Volunteer Board Director/Company Secretary

Volunteer Board Director/Company Secretary Help us shape the future of mental health and carer support in WA

HelpingMinds is a highly regarded carer support and mental health services organisation that has been making a difference for nearly 50 years. Each year, our compassionate team supports more than 10,000 people across WA to feel heard, supported, and empowered. Guided by our values of Hope, Collaboration, Trust, Integrity, and Respect, we are a purpose‑driven organisation committed to improving mental health and family and carer wellbeing across Western Australia.

We welcome your individuality, your ideas, your passion, and your drive.

Who we’re looking for We welcome individuals who share our values and commitment to community wellbeing. Ideal candidates will bring:

Qualifications and/or experience in governance, risk management, legal compliance, financial oversight, or clinical governance.

Experience as a Company Secretary, including ASIC compliance and governance reporting.

Previous or current experience on a Not‑for‑Profit or non‑government Board.

Lived experience of mental health or as a mental health carer (highly regarded).

A current NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities As a Board Director, you will:

Provide strategic oversight and governance to ensure HelpingMinds continues to thrive.

Uphold compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Help shape the future of mental health and carer support services across WA.

As Company Secretary, you will play a pivotal role in governance reporting and ASIC compliance, ensuring our Board operates with transparency and integrity.

Commitment

Attend bi‑monthly Board meetings (typically six per year), scheduled after hours on the 4th Tuesday of the month (5:00 pm – 7:00 pm), via Zoom or in person at our East Perth office.

Attend twice‑monthly subcommittee meetings.

Provision of sitting fees to cover expenses.

How to apply For more information and to obtain an Expression of Interest form, please contact Trudi Baker on 08 9427 71*** or email ***********@helpingminds.org.au.

Please submit a detailed resume and a completed Expression of Interest form to ***********@helpingminds.org.au by 18 January 2026.

EEO Statement We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQIA+ individuals, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience of mental health issues or supporting family members with mental health challenges.

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