Board Opportunities
The working Board
BOARD OPPORTUNITIES
Giving Back Many professionals view board service as a rewarding way to share their skill sets and talents with non-profits that serve a particular mission that they feel passionately about. Do you feel passionate about the healing power of animals? Would you like to become involved in our mission of "Making a difference", Your help and guidance will only help us to continue our programs and services and raise further funds toward your favourite cause. Professional Development Service on a Board of Directors can provide and fine-tune invaluable professional development skills that can advance your professional career, such as public speaking, networking and leadership experience. It also provides exposure to other disciplines that you may not encounter in your day job, such as financial reporting, strategic planning, or market analyses, to name a few. Business Development Working on boards gives executives unique access to business leaders across the region and provides the opportunity to demonstrate professional value through meaningful participation in board meetings. As a result, you might secure several new business leads and/or networking opportunities that will help further your current career.
We are always looking for great leaders and fresh faces to help guide Therapeutic Dog Services business to success.
Board Opportunities
If you would like more information about becoming a Board member, please send an email describing your interest to
Email: therapydogs@tdsinc.com.au.
Role of the Board
The Board of Directors of Therapeutic Dog Services Incorporated is a “Working Board”. Members contribute their “time, talents, and treasures” through their support of Board activities and events. Members are encouraged to positively promote the organisation within the community to prospective volunteers, clients, and donors.
Board of Directors Expectations
Contribute financially by paying Board dues. (Board members should contribute an amount that they feel is significant for them.)
Attend Board meetings in person or via conference call. (Board meetings are held on the last Monday of every month at 1 pm.)
Make a serious commitment to willingly and actively participate in Board work.
Understand the vision, strategy, and shared values of the organisation, and be an advocate for the organisation.
Stay informed about Board matters, prepare well for meetings, and review and comment on minutes and reports.
Participate in the creation of annual and long-term goals, strategies, and plans for the organisation.
Get to know other Board members and build a working relationship that contributes to effective teamwork.
Have a working knowledge of the organisation and its programming.
Participate in fundraising for the organisation.
Participate in board and volunteer recruitment for the organisation.
Participate in and/or attend Therapeutic Dog Services sponsored events.
Recruit attendees for Therapeutic Dog Services sponsored events.
Get in Touch
For all inquiries please contact
Therapeutic Dog Services
Email: therapydogs@tdsinc.com.au
Phone: 0481293370
or
Animal Assisted Therapist +
Phone: 0415 132 654