Algoma Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Centre (ASARC)

Board Vacancies

Algoma Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Centre is a two faceted agency. Breton House offers a bed-based substance use treatment facility for women 19 years and older. A New Link offers a community-based substance use program offering supportive services for pregnant women and women who have had children.

The ASARC Board of Directors works with and supports staff of both settings, to ensure program needs are met through decision-making and advocacy for the benefit of those living with substance use disorders in our region.

Any interested member of the public, 18 years and older, can apply. We are looking for candidates that are energetic and skilled in a variety of ways to add to an already strong team. This is a volunteer position.

Commitment:

• Meet at least nine (9) times a year the 3rd Thursday of every month from September to June at 5:00pm for approximately one (1) hour. Meetings may be held virtually, therefore access to a good internet connection is important. Meetings are held at A New Link (126 Queen Street E).
• Sit on one or more committees of the Board.
• Participate in various ASARC events during the year.
• Serve a two (2) year term.

Qualifications:

We are looking for individuals who have experience in some of the following fields and as such can provide insight and guidance to the board.

• Interest in / passion for substance abuse reduction services
• Marketing/social media/ public relations experience
• Program planning and evaluation of program
• Development of strategic plans
• Finance
• Fundraising
• Human Resources

How to apply:

Submit your letter of interest and resume to: Board of Directors, c/o ASARC Nomination Committee, 91 Breton Rd, Sault Ste Marie, ON, P6B 4T5

For further information, please contact Jen Christenson, Interim Executive Director, at 705-759-4891 or at jenchristenson@bretonhouse.ca