Volunteer Board of Directors Member, Family Member or Social Services Recipient

VOLUNTEER BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEMBER

POSITION:                 Board of Directors, Family Member or Social Services Recipient

LOCATION:                Barrie

Catulpa Community Support Services is currently seeking passionate individuals residing in the County of Simcoe or York Region with a strong interest in services and programs for those with special or unique needs, to oversee the organization’s governance and future policy within a Volunteer Board of Director role in Barrie, Ontario. Individuals with disabilities and those from diverse backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.

Currently, Catulpa Community Support Services invites volunteer applicants in the role of:

Board of Directors, Family Member or Social Services Recipient

Position Overview: Candidates must have a family member or loved one who has been supported by the Social Services Sector or be individuals receiving social services supports themselves. Candidates should be able to share personal insights to enhance the agency's responsiveness to the diverse needs of those it serves. This is a volunteer role.

Role & Time Commitment

The Catulpa Community Support Services’ Board is responsible for effective governance of the agency through oversight of strategic planning, fiscal review and determination of mission-related policy.

It is not responsible for fundraising, personnel, programs, services, curricula or budgets. Volunteer Directors provide special skills and knowledge, (finance, law, social services, healthcare, etc.) within the Board setting.

Meetings take place in Barrie, Ontario six times annually for approximately three hours per meeting. Successful Board of Director applicants are appointed for a term of three years and provided a mentor.

To apply, visit www.catulpa.on.ca/careers/. Please attach a copy of the Board of Directors Application, along with your cover letter and resume explaining your interest in serving on the Catulpa Community Support Services Board of Directors. Individuals with disabilities and those from diverse backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.

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ABOUT CATULPA COMMUNIT SUPPORT SERVICES

Catulpa Community Support Services is a FOCUS-accredited registered non-profit agency that has been serving children, youth, adults and families with special or unique needs since 1973. Currently extending support and services in The County of Simcoe, York Region, Durham Region and the Four Counties, Catulpa is comprised of a team of approximately 100 staff that work in collaboration with government agencies and community partners in an effort to achieve the best outcomes for all those it serves. Catulpa Community Support Services is funded by The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, The Public Health Agency of Canada and The County of Simcoe. Further information about the agency can be found at www.catulpa.on.ca.