Member of the Board of Directors

Alternatives for Youth; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused non-profit organization in Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a Treasurer for its Board of Directors. The role involves financial oversight, budgeting, and strategic guidance to support the agency's mission in the community. Candidates should have a strong passion for community engagement and relevant financial expertise, with a commitment to a three-year term. Meetings are hybrid, and applications can be submitted via letter of interest and resume.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and passion for contributing to the Hamilton community.
• Forward thinking with the ability to work well within a team environment.
• Willingness to be a spokesperson and advocate.

Responsibilities

• Ensure financial statements are accurate and compliant.
• Assist in budget development and monitor its implementation.
• Coordinate annual audits and report results to the board.
• Provide financial advice to guide board decisions.

Skills

Finance / Accounting

Human Resources

Risk Management

Fundraising / Donor Development

Marketing / Community Development / Public Relations

Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Technology and cyber security

Job description

Overview

Alternatives for Youth (AY) is a non-profit agency that provides substance use and concurrent mental health treatment to children, youth and young adults who are experiencing difficulties related to the use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. We also provide support to parents / caregivers / families through our Parent Education, Support and Skills Development program. In addition to our central downtown location at 460 Main Street East, AY currently provides services in numerous secondary schools, youth serving agencies, and post-secondary institutions in the Hamilton community.

AY\'s mission is to provide community-based substance use and addiction treatment services that engage and mobilize youth and their families. Our Vision is to inspire hope and resilience in youth. AY currently receives funding from the Ministry of Health (MoH), the City of Hamilton, and the United Way of Halton & Hamilton.

Role

The role of our volunteer Board of Directors is to provide responsible leadership and guidance to the agency\'s overall direction. We are currently recruiting for a Board Member to hold the role of Treasurer.

Responsibilities

• Financial Oversight: Ensuring financial statements are accurate, up-to-date, and in compliance with regulations.
• Budgeting: Assisting in the development of the organization\'s budget and monitoring its implementation.
• Audit and Financial Reporting: Coordinating annual audits with agency staff and reporting financial results to the board.
• Strategic Guidance: Providing financial advice and insights to guide the board\'s decision-making.

Board Functions and Responsibilities

The AY Board functions through a governance model and as such, is tasked with the following responsibilities :

• Prepare for and attend monthly Board meetings; committee meetings as needed, and the Annual General Meeting.
• Strategic Plan development.
• Approve budgets and monitor financial performance.
• Review organizational by-laws and Board policies.
• Establish criteria and monitor Executive Director performance.
• Participate in Board recruitment process.
• Keep informed about community issues relevant to the mission and objectives of AY.
• Participate in sub-committee work to govern the organization.

The Board welcomes applications from any individual who feels that they are ready and able to commit for a three-year term to support the agency\'s mission and vision. The Board meets virtually monthly on the fourth Monday of each month at 6:00 PM.

Enthusiasm and passion for contributing to the Hamilton community and an understanding of the issues affecting the agency and the community

Forward thinking with the ability to work well within a team environment

Willingness to be a spokesperson and advocate

Desire to contribute skills and expertise in at least one of the following areas;

• Finance / Accounting
• Human Resources
• Risk Management
• Fundraising / Donor Development
• Marketing / Community Development / Public Relations
• Diversity Equity and Inclusion
• Technology and cyber security

Volunteer board experience is an asset but not a requirement

Along with consideration of the following :

• Affiliation or familiarity with Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC) communities and issues
• Affiliation or familiarity with Two-Spirit, non-binary, trans, lesbian gay, bisexual and queer people (2SLGBTQ+)
• Differently-abled persons
• Persons with an affiliation or familiarity with substance use or addictions issues

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applicants are invited to provide a letter of interest and resume / profile to Kelsey Bartlett at

Job Type : Fixed term contract

Contract length : 36 months

Application question(s) :

• Are you able to commit to a three year term of serving as a Board Member on a governance Board of Directors (approximately 2 hours per month)?

Work Location : Hybrid remote in Hamilton, ON L8N 1K4