Grow with Grandview Kids as a member of the organization’s Board of Directors
Grandview Kids is currently recruiting four individuals to join our Board of Directors and three individuals to join Board Committees* as Community Representatives.
*Learn more about the roles of each Grandview Kids’ Board Committees here.
Grandview Kids – founded in 1953 – is an independently operated not-for-profit organization. We are the only Children’s Treatment Centre in Durham Region, providing specialized programs, outpatient clinical treatment and support to thousands of children and youth with physical, communication and developmental needs and their families.
What we do:
- Assess, diagnose, prescribe and provide clinical treatment, specialized programs and therapies, and specialized equipment for children and youth with communication, physical or developmental needs;
- Provide access to specialists, consultation and support for families;
- Build capacity in the community through information, knowledge exchange and consultation with professionals and other organizations;
- Participate in research activities and teaching in the field of children’s rehabilitation.
To learn more about our programs and services, click here to access our general fact sheet.
Who are we looking for?
Located in one of the fastest-growing regions in Ontario, Grandview Kids seeks individuals who want to support our organization’s development and growth to meet the need in our community and who are aligned with our vision, mission and values.
As we continue to enact our 2024-27 Strategic Plan, Powering Potential, and we remain focused on maximizing our impact in Durham Region through the delivery of high-quality care at our new, state-of-the-art headquarters based in Ajax and our four satellite locations in Bowmanville, Oshawa, Port Perry and Whitby.
To support us in achieving our goals and maximizing our impact in the Durham Region, we are seeking individuals with demonstrated experience in:
- Information Technology
- Accounting
- Risk Management
Eligibility criteria
In order to be eligible to stand for election as a Director, each nominee must:
- Be a resident of Durham Region or in the opinion of the Board maintain a direct and substantial interest in Durham Region, or, in the opinion of the Board, have the potential to make a significant contribution to the Corporation, and
- Support and promote the purposes and objectives of the Corporation.
In order to be eligible to join as a Community Representative, each individual must support and promote the purpose and objectives of Grandview.
Interested in joining? Contact us.
If you are well-positioned to join Grandview Kids’ Board of Directors or Board Committees, please express your interest to Rachel.Bandele@grandviewkids.ca by Friday, May 9, 2025, and include copies of your resume and cover letter.
Other areas of expertise Grandview Kids is looking for in prospective Board members include:
- Strategic Thinking – Ability to set long-term goals and develop strategies to achieve them.
- Financial Acumen – Proficiency in financial management, budgeting and financial reporting. Ability to analyze financial statements and understand key financial metrics. This could replace ‘accountant’ and ‘finance/banking’.
- Governance and Compliance – Knowledge of corporate governance principles and best practices. Understanding of legal and regulatory requirements relevant to the organization. This could incorporate ‘legal’ knowledge, too.
- Leadership and Management – Experience in managing teams and driving organizational performance.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills – Effective communication skills to articulate ideas and build consensus. Ability to work collaboratively with other board members and stakeholders.
- Ethics and Integrity – Commitment to ethical behaviour and integrity. Ability to uphold and promote the organization’s values and standards.
- Innovation and Change Management – Ability to foster innovation and drive change within the organization. Experience in managing organizational transformation and adapting to new trends.
- Diversity and Inclusion – Understanding of the importance of diversity and inclusion in governance, and able to promote diverse perspectives and support an inclusive board culture.
- Crisis Management – Experience in handling crises and navigating an organization through challenging times, and able to make quick, informed decisions under pressure.
- Technology and Digital Literacy– Understanding of digital trends and technology’s impact on the organization (e.g., cyber liability) and an ability to leverage technology for strategic advantage and operational efficiency.
