We are seeking suitably qualified candidates located in the West of Ireland to facilitate engagement with management and periodic in-person Board meetings.Helplink Mental Health (www.helplink.ie) provides a range of accessible counselling, information, and educational mental health services. In addition to offering a comprehensive online counselling service, we provide in-person mental health counselling services via a panel of qualified professional counsellors in Galway & Mayo. In 2024, we delivered over 9,000 counselling sessions under various headings including couples, youth, addiction, bereavement, and general counselling, as well as play and art therapy.The Role:Helplink is looking to expand its Board of Directors, particularly to strengthen its succession planning by recruiting a new trustee with prior Chair experience. The Board roles are voluntary, and expectations of Board members / Trustees include:Attending Board meetings regularly – sharing your knowledge and skills. Meetings are held 10 times a year plus AGM, with a mix of in-person (Galway) and remote sessions.Participating actively in committees, initiating and accepting strategic assignments, and building effective relationships with other Board Members to ensure the successful operation of the Board.Responsibilities:We seek someone with prior Chair experience to complement our existing Board of Trustees and enhance our succession planning pool.The successful candidate will provide guidance and mentoring to the Charity's management and newer Board members in governance, risk management, and strategy formulation.You will also work closely with the current Chair, with a view to eventual succession.
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