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| Position # | 4351 |
| Organization | Homewood Health Centre |
| Position | Member-At-Large Board Position - Homewood Volunteer Association |
| Location | Homewood Health Centre, 150 Delhi Street, Guelph |
| Impact Statement |
The Homewood Volunteer Association (HVA) is a registered charitable organization with a mission to support the quality of life of mental health and addiction patients at Homewood Health Centre. The Member-at-Large assists with the management of Association affairs and its governance and strategic direction. The Homewood Volunteer Association also operates the café and gift shop within the Homewood to serve patients and visitors. We are committed to ensuring our Board reflects the diversity of our community and welcome resumes from all qualified individuals. |
| Description | Member-at-Large attends monthly Board meetings as well as the annual general meeting; Commits to learn the Association and its functions and responsibilities within the health centre; Directs organizational operations, including policy development; Assists with management of projects undertaken by the Association; Assists with fund raising projects as needed; Commits to moving up into a suitable Board position as vacancies occur; Performs other Board tasks, as required. |
| Required Information | References Required |
| Training Details | Orientation |
| Minimum Duration | More than 1 year |
| Timing | Weekday - Evening |
| Time Detail |
Wednesday: Afternoon 4:30 - 6:30 pm (once per month) Board meetings take place on Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. once a month and there could be time required between meetings. Schedule flexibility is required. The Board doesn't usually meet during the months of July and August unless a special meeting is necessary. The term for a Board member is 2 years. Board members are elected each year at the Annual General Meeting held in September, or appointed by the Board of Directors to fill any vacancies in the interim. The Board currently meets virtually each month, however they may move to in-person meetings in the future. Interested applicants are invited to send a cover letter and resume to volunteer@homewoodhealth.com by February 28, 2023. |
| Age | 25+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Accessibility | Accessible work space |
| Area(s) of Interest | Boards/Committees, Communication/Public Relations, Healthcare , Leadership/Management, Mental Health |
| Skill(s) | Customer Service, Interpersonal Communication, Communicate in Plain Language, Computer Skills |
| How to Apply | |
| Website | http://homewoodhealth.com/health-centre |
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| Contact | Martha Schuett |
| Phone | 519-824-1010 Ext. 32262 |
| Address | 150 Delhi Street Guelph, N1E 6K9 |