Traumatic Brain Injury Council

Serves in an advisory capacity to the Governor, the Legislature, and the Secretary of the Department of Social and Health Services by bringing together expertise from the public and private sector to help address the diverse needs of individuals with traumatic brain injuries. The Council is composed of 25 members from the public and private sector and includes individuals with TBI, medical professionals serving individuals living with TBI, human service providers, family members of individuals with TBI, caregivers serving individuals with TBI and state agency representative.
Board Websitehttps://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/traumatic-brain-injury/tbi-washington-state-advisory-council
Policy AreaHealth
Governor Appointments13
Total Board Positions25
Statutory AuthorityRCW 74.31.020
Public Disclosure Required?No
Senate Confirmation Required?No
CompensationReimbursement and per diem
Term Length (years)3
Statutory Term Limits
Member Requirements: The following members shall be appointed by the governor: (I) A representative from a Native American tribe located in Washington state (ii) Two representatives from a nonprofit organization serving individuals with traumatic brain injury; (iii) An individual with expertise in working with children with traumatic brain injuries; (iv) A physician who has experience working with individuals with traumatic brain injuries; (v) A neuropsychologist who has experience working with persons with traumatic brain injuries; (vi) A social worker or clinical psychologist who has experience in working with persons who have sustained traumatic brain injuries; (vii) A rehabilitation specialist, such as a speech pathologist, vocational rehabilitation counselor, occupational therapist, or physical therapist who has experience working with persons with traumatic brain injuries; (viii) Two persons who are individuals with a traumatic brain injury; (ix) Two persons who are family members of individuals with traumatic brain injuries; and (x) Two members of the public who have experience with issues related to the causes of traumatic brain injuries