Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you have the skills and experience to help guide the only rehabilitation hospital in the Niagara Region? If so, we want you!
About Us
Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre provides specialized post-acute hospital care and exceptional clinical outcomes to thousands of Niagara residents through our rehabilitation and complex care programs. With 134 inpatient beds and innovative outpatient services, we serve over tens of thousands of patients annually. Our dedicated team, state-of-the-art equipment, and commitment to compassionate care drive our mission to restore health, rebuild lives, and renew hope.
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking dynamic individuals with demonstrated community leadership and a keen interest in governance. We invite community volunteers with a bold vision for healthcare — a vision of excellence, innovation, and patient-centred care — to join us. If you share our passion for Hotel Dieu Shaver’s mission, vision, and values, and you're ready to apply your expertise and lead HDS towards achieving its strategic objectives, we want to hear from you. Our Board benefits from a variety of perspectives and skills to effectively guide our healthcare decisions.
Hotel Dieu Shaver welcomes applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, especially those with the following expertise, though possessing experience in these categories is not mandatory:
- Accounting/Finance/Business
- Public Relations/Communications
- Strategic Planning
- Health Care Administration
- Health Care Clinical
- Previous Board Experience
- Government Relations
- Fluency in French
- Indigenous Healing
We also welcome and encourage applications from priority groups, such as:
- Indigenous communities
- Racialized community members
- Immigrants and/or Newcomers to Canada
- Francophone
- Individuals with disabilities
- People who are part of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities
- Individuals with lived experience of, or expertise in, homelessness, poverty, dealing with mental health, or addictions issues
Our Board values diverse perspectives and skills to guide our healthcare decisions effectively.
Why Join Us?
As a member of our Board of Trustees, you'll have the opportunity to influence the strategic direction of our hospital, ensuring we continue to deliver high-quality, compassionate care. Your leadership will help shape the future of healthcare in our community.
Duties & Responsibilities of Trustees
Candidates should be ready to commit to Board roles, with the Board meeting approximately 10 times a year. We offer a hybrid model for meetings, allowing both in-person and virtual attendance to accommodate all members.
Time Commitment:
- Prepare for and attend monthly Board meetings, willing to serve on standing committee(s) of the Board (approximately three hours per month)
- Attend the Annual General Meeting
- Support HDS events
- Terms are three years in length, with the opportunity for renewal to a maximum of nine years
Trustees are also expected to serve as an advocate for Hotel Dieu Shaver in the wider community.
How to Apply
To apply to be a member of the HDS Board of Trustees, interested candidates are invited to complete the following application and submit it along with a copy of your current resume as it relates to board/governance experience.
At Hotel Dieu Shaver, we believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes informed decisions, drives innovation, and delivers the best care for our patients. We are dedicated to fostering a positive culture where individuals of all backgrounds and identities feel empowered, respected and included. Hotel Dieu Shaver values equity and an inclusive culture and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse team where everyone is welcome.
Application Deadline
Please submit your application before October 1, 2024.
We extend our sincere thanks to all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.