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Board Member
Volunteer Types: Board Leadership, Governance (Boards, Committees), Health Care
Organization types: Community and Social Services, Disabilities, Senior Citizens
Long term (6 months to a year)
Application Deadline: September 5, 2023
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Description

VHA is seeking interested people to join the Board of Directors of this not-for profit organization.
The Board plays a crucial role in leading, shaping and positioning VHA within the provincial health landscape. VHA adheres to a policy governance Board model, which entrusts Board members with establishing the overarching policies of the organization.

We are currently seeking individuals to help guide our efforts in the following areas:
• Risk Management and quality
• Government Relations
• Property Management / Housing, and
issues affecting the health system and the people served by VHA.

Our Board is made up of volunteers. VHA seeks a Board that informs dialogue and supports strong decision-making, reflects the community it serves, and has the ability to identify and question biases.

Meetings are held in person, every 6-8 weeks, on Mondays from 4 pm – 6:30 pm.

Interested persons should submit their resumé or bio and a short cover letter outlining the following:
• Why would you like to serve on the VHA Board?
• What special skills, resources or perspectives can you bring to the VHA Board?
• VHA has a policy of mandatory COVID-19 vaccination (2 shots + 1 booster). Are you vaccinated?
* What do you hope to accomplish as a VHA Board member?

How will this opportunity benefit the volunteer?
This is an opportunity to contribute to your community and to help shape the future of community-based health services in our region.
How will the organization benefit?
The Board of Directors provides stewardship to the organization, sets the strategic direction and monitors organizational risk.
Volunteer location:
250 City Centre Avenue suite 700

Contact

Valerie Bishop de Young
@
613-238-8420
[email protected]
Time it will take to contact applicants:
​1-6-days

Details

This position would be great for: Adults, Seniors (65+)
Number of Positions Available: 3
Good for people interested in: Board Leadership, Governance (Boards, Committees), Health Care
You will be helping with: Disadvantaged, First Nations, Métis, Inuit, Indigenous persons, Persons new to Canada, Persons with disabilities or medical conditions, Seniors, Visible minorities or racialized persons

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