Board of Directors

Job Description

Title: Member, Board of Directors

Organization: Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC (Crisis

Centre of BC)

Term: 2 year renewable term (4 consecutive terms maximum), elected at the

Annual General Meeting

Start Date: September 10, 2025

Role Overview

As a member of the Board of Directors, you will provide strategic oversight,

fiduciary accountability, and mission-based ambassadorial leadership to the

Crisis Centre of BC. You will work collaboratively with other Board members,

the Executive Director, and senior leadership to guide the organization in

advancing its vision & mission:

Vision

A world where the human experience of suicide and crisis is met with

compassion, respect, and understanding.

Mission

The Crisis Centre of BC provides opportunities for connection where

people are valued and supported to address crisis and suicide.

Some of the Crisis Centre’s immediate priorities include:

● Real estate strategy for the Centre’s owned property.

● Motivating a full and effective crisis care continuum across BC.

● Increasing philanthropic initiatives at all levels of the Centre.

Core Responsibilities

● Attend onboarding orientation day on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at

the Crisis Centre of BC.

● Attend and participate in bi-monthly Board meetings, including the

Annual General Meeting (every September).

● Serve on at least one committee (Committees TBD).

● Provide strategic input on organizational planning, programs, and

policy.

● Uphold the organization’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and

accessibility.

● Actively participate in Board discussions and decision-making.

● Ensure financial accountability through budget review and audit

processes.

● Contribute to the recruitment and onboarding of new Board members.

Ambassadorship & Support

● Serve as a positive ambassador for the Centre in your networks and

community.

● Make an annual or monthly donation within your means.

● Be open to engaging in donor outreach or event support in

collaboration with staff.

Desired Experience

● Board or governance experience in the nonprofit, health, government,

or social sectors.

● Knowledge or interest in mental health systems, suicide prevention, or

crisis response (personally or professionally) an asset.

● Financial literacy or budgeting (especially for Treasurer succession).

● Experience in advocacy, government relations, communications, or

fundraising.

How we work together as a Board:

● Non-profit stewardship, especially for an organization that focuses on

crisis and suicide, is often rooted in personal experiences of difficult

times in our lives.

● We strive to be sensitive to the challenges of our work, tolerant of

imperfection, and committed to fostering collaboration, respect, and

open communication. We strive to maintain a supportive environment

where all board members feel comfortable contributing and having

their ideas heard, and all staff feel valued and understood.

● Kindness first.

How to Apply

We will follow a rolling interview process as applications are received.

1) Become a member of the society prior to submitting your application.

We hope to begin interviews by July 15, 2025, and will continue

accepting applications until August 3, 2025. Membership is free and the

application can be completed online.

2) Submit a single PDF cover letter and resume. Please include in your

cover letter something we would not learn in your resume or LinkedIn.

3) Applications can be submitted to applications@crisiscentre.bc.ca.