Volunteer Board Director

Pacific Centre Family Services Association; Colwood; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Centre Family Services Association is seeking dedicated individuals for multiple Board Director positions. Ideal candidates will have expertise in finance, HR, law, or social services. Board members will guide organizational strategy and ensure financial sustainability while volunteering approximately 3 to 5 hours per month.

Qualifications

• Commitment to upholding PCFSA's values and mission.
• Knowledge of or experience with board governance is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversee PCFSA’s mission.
• Attend regular board meetings and engage in discussions.
• Review and approve the annual budget and strategic plans.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Financial Oversight

Job description

Pacific Centre Family Services Association (PCFSA)

Board Director

(multiple positions available)

About PCFSA

Pacific Centre Family Services Association (PCFSA) has been delivering high quality child, youth, adult, and family-based services since 1968. From our current community-based locations in Colwood, Langford, and Sooke on South Vancouver Island, we provide a range of services across the Capital Regional District. These include work with individuals addressing family violence, youth and family counselling, parent-teen mediation, outreach and email counselling, youth gang and sexual exploitation prevention and intervention, family and couples counselling, supportive counselling to address substance use issues, trauma counselling, and primary health care for individuals facing barriers to accessing medical care.

Our Mission: PCFSA provides equitable access to team-based, trauma-informed, culturally safe, and holistic care for individuals and families within the diverse communities we serve.

Our Vision: PCFSA is the community leader in providing services that facilitate equitable access to physical, emotional, and culturally appropriate care.

·Collaboration

·Innovation

·Compassion

·Equity

·Respect

·Anti-Racism

·Inclusion

·Decolonization

Our Values:

An overview of all the services offered can be found on our website Pacific Centre Family Services Association

Position Overview

We are seeking dedicated, strategic-minded individuals to join our board of directors. The ideal candidates will bring expertise in one or more of these areas: finance, human resources, law, risk management, research and program evaluation and/or social services/healthcare. The ideal candidates will share our commitment to advancing PCFSA’s mission.

As a board director, you will be a key part of our governance structure, offering guidance and oversight, helping shape organizational strategy, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and participate in setting goals and overseeing PCFSA’s mission and performance.
• Attend regular board meetings, actively engage in discussions, and contribute to committee work as needed.
• Review, advise, and approve the annual budget, audit reports, and strategic plans.
• Monitor organizational compliance with legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
• Support and evaluate the Executive Director, including participating in the performance review process.
• Serve as a public ambassador and advocate for PCFSA, fostering relationships with external partners and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Commitment to upholding the values and mission of PCFSA.
• Interest in financial oversight, fundraising, governance, or strategic planning.
• Knowledge of or experience with board governance is an asset.
• Leadership experience in corporate, non-profit, or government is an asset.

Desired Qualities

• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance big-picture thinking with attention to detail.
• Collaborative and constructive approach to board and committee work.
• Passion for providing equitable access to trauma informed physical, emotional and culturally appropriate care for our community.
• Lived experience with mental health and/or substance use challenges is seen as an asset.

Time Commitment:

Board members volunteer approximately 3 to 5 hours per month, which includes attending 10 regular board meetings each year (in person/remote) and additional committee meetings. Most meetings are virtual and held end of day on business days, with one annual weekend day for a board retreat.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit the following:

1. Resume or LinkedIn profile detailing relevant experience.
2. Statement of Interest describing why you want to serve on the board of Pacific Centre Family Services Association and what specific skills or experiences you would bring to our board.

Deadline: Open until filled.

Contact:

For questions or to submit your application, please contact Liz Nelson, Executive Director, [e-mail]