Board Member Opportunities

Board Member Opportunities

The Resource Centre for Suicide Prevention is led by a volunteer Board of Directors. Our directors come from various professions and backgrounds to bring a wealth of experience, knowledge and skills. These directors dedicate their time and their expertise to carry forward the work of the organization.

Are you passionate about your community? Are you interested in mental health and suicide prevention? The Resource Centre for Suicide Prevention Board is seeking self-motivated individuals that live in the city or county of Grande Prairie to join our Volunteer Board of Directors.

The Organization:
The Centre is a registered charitable organization that provides services and programming, public education, training and post-suicide services.

This is an opportunity to advocate for mental wellness and to make a difference in our community. This role includes:

• A commitment to a 2-year term
• 9-10 board meetings per year plus 1 planning meeting and annual general meeting (generally no meetings in July or August)
• Board meetings at 5.30 p.m. on the 4th Wednesday of the month
• Providing input, advice and guidance to the direction of SPRC
• Participating fully in decision making activities
• Raising the awareness of SPRC in the community
• Building relationships with possible donors or community members

Qualifications:

• An understanding of our community and a passion for our cause.
• Suicide awareness and knowledge.
• Financial and/or business experience an asset
• Previous Governance experience an asset

How to Apply:
Thank you for your interest in our board, our next annual general meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 22, 2022 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm at our office. If you are interested in becoming a board member or require further information, please email board@sp-rc.ca.

If you believe you would be a good fit for this role please send the following:

• Your reasons for applying
• A resume including what skills you feel you bring to the table
• A short description/bio of yourself that we can include during the voting portion of the AGM