Self-Determination Local Advisory Committees (SDLACs) were established by law to provide oversight of the Self-Determination Program (SDP) and make recommendations for improvement to each local regional center and the Department of Developmental Services.

Periodically, funds are granted by the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to the SDLACs and Regional Centers to support the implementation of the SDP.

The SDLAC for Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB) has prioritized the needs in the local area for the use of funds and is seeking proposals from interested parties to carry out one or more of the projects which the committee wishes to fund.


Job Opportunities – Self Determination Local Advisory Committee

Part-Time Projects Administrator

Position: Projects Administrator (Part-Time) for the SDLAC. This is an independent contractor position. (Note- this is *not* a position with either RCEB or SCDD).

Location: Primarily remote, with virtual meetings

Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience and credentials. Estimated monthly hours: 40-80

Job Description


Current Request For Proposals

From Self-Determination Local Advisory Committee for RCEB
Issued September, 2024

Deadline for submission:  October 25, 2024

Project:  SDP Outreach and Educational Fair Targeted to African-American/Black Community

Background:

Self-Determination Local Advisory Committees (SDLAC’s) were established by law to provide oversight of the Self-Determination Program (SDP) and make recommendations for improvement to each local Regional Center and the Department of Developmental Services.  Periodically, funds are granted by the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to the SDLAC’s and Regional Centers to support the implementation of the SDP.  The SDLAC for Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB) has prioritized the needs in the local area for the use of the second provision of funds, and is seeking proposals from interested parties to carry out one or more of the projects which the committee wishes to fund.

Timeline for Short-Term Coaching Project:

  • Applications must be submitted by: October 25, 2024
  • Applications will be reviewed in early November
  • Notification will be in late November/early December
  • Projects will begin immediately, and must be completed by March 18, 2025               .

Applicants with disabilities and/or diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Applicants outside of the Bay Area are also encouraged to apply.

Project:  SDP Outreach and Educational Fair Targeted to African-American/Black Community

Total Budget Available:  $30,000

General Description:

The Self-Determination Local Advisory Committee of RCEB is seeking applications from community organizations and professionals working in or familiar with the African-American/Black developmental disabilities community in the East Bay to do the following:

  • Plan, promote and carry out an in-person education fair regarding the self-determination program in the East Bay Black developmental disabilities community in March 2025
  • work with trusted community resources in the East Bay Black developmental disabilities communities for co-sponsorship, organizing, and outreach
  • fair to include workshops, panels and participation by RCEB, self-determination independent facilitators, self-determination program financial management service agencies (FMS) and other knowledgeable resource providers
  • funding includes all associated costs, including all costs related to space rental

Application Instructions:

Submit responses to the following questions and requested documents in one email message to: selfdetermination@rceb.org with the subject line “Application for Targeted African-American/Black SDP Outreach Fair” by October 25, 2024.

Allowable formats are PDF, Word and Excel.  Please do not include photos or graphics in your documents except for your letterhead.

APPLICATION