Join the board
YWHP is a well-established, Sheffield based, charity providing trauma informed safe, supported housing, therapeutic programmes and counselling for young women and their children who have been affected by sexual abuse, domestic abuse and sexual exploitation.
We are currently particularly keen to recruit trustees from Black and Asian communities, those who have “lived experience” of homelessness and mental health issues and those from other minoritised communities.
We are currently, looking to recruit to the role of Treasurer but are interested in hearing from you even if this isn’t an area of interest for you.
Attributes and qualities
We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
Please note; Post covered by The Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 and is for women only.
What difference will you make?
This is a vital role, helping ensure we can continue our support for vulnerable young women and their children who have been affected by abuse. As a trustee, you will have a real opportunity to offer your unique skill set to help the strategic progression of the charity.
Commitment Required:
Hours: minimum quarterly meetings (2 hours) at a town centre location + quarterly sub committee meetings for specific roles such as Treasurer or Chair.
Other: occasional extraordinary meetings as required and as agreed specific pieces of work
Agreement: 12 months +
YWHP offers a comprehensive CPD programme for all staff including our Trustees Excellent Induction to ensure you are ready to undertake your role.
Your experience and knowledge could include (but is not limited to):
- Treasurer
- Chairperson
- Supervision
- Governance
- Sexual/Domestic abuse issues
- Trauma Informed practice
- Social Housing
- Risk assessment
- Strategic planning
- Relevant research
- Excellent professional boundaries
Whether you’re an experienced trustee or new to governance, if you have the commitment, values, and skills, please get in touch.
We aim to respond to potential applicants within 2 working weeks with further details and an application pack. If you are interested in joining us, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to keep you posted about any vacancies.