Job Description

At Merrymount Family Support and Crisis Centre, we are dedicated to the well-being of children and families, cherishing their uniqueness and inherent worth. We specialize in empowering families during challenging times, recognizing the importance of additional support. As an accredited children\'s mental health centre, we provide strength-based programs and services that enhance the overall well-being of our community\'s children and families. Our vision is to create a resilient and inclusive community where timely and effective support is readily accessible. Guided by our core values of inclusion, collaboration, ease of navigation, personalization of services, and capacity building, Merrymount Family Support and Crisis Centre is devoted to making a profound difference in the lives of families.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the experienced, inspiring, strategic, community focused leader will provide visionary leadership and direction to the Merrymount Family Support and Crisis Centre\xe2\x80\x99s staff team. As the face of Merrymount Family Support and Crisis Centre, the Executive Director will represent the organization at various Ministry (Provincial and Federal) tables while taking a leadership role in social services and health-care discussions. In addition, the Executive Director will collaborate closely with the Director of Philanthropy. The integrity-based candidate will be involved in both internal and external engagement in identifying, cultivating, and soliciting potential benefactors to support Merrymount Family Support and Crisis Centre\'s mission and ensuring the achievement of projected Not-For-Profit philanthropic/fundraising goals through systematic planning and control processes.

The Integrity focused Executive Director will oversee key team members (union and non-union), including the Director of Finance, Program Managers, Director of Philanthropy, Human Resources Generalist, and Supervised Access Program Coordinators. The passionate director will also effectively collaborate with community partners, such as other agencies, school boards, and professional service providers, to develop protocols for service integration. In addition, building and maintaining positive, cooperative relationships with the community, including benefactors, funders, social service agencies, government officials, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders, is essential to support the Centre\xe2\x80\x99s overall program and financial success. The dedicated Executive Director will also play a crucial role in ensuring the organization has a skilled and qualified workforce aligned with Merrymount Family Support and Crisis Centre\'s Strategic Plan.

To excel in this role, the Executive Director should possess the following qualifications:

• A postgraduate degree in Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Public Administration, business, or a related field is an asset.
• Certification with the Canadian College of Health Leaders is an asset.
• Significant experience as a senior leader in a Not-For-Profit organization.
• A proven track record of success in financial and operational oversight, relationship-building, team growth, and effective collaboration with a Board of Directors.
• Experience in a Not-For-Profit with a philanthropy/fundraising mandate.
• Experience working in the children\xe2\x80\x99s mental health field is an asset.

The successful candidate will be recognized for their exemplary communication skills, both internally and externally, effectively advocating for Merrymount Family Support and Crisis Centre. They should excel at engaging stakeholders and speaking publicly to the community, backed by a deep understanding of corporate governance and management best practices. This dedicated leader will also possess the ability to anticipate future needs strategically, forge enriching partnerships with related organizations, and champion community advocacy. Strong analytical, problem-solving, change management, organizational, and leadership skills and the ability to foster an organization responsive to diversity, equity, and inclusion are highly valued qualities.

Working in partnership with Merrymount Family Support and Crisis Centre, Prime Management Group Inc. will accept all resumes and cover letters from interested candidates in confidence.

Requests for additional information about the role and/or confidential suggestions or nominations may also be submitted. Please contact Colleen Young, and/or Kimberley Chesney, 519 672-7710 to discuss in confidence.

Prime Management Group Inc. is an Executive Search & Recruitment + HR Consulting firm serving Southwestern Ontario and beyond. Our search process ensures unwavering confidentiality while respectfully adhering to the Human Rights Act to uphold an unbiased and successful process for our candidates. We are committed to equity, value, and diversity and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

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