Join Our Board

Join Our Board and Help Shape the Future of Support Services locally 

Community Living & Respite Services (CLRS) is a not-for-profit organisation founded in 1979, dedicated to providing high-quality disability support services in the local region.

Supporting over 250 people annually, CLRS is a registered provider with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and regulated by the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission, and the Victorian Social Services Regulator.

This ensures a strong focus on client safeguarding, governance, and robust systems.

Board Member Responsibilities

Our volunteer Board positions provide an exciting opportunity to volunteer your skills and expertise to support the strategic leadership of disability support services in our local community.

Board members should be able to understand the overall responsibilities of serving on a governance board, including

    • the ability to read and interpret financial statements and
    • contribute to the Board’s fiduciary and strategic decision-making.

Board members will

    • serve on at least one subcommittee of the Board,
    • responsibly represent CLRS to their respective communities, and
    • advocate for CLRS’s vision and services as appropriate.

You are expected to attend at least 6 Board meetings a year, read Board materials in advance of Board meetings, and come prepared to ask questions and participate in discussions.

Time Commitment 

It is anticipated that a commitment of 3 – 4 hours per month is required, including meeting time.

Board meetings are held via Microsoft Teams and in person, on a rotating basis.

Board terms last for 3 years, and Board members can serve for up to 3 consecutive terms.

Who Should Apply 

The Board would particularly welcome applicants with lived experience of disability, as well as those with expertise in

    • financial management and accounting,
    • asset management,
    • corporate governance,
    • ICT Strategy and/or
    • audit and risk management.

All applications will be considered.

How to Apply 

For all enquiries regarding the Board, please contact Gillian Noelker – Executive Assistant on 03 5480 2388 or email ea@clrs.org.au

Important Links

Below are a series of documents that will assist with the application process. 

CLRS Constitution

Annual Reports 

Strategic Framework 2025 - 2030

Board Charter

Code of Conduct

Director ID Application

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