VolunteerCommittee Member

Job Description:

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the community by supporting those experiencing grief and loss? Lighthouse, a dedicated Grief Training and Resource Centre, is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (IDEA) Committee. As a Committee Member, you will play a pivotal role in creating a culturally humble approach by advising and informing the Lighthouse staff team on items related to IDEA.

We are particularly recruiting for individuals who have experience, demonstrated competency, and/or lived experience in any of the following topics:
• Identifying and addressing anti-Black racism and/or anti-Indigenous racism
• Truth and Reconciliation
• Indigenous and/or Black / Afrocentric worldviews, particularly in regards to grieving and trauma-informed services
• Relationship building with Indigenous communities and/or Black communities / People of African Descent

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and Feedback: Evaluate and provide constructive feedback on policies, procedures, and initiatives concerning IDEA, including programs & services, recruitment, orientation, training, and the participant experience.
• Community Perspective: Advise the leadership team by offering a community perspective on various issues related to IDEA within the Lighthouse organization.
• Fostering Understanding: Suggest and establish meaningful ways to foster a greater understanding and awareness of IDEA matters among the Lighthouse community of staff and volunteers.
• Education and Celebration: Identify opportunities to educate the Lighthouse community on diversity-related issues and celebrate the diverse social and multicultural elements within the broader community.
• Committee Participation: Engage in monthly meetings, fostering a collaborative atmosphere.

Committee Membership:

• Collaborate with the Director of Services, Executive Director, and other community members.
• Contribute diverse perspectives from relevant professional sectors.

Qualifications:

• Experience or strong interest in IDEA-related issues.
• Demonstrated leadership and facilitation skills.
• Understanding of policies, procedures, and initiatives related to IDEA.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse interest-holders and community members.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Demonstrated leadership in any of the following:
• Identifying and addressing anti-Black racism and/or anti-Indigenous racism
• Truth and Reconciliation
• Indigenous and/or Black / Afrocentric worldviews, particularly in regards to grieving and trauma-informed services
• Relationship building with Indigenous communities and/or Black communities / People of African Descent

Commitment:

• Minimum of 2 year, maximum of 6 year commitment.
• Monthly online committee meetings, the 2nd Tuesday of every month (September to June) 7:00-8:00pm, with the occasional in-person meeting to replace a virtual meeting as arranged by the committee Chair in conversation with the committee.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement:

At Lighthouse we believe that no child should grieve alone. To achieve this, we apply a culturally humble approach within all levels of our organization. Understanding that grief affects everyone differently, we listen and learn from our community members, allowing us to provide more equitable access to grief support. Focusing on inclusivity, we honour the rich diversity of our communities through continuous employee development and program provision.

Accommodation:

The Lighthouse is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment and volunteer practices in compliance with the Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of those coping with grief and loss, we invite you to join our dedicated team. Together, let's create a supportive community where individuals find solace and healing. To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to cmccomb@lighthousegriefsupport.org . Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Thank you for considering this important volunteer opportunity with Lighthouse.