Organisation : Perinatal Wellbeing Centre
Location : Australian Capital Territory (WESTON)
Time required : Two Years
Duration of project : Two Years
Sector : Mental Health
Application closing date : 12 Jul, 2024
About the role
Requirements of the Role:
- Qualifications and/or experience relevant to not for profit governance such as through the AICD or ICD.
- Chairing the Governance and Strategy Committee of the Board
- Participation in bi-monthly Board meetings
We value a diverse and inclusive workplace
We encourage people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ community members and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to submit an application or contact us to find out more about opportunities to join our organisation.
About the organisation
Did you know that 1 in 5 mothers and 1 in 10 fathers/partners experience mental health issues during pregnancy and early parenthood? Perinatal Wellbeing Centre has been supporting these families in the ACT and surrounding region for over 30 years, with more than 500 benefiting from our evidence informed programs annually.
In addition to a comprehensive telephone counselling service (supplemented with email support when needed), Perinatal Wellbeing Centre offers a range of programs and workshops designed to provide mental, emotional and physical benefits to those experiencing perinatal depression, anxiety, stress and/or are finding it challenging adjusting to parenting. Clients are welcomed from pregnancy through to their youngest child turning 2.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this volunteering opportunity.
Please quote in application: BOARD – GENERAL MEMBER (Volunteer) via Pro Bono Australia.
