Governance

Join the Lakeview Family Health Team Board of Directors

The Lakeview Family Health Team (LFHT) is seeking dedicated and talented leaders to join our Board of Directors. As a community resource governed by a combination of community volunteers and physicians from the Brighton-Quinte West Family Health Organization, our Board plays a crucial role in overseeing our mission, vision, and values. We are committed to meeting the healthcare needs of our community and providing high-quality service and care.

Why Join Our Board?

Board members at LFHT work closely with the Executive Director to provide strategic and innovative leadership. You will help ensure quality care for our community advance access to healthcare. Serving on the Board is an opportunity to shape the future of healthcare in Cramahe Township, Brighton, and Quinte West.

Responsibilities and Expectations

As a Board member, you will:

• Think strategically and communicate effectively
• Collaborate well with others and show a willingness to learn
• Provide leadership at financial, strategic, and policy levels of governance
• Commit to preparing for and attending at least four board meetings per year
• Potentially join a committee, contributing additional time as needed

Board members serve two-year terms and may serve up to three terms, totaling six years of service. The term for this role begins in September 2024. The typical time commitment is approximately 4-5 hours per month.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are specifically looking for board members who are:

• Residents of Cramahe Township, Quinte West, or Brighton or carry on business in those areas
• Dedicated to the mission of LFHT
• Forward-thinking and open to change
• Knowledgeable, experienced, and professional
• Good communicators and collaborators
• Represent the diversity of the communities we serve

Desired Skills and Experience

We require board members with knowledge, skills, and experience in the following areas:

• Strategic Planning
• Clinical Skills
• Program Development
• Human Resources Management
• Financial Management and Audit
• Risk Management
• Quality Improvement
• Performance Measurement
• Governance and Accountability Management

How to Apply

Click here to apply online

If you are interested in making a meaningful impact in our community by joining our Board of Directors, please complete the online application. For more information, contact Executive Director Jennifer May-Anderson at Jennifer.may-anderson@lakeviewfht.ca or call 613-475-1555 ext. 2.

The deadline to apply is August 25, 2024.