Help shape the profession’s future in our province as part of the NSCSW Council
We’re accepting nominations for the following College Council positions:
- Vice-President
- Treasurer
- Secretary
- Central Regional Representative: 2 positions
- Halifax County and West Hants
- Western Regional Representative: 1 position
- Yarmouth, Shelburne, Digby, Queens, Annapolis, Lunenburg and Kings counties
Roles and Responsibilities of the NSCSW Council
In addition to the responsibilities stated in the by-laws, Council members have the following major roles and responsibilities:
- Understands and demonstrate a commitment to the organization’s vision, mission, values and programs,
- Has overall stewardship responsibilities for the College,
- Has charge of the affairs of the College,
- May make or change regulations under the Social Workers Act
- Proposes bylaws and amendments for voting by members,
- Regularly attends Council meetings and important related meetings,
- Commits to actively organizing events and meetings in their regions in partnership with NSCSW staff in order to effectively communicate NSCSW vision, mission and values and seeks feedback for members,
or; - Participates in a Committee of Council
- Volunteers for and willingly accepts assignments and completes them thoroughly and on time,
- Stays informed about committee matters, prepares themselves well for meetings, and reviews and comments on minutes and reports,
- Gets to know other council members and builds a collegial working relationship that contributes to consensus,
- Is an active participant in the committee’s annual evaluation and planning efforts.
Council Nomination Process
Submit your nomination no later than Monday, April 10 at 4:30 p.m. ADT by sending a letter of intent and current CV to Alec Stratford (Alec.Stratford@NSCSW.org).