Director

Sloane’s House is where families of children, aged up to twenty one (21) years, with complex health needs will come to join our family of caring professionals; a supportive community of parents and caregivers. Located in Whitby, it will be available for those living across Durham Region and in the surrounding underserved communities. A rejuvenating place for respite stays offering engaging programing for the child or young person, while parents and other caregivers take a much-needed break. And for those children and youth who are on their end-of-life journey, a place where specialized care will be provided in an environment where quality of life will be the focus for however many days remain. With an estimated 1,900 children with medically complex needs in Durham Region and surrounding communities, 800 in Durham alone, requiring paediatric medical respite and hospice care, the need for this Children's Hospice Is clear. Learn more about us: Sloane's House Strategic Plan 2021-2026 Interested in getting involved? Come join a Board dedicated to realizing the vision of a Children's Hospice in Durham Region. Currently, we are looking to fill three board positions with individuals who have experience in the following areas:

• Events & Fundraising – Experience developing, planning & executing community events, vendor sourcing and event budget management. Event management certificate an asset.

• Finance & Audit – A strong business acumen for budget creation, management and oversight, non-profit standards for tax and audit.

• Health Care – A background in a relevant area of the health care sector, particularly with insight into policy and operations relevant to respite and/or hospice.

Time Commitment:

• The board meets as a whole 6-8 times per year (except during the summer).

• Each director available to serve on at least one Board committee that meets monthly (except the summer), and should actively participate in annual fundraising and other special events.

• Directors are expected to serve, at least, one 2-year term. They can be reappointed for up to two more terms.

To Apply: If you, or someone you know, is interested, please forward your Cover Letter and Resume outlining your skills and experience to: info@sloaneshouse.com