Director, Support House Board of Directors

(Support House)

EXPIRED
Position ID: V-HVC0397
Last Full Update: 23 Feb 2023

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 
and surrounding communities. The Board is responsible for effective governance and leadership 
for the organization.

The time commitment required for a director of the Board is approximately 60–70 hours per year. 
Meetings are held monthly on the last Monday of a month, in the evening, at the Oakville office or 
virtually.

Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with any of the following: 

  • Fundraising and capital campaigns
  • Lived experience/caregiver of those with mental health and/or addiction
  • Affordable housing
  • Legal services
  • Healthcare (clinical and/or administrative)
  • Community affiliation/access
  • Policy Development
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Grant Writing
  • Performance measurement
  • Government Relations
  • Risk management
  • Marketing/PR/Communications
  • Strategic planning
  • Human resources 
  • Voluntary management 
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
E-Mail info@supporthouse.ca
Website supporthouse.ca
Address & Map
165 Cross Ave, Suite 201
Oakville, ON L6J 0A9
 
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