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| About the Position | |
| Restoration and Empowerment for Social Transition Centres Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon | |
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● Participate actively in Board meetings and committee work (regular attendance) ● Preparation for, and proactive response/contribution to, all meeting agendas ● Ongoing understanding, commitment to, and application of R.E.S.T.'s principles, mission, and programs ● Apply personal talent/experience/specialized skill set(s) to Board mandates, business, and activities ● Involvement in, and stewardship of, R.E.S.T's not-for-profit financial affairs, governance, and reporting obligations ● Monitoring and adherence to all legal/regulatory requirements ● Engagement in strategic planning (short and long term objectives, ways and means to realize these) ● Ambassadorship in Peel region communities as a leader of R.E.S.T. PLEASE APPLY by no later than April 30, 2019. See 'Position Qualifications', below, for details. |
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> Assume a key role in a community service organization that assists vulnerable local youth in extremely important ways > Excellent opportunity to use/enhance leadership skills/experience (add to your resume) > Gain experience/expertise in board governance > Increase your presence in the Peel region volunteering sector > Expand your personal and professional 'network' > Learn about, and proactively address, critical youth issues (eg. homelessness, poverty, discrimination) > Commit your creative energy towards solving challenges that directly affect youth in your community > Personal satisfaction (and recognition by peers) that you will have made a significant difference as the result of taking on this leadership role |
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● Understanding of, and commitment to, the role/mission of R.E.S.T. in Peel region ● Understanding and appreciation that R.E.S.T. is a Christian faith-based organization ● Awareness of the youth issues that R.E.S.T. addresses (homelessness, poverty, discrimination, education, health and wellness, community support, etc.) ● Excellent oral/written communication and organizational skills (adhere to meeting/assignments, their dates/deadlines) ● Commitment to a MINIMUM term on the Board of 12 MONTHS (further commitment encouraged) ● Committed and empathetic towards inclusiveness and diversity ● Friendly and engaging, particularly with youth (solid listening/conversational skills a definite asset) ● Solid knowledge of the communities that R.E.S.T. serves, notably resources for youth (professional 'network' and other connections welcome) ● Ability to participate/collaborate in a team setting, plus work independently ● Specialized professional training/expertise (legal, financial, human resources, youth counselling, etc.) is a welcome asset ● Creativity (ability to 'think outside the box') ● Attendance at orientation/training/ongoing board development sessions are mandatory PLEASE NOTE: Because the role entails constant interaction with youth (minors), a satisfactory 'Police Vulnerable Sector Check' is a prerequisite for this 'position' (will be discussed at an early stage of the applicant screening process) ALSO: When you apply for this opportunity, 'attaching' a resume to your Volunteer MBC volunteer 'profile' is required. You can send your resume and contact information by 'clicking' on the 'Apply NOW!' yellow box that is visible on this page. |
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Orientation for the role will be conducted by Members of the Board. Training, as necessary, will be available to successful applicants, based upon their skills and experience. |
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| Education & Learning, Fundraising, Boards & Committees, Counselling & Mental Health, Event Planning, Finance, Marketing/Promotion, Program Coordination, Youth Mentorship | |
| How to Contact | |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Social Media | |
| http://www.restcentres.org | |
| https://www.facebook.com/restcentre | |
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