BRIC NS is looking for a citizen representative to sit on its Advisory Council.

Position: Citizen members will join the Advisory Council and will provide input and support to the council by providing a unique, citizen perspective.

We are looking for one (1) Nova Scotia resident with one or more of the following:

• Experience with different aspects of the health care system (primary care, emergency services, long term care, etc.) as either a patient or caregiver
• Experience accessing services in other sectors (such as education, housing or social services) for self or a family member
• Experience and/or interest in Research, Knowledge Translation or Patient Engagement
• An interest in reducing the burden faced by people with complex needs and in increasing the effectiveness of the health care system
• A broad sense of the challenges and opportunities that face health care within Canada and specifically Nova Scotia
• The ability to share perspectives and a willingness to view them in a broader context
• The ability to listen to all perspectives in an honest and respectful way
• A demonstrated sense of community, volunteerism and citizenship
• Fundraising experience
• Communications experience
• Interest in travelling to attend a national meeting

Members will serve two year terms, beginning fall 2016. Please note that these are volunteer positions.

Read the full position description here: Advisory Council – Citizen Representative

These positions have been filled.  If you are interested in joining BRIC NS please fill out our membership form.