weekly membership emails
- Reviewing/Updating Website photos and copy
Membership Chair
Volunteer commitment throughout the year of approximately 2 – 5 hours per month
- Emailing new members a personalized welcome letter
- Tracking membership numbers monthly
- Tracking attendance at Membership Meetings and various events
- Reports volunteers for meeting setup/cleanup to the Secretary
- Identify, cultivate, and recruit future Chapter leaders
Government Relations Chair
The volunteer commitment is annual, though not consistent on a regular basis. The time required for legislative matters varies, ranging from 2 to 10 hours, depending on whether the issue pertains to state or municipal level legislation.
- Liaison between Lobbyist and Chapter
- Attends or delegates meetings at the state capitol, LOB (Legislative Office Building), or AG’s (Attorney General) office when required
- Maintains a positive relationship with the DPH (Department of Public Health)
- Work with the Lobbyist to coordinate MTAD (Massage Therapy Awareness Day at the Capitol).
- Is available to members if they have local ordinances that need reviewing.
Skills Required
- Proficient in clear, consistent, and professional written and verbal communication.
- Maintains a professional appearance at all events.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail.