Make a difference in your community! Join the CMHA NS Board of Directors

Apr 9, 2022

Join our volunteer board of directors and help us work to ensure that all people in Nova Scotia experience good mental health and well-being.

The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS] is seeking two dedicated and conscientious community leaders to join our volunteer board of directors in providing direction and oversight to a dynamic not-for-profit organization that promotes and enhances the mental, physical, and emotional well-being of our community.

The Board of Directors is currently seeking to fill two volunteer board positions, specifically with individuals who identify as:

• An Individual with Mental Health Clinician experience (Registered Psychologist / Psychiatrist); or
• An Individual who has experience in the legal industry (lawyer); or
• An Indigenous individual with an interest in improving the mental health of all clients served by CMHA – NS.

Eight board meetings are held per fiscal year, meetings are held using a hybrid model (virtual and face-to-face). Board meetings are typically 2.5 hours in duration.

About CMHA NS: The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division [CMHA NS] supports the resilience, recovery and well-being of people living with mental illness and those experiencing mental health challenges across the province.  The Canadian Mental Health Association is one of the oldest and most extensive community mental health organizations in Canada.   We proudly represent three branches and 40 staff working in communities across Nova Scotia.

More information about CMHA Nova Scotia can be viewed at  HERE

Our Impact:

• Educate: Programming and education in 36 communities across the province.
• Navigate:  The mental health system in Nova Scotia is complex and we understand that it can be confusing for those who need support. At CMHA-NS we work with organizations throughout the province to support you in navigating a way to health.
• Advocate: And we advocate to improve the spaces, places and conditions that shape mental health.

If you can contribute your thoughtfulness and leadership and are interested in exploring if this is the right opportunity for you, please send a brief cover letter and CV to the Nominations Committee at [email protected]

We encourage applications from Black, racialized and Indigenous Peoples, 2SLGBTQ+, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities. If you are a member of a group that has been historically excluded from opportunities, we encourage you to self-identify in your cover letter or resume and to share your pronouns.            

Screened applicants will be invited to a short virtual meeting to further discuss the roles and responsibilities of a board member.

Please submit your application to the above noted address by May 1, 2022.