Volunteer Trustee for Suicide Prevention Charity in Essex | Reach Out for Mental Health
Reach Out for Mental Health
Date: 1 day ago
City: Chelmsford, England
Contract type: Full time
Remote
Reach Out for Mental Health (ROFMH) is a suicide prevention service operating in Essex set up to reduce the number of attempted and completed suicides in the area. We're looking for amazing people to join our board of mavericks.
What difference will you make?
What's in it for the Trustee? This is an exciting time for Reach Out for Mental Health as we expand our services and explore bold new ways to support people across Essex who are struggling with their mental health. You’ll be stepping into a charity that’s not afraid to challenge norms and pioneer an alternative, trailblazing approach to suicide prevention. As a Trustee, you won’t just be sitting around a table. You’ll be part of a movement – helping shape the future of grassroots mental health support. In return, you’ll gain A meaningful role where your experience, skills and voice will directly influence how we grow and who we reach. The chance to learn new things, from charity governance to community engagement and mental health approaches that truly meet people where they are. Personal fulfilment – knowing your work is literally helping to save lives and reduce loneliness and stigma. Support from a passionate team – we’ve got your back, and you’ll never be expected to go it alone. Connection – with fellow Trustees, volunteers, and a whole community who believe in doing things differently, with heart. We don’t expect perfection – just care, courage, and a willingness to roll your sleeves up (metaphorically or literally, your choice).
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for someone who brings a mix of heart, head and hands-on experience. Essential (or very welcome!) experience A background in business development, income generation or social enterprise – especially if you’ve helped an organisation grow sustainably. Experience working with or supporting charities, community groups, or start-ups. An understanding of – or curiosity about – how charities balance purpose with sustainability. Lived experience of emotional distress, or of supporting someone else through it. Qualities we value deeply A creative thinker who’s not afraid to try new things or challenge “the way it’s always been done.” A compassionate listener who believes that people’s stories matter. Someone who’s collaborative and kind – able to both contribute and challenge in a constructive way. A genuine connection to our mission of preventing suicide and reducing loneliness. We’re especially interested in hearing from people whose voices aren’t always represented in Board rooms – including people from minoritised communities, LGBTQIA+ folks, younger adults (under 40), and people with lived experience of poor mental health or suicidal thoughts. If you’re unsure whether you’re the right fit – please reach out anyway. We’d love to have a conversation.
What will you be doing?
What will you be doing? Reach Out for Mental Health is on the lookout for new, dynamic, and inspiring Trustees to join our Board. We’re particularly keen to welcome someone with a successful background in business or experience helping charities grow their trading income – someone who can help us think sustainably, build partnerships, and open up new opportunities to fund the life-saving support we offer. But more than just business brains, we’re looking for heart. You might have lived experience of emotional distress, or have supported someone through a difficult time. Maybe you’ve sat in the dark with someone until morning came. Maybe you are someone who knows the power of being heard. If that’s you, then you already speak our language. We need Trustees who aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo, who get excited by doing things differently, and who want to be part of a charity that’s breaking moulds, not making them. If you're business-savvy, community-driven, and ready to roll up your sleeves, we’d love to hear from you.
What difference will you make?
What's in it for the Trustee? This is an exciting time for Reach Out for Mental Health as we expand our services and explore bold new ways to support people across Essex who are struggling with their mental health. You’ll be stepping into a charity that’s not afraid to challenge norms and pioneer an alternative, trailblazing approach to suicide prevention. As a Trustee, you won’t just be sitting around a table. You’ll be part of a movement – helping shape the future of grassroots mental health support. In return, you’ll gain A meaningful role where your experience, skills and voice will directly influence how we grow and who we reach. The chance to learn new things, from charity governance to community engagement and mental health approaches that truly meet people where they are. Personal fulfilment – knowing your work is literally helping to save lives and reduce loneliness and stigma. Support from a passionate team – we’ve got your back, and you’ll never be expected to go it alone. Connection – with fellow Trustees, volunteers, and a whole community who believe in doing things differently, with heart. We don’t expect perfection – just care, courage, and a willingness to roll your sleeves up (metaphorically or literally, your choice).
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for someone who brings a mix of heart, head and hands-on experience. Essential (or very welcome!) experience A background in business development, income generation or social enterprise – especially if you’ve helped an organisation grow sustainably. Experience working with or supporting charities, community groups, or start-ups. An understanding of – or curiosity about – how charities balance purpose with sustainability. Lived experience of emotional distress, or of supporting someone else through it. Qualities we value deeply A creative thinker who’s not afraid to try new things or challenge “the way it’s always been done.” A compassionate listener who believes that people’s stories matter. Someone who’s collaborative and kind – able to both contribute and challenge in a constructive way. A genuine connection to our mission of preventing suicide and reducing loneliness. We’re especially interested in hearing from people whose voices aren’t always represented in Board rooms – including people from minoritised communities, LGBTQIA+ folks, younger adults (under 40), and people with lived experience of poor mental health or suicidal thoughts. If you’re unsure whether you’re the right fit – please reach out anyway. We’d love to have a conversation.
What will you be doing?
What will you be doing? Reach Out for Mental Health is on the lookout for new, dynamic, and inspiring Trustees to join our Board. We’re particularly keen to welcome someone with a successful background in business or experience helping charities grow their trading income – someone who can help us think sustainably, build partnerships, and open up new opportunities to fund the life-saving support we offer. But more than just business brains, we’re looking for heart. You might have lived experience of emotional distress, or have supported someone through a difficult time. Maybe you’ve sat in the dark with someone until morning came. Maybe you are someone who knows the power of being heard. If that’s you, then you already speak our language. We need Trustees who aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo, who get excited by doing things differently, and who want to be part of a charity that’s breaking moulds, not making them. If you're business-savvy, community-driven, and ready to roll up your sleeves, we’d love to hear from you.
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