Director, Support House Board of Directors
(Support House)
Opportunity Details: Director, Support House Board of Directors
Contact | Swaraj Mann, Vice Chair and Governance and Nominations Committee Chair, Board of Directors, Support House; Phone: +1 833-845-9355; Email: swarajm@supporthouse.ca |
Duties | The Support House Board of Directors is composed of volunteers who work and/or live in Halton The time commitment required for a director of the Board is approximately 60–70 hours per year. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with any of the following:
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More Info Link | supporthouse.ca |
Benefits | About Us: Support House is a not-for-profit agency that takes a values-driven approach to provide our community with the following: • Person-directed supports that put people first. • Connection and engagement through conversation so we can be reflexive and responsive. • A culture that inspires health and wellness. Support Coordination: We provide a menu of supports that responds to the needs of youth aged 16-24 and adults who experience mental and/or substance use issues in Halton. We offer support coordination, housing, peer support, harm reduction, trauma informed care, navigation, and distress/crisis support. Housing: We offer a full range of supportive housing options for those with mental health and/or substance use issues – from highly-intensive, staff-supported residences to community supports through rent subsidies with private landlords. The staff team supports multiple needs and works to strengthen essential life skills. Staff also assist in connecting with additional supports in the community such as interdisciplinary health teams. We support individuals to transition to more independent housing. Peer Support: The Centre for Innovation in Peer Support provides community and system capacity through offering accessible peer services and enhancing peer service capacity through training and mentorship for peers. We facilitate, coordinate and meet multiple needs with agency and system partners. |
Clients | Individuals who experience mental and/or substance use issues in Halton. |
Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) |
Areas of Interest | Board of Directors ; Committees ; Fundraising / Canvassing ; Health Care ; Mental Health / Addictions |
Skills/Experience | Accounting & Finance - Optional ; Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Leadership ; Legal Skills - Optional ; Marketing & PR - Optional |
Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Board terms are 3 years |
Interaction Level | Small Group |
Minimum Hours | 5 / Month |
Seasons | Year Round ; The board meets monthly, in the evening, the last Monday of each month. Committees meet monthly and/or as needed. |
Accessibility | Designated parking at entrance ; Easy access to elevator |
Location | Head Office 201-165 Cross Ave, Oakville |
Number of Positions | Acton ; Burlington ; Georgetown ; Milton ; Oakville 3 individual(s) needed in total. The Support House Board of Directors is composed of volunteers who work and/or live in Halton and surrounding communities. |
Training | Orientation |
Transportation | Near public transit |
Application Deadline | 19 Mar 2023 |
Police Check | Not Required |
Additional Requirements | Not currently required. |
Start Date | On or after 01 Apr 2023 |
Agency Details: Support House
Office Phone | Toll free 1-833-845-9355 (1-833-845-WELL) |
Fax | 905-844-4961 |
info@supporthouse.ca | |
Website | supporthouse.ca |
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