Board of Directors Position

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Board Position Open! Would you like to be part of a dynamic team that enhances the lives of children who live in poverty and receive mental health care?

Great Life Mentoring (GLM) is now accepting applications to the Board of Directors. Individuals from all cultures, ethnicities, races, backgrounds and walks of life are encouraged to apply. Preferred applicants reside in GLM’s current service area: the Portland, Oregon and Clark County, Washington metro area. Virtual applicants will also be considered.

About Great Life Mentoring
Great Life Mentoring is a 501(c)(3) public charity and an evidence-based mental health intervention that utilizes community volunteers to significantly improve the mental health conditions of children living in poverty. It’s unlike any other mentoring program, and it’s proven to work.

For the past 25 years, GLM has worked in partnership with mental health organizations, and its careful approach has positively impacted over 1,000 kids-providing over 100,000 hours of consistency, positive interactions and quality time that changes lives.

The organization is engaged in the highest-level scientific research (a randomized controlled trial), with the long-term goal being to scale this proven intervention and provide GLM’s standard of care, stability and emotional competence to children in communities throughout the US and Canada.

What’s in it for you?
Being part of this important movement is good for you, too. If you’re a career-oriented person or community advocate, this is a wonderful opportunity to enhance your skills and build your resume. You will have a chance to fulfill your philanthropic interests in a meaningful way, and you will learn from this dynamic team of community leaders.

Desired Skills and Experience
Board members serve as ambassadors, provide leadership, guidance and financial sustainability. Board members need not have all of the following skills, but within the team they will be represented: Accounting, Fundraising, Hospitality, Human Resources, Legal Compliance, Technology, Marketing, Social Media, Strategic Planning. There is currently a gap in the areas of legal and fundraising, though all applicants will be considered.

This organization is committed to building a leadership team that reflects the diversity of the community it serves.

Application Process
The application process includes an application, virtual interview, screening (i.e., background check) and training. If you are interested in serving on the GLM Board of Directors, contact admin@greatlifementoring.com or use the link on our website staff page to view the position description and full application.