Board of Directors Committee Member

Board of Directors issues Call for Nominations

ADAPT is looking for committed, enthusiastic individuals to serve on its Board of Directors committees. Do you possess leadership skills and knowledge to share with a dynamic and diverse team of professionals to help realize the mission of ADAPT?

ADAPT is governed by a volunteer board of directors in a policy governance model. Day-to-day operations are delegated to the CEO. The Board sets direction via the mission, vision, values, strategic plan, governance policies and budget. Its key role is to direct and protect.

The Board’s Nominating Committee has issued the official Call for Nominations.

About ADAPT

ADAPT is a community-based non-profit corporation providing addiction assessment and treatment services funded by the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, the Ministry of the Solicitor General, and the United Way, among others, to provide a range of services throughout the Halton Region.

Our Mission, Approach, Principles

ADAPT Mission

ADAPT is dedicated to empowering persons with alcohol, drug, gambling, or behavioural addictions, and their families, to manage these concerns and to lead more fulfilling lives through the provision of comprehensive, evidence-based services, corresponding to their individual needs.

ADAPT Vision

ADAPT envisions an addiction prevention and treatment system which is increasingly accessible, flexible and comprehensive. We envision a system built on collaboration between health care providers, which supports coordinated and integrated care across all sectors. We envision health care that evolves through the voice of the consumer, and continuously reduces barriers, service gaps and inequities.

The Board is actively recruiting to fill the following positions:

• Committee Members:
  • Finance and Audit
  • Human Resources
  • Governance and Risk

Responsibilities of new non-director positions:

Each individual non-director Committee member is expected to:

• Know the organization’s mission, vision, policies and programs
• Understand the subject matter of the assigned committee
• Share their expertise to support the effective decision-making by the Committee
• Prepare, attend, and actively participate in Committee meetings

As a Board, we are working to be a leader in challenging systemic bias and barriers by learning together and reflecting on our policies and practices. As we enter this recruitment cycle to find new non-director committee members to work with our 3 committees, we are looking to balance the competencies and skills needed with a diversity of experiences and perspectives. The following have been prioritized for this recruitment campaign:

• General skills: strong communication skills, collaborative decision-making skills, effective leadership skills, good time management skills to ensure appropriate preparation for meetings and discussions.
• Governance competencies:
• Human resources
• Financial acumen and general knowledge of accounting principles
• Corporate governance law
• Lived or work experience in psychology/neuroscience/social work as it relates to addictions
• Previous board experience is helpful but not necessary.
• Perspectives: Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, Disabled, lived or work experience in diversity, equity and inclusion, or anti-racism work.

With your help, we can create a sense of belonging for all and support our community to reach their full potential for a successful recovery.

We look forward to hearing from you.

How to Apply

Individuals interested in applying to serve on the ADAPT Board of Directors Committees are invited to submit a resumé and completed Board Application Form_Mar_26.docx summarizing their qualifications to Tracy MacMillan, Chair of the Human Resources Committee. The address can be found with the application form.

We thank everyone for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.