Volunteer Board Member

Cfswestern; Brandon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established agency dedicated to child and family welfare is seeking passionate individuals to join their Board. This role offers the chance to influence the direction of community services and ensure children are nurtured in loving families. As a Board member, you will help set priorities, establish objectives, and participate in workshops, contributing to the wellbeing of families in southwestern Manitoba. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community while collaborating with diverse individuals who share a commitment to child safety and family support.

Responsibilities

• Steering the Agency's vision and direction.
• Establishing goals and objectives for community impact.
• Participating in Board sub-committees and workshops.

Job description

About Child and Family Services of Western Manitoba

Established in 1899, Child and Family Services of Western Manitoba provides programs and services to support families as well as protect children who reside in Westman communities. Child and Family Services of Western Manitoba seeks to provide best practice through a collaborative, family-centered, culturally safe, and strengths-based approach to serving families. Practice innovations guide the Agency’s work to improving outcomes of safety, permanence, and wellbeing for children and families.

Volunteer Board Members:

The CFS Western Board is made up of up to 14 members plus the past president, all from diverse backgrounds and geographical areas to represent our catchment areas that we serve. You need to be a member to apply. Our members are community-minded individuals who all want to make a difference in the wellbeing of a child or family and live in southwestern Manitoba. To become a member, refer to our membership page. Low annual fees of $10 for one year or $25 for three years.

Board Responsibilities:

• Helping to steer the Agency into the future by adding to the vision focus and direction
• Establishing goals and objectives
• Determining the impact of the Agency in the community
• Setting priorities for program development that best meet client needs
• Participating on Board sub-committees as necessary
• Attending occasional special board workshops as planned
• Board meetings are held monthly from September through June

You’ll be asked to complete an application form, a Criminal Record check, Child Abuse Registry check, and Prior Contact check.

Mission

Child and Family Services of Western Manitoba exists so that children are safe and nurtured in strong loving families within a community of caring people.

Community Programs and Services

Protection Services; Family Engagement Services; Designated Intake Services (D.I.A.); Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre; Preschool Enrichment Program; Victoria Day Care Centre; Youth Care Resources; Adoption and Placement Services; Support after age of majority.

Innovative Practices and Models

Safe and Together Domestic Violence Model; Intensive Permanency Services; Safety Organized Practice Model; 3-5-7 Model; Trauma Informed Care; Community Engagement.