Board of Directors: Director Opportunities

Join Youthdale’s Board of Directors!

Youthdale Treatment Centre is seeking skilled and passionate volunteer Board Members for a three-year term, commencing September 2026, to help guide the organization in empowering young people to lead ‘healthy and thriving futures.’

We are looking for dedicated individuals to help drive our initiatives forward and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.

Organization Overview

Youthdale Treatment Centres is a leading non-profit and charitable community agency dedicated to serving children, youth, young adults and families struggling with complex mental health concerns. Our mission is to support the journey to wellness with professional therapeutic services and collaborative support.

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Youthdale Board is committed to fostering an inclusive board meeting and organizational culture. Youthdale serves children, youth, emerging adults, and families from diverse backgrounds and communities across Ontario, and we value reflecting those backgrounds on our Board.

Role Overview

The Board of Directors has overall responsibility for the governance of Youthdale, including the following:

• overseeing and guiding the organization’s executives
• reviewing and approving the organization's financial statements, budget, and financial policies
• ensuring there are adequate systems and controls in place to ensure quality care
• overseeing the management of strategy and risk
• ensuring regulatory and ethical compliance
• shaping and monitoring the implementation of Youthdale’s strategy

Time Commitment

Board members are expected to attend 8–10 board meetings per year (2-3 of those in person) and participate in at least 1 board committee. Successful candidates should expect 6–8 hours per month of time committed to board activities.

Candidate Profile

We are seeking diverse individuals with previous Board experience or those who are interested in gaining Board experience and have other strengths and lived experiences to contribute. We encourage applicants from equity-deserving groups to apply (including Indigenous persons, people of colour, persons with disabilities, of minority sexual orientations, gender identities, and others).

Desirable Attributes

A variety of backgrounds are needed, however experience in the following areas would be a significant asset:

• Executive/senior level leadership in health care
• Legal
• HR Labour Law
• Governance/Risk/Strategy

Additional Assets

• Ability to contribute to setting strategic direction
• Experience in monitoring and supporting organizational performance
• Willingness and ability to take on leadership roles in committees and the Board

Next Steps

Please send resume and cover letter to ytcboard@youthdale.ca by April 28, 2026, using the subject Youthdale: Board of Directors Position