Member of the Supervisory Board, Mental Health/Healthcare Profile

MHC has made improving the quality of life for residents of the Caribbean Netherlands a central part of its mission. The organization strives to provide care that not only focuses on the client’s mental health but also takes into account other areas of life, such as work, housing, and finances. MHC believes in providing personalized care, treating each client as a unique individual. To this end, the organization works closely with partners in the healthcare chain and strives for an integrated approach that puts the client at the center.

MHC positions itself as a forward-thinking player in mental health care in the Caribbean Netherlands. The organization operates according to the F-ACT model (Flexible Assertive Community Treatment), in which a multidisciplinary team supports people with complex mental health issues in their own living environments. This approach enables MHC to provide flexible, tailored care based on trust and proximity. In doing so, MHC actively seeks collaboration with local and regional partners in the healthcare and social sectors. By forming alliances and sharing expertise, MHC contributes to a stronger healthcare infrastructure and an integrated approach to well-being and health in the region. Innovation, collaboration, and the continuous improvement of care quality thus form the core of the organization’s development.

The organization places great importance on core values such as providing outpatient care, which involves reaching out to clients in their own environment, and putting the client and his or her support system at the center of everything we do. MHC also believes in customization, passion, creativity, and perseverance as essential elements of its approach. MHC is committed not only to providing mental health care but also to strengthening the care infrastructure and collaboration in the region. MHC strives for effective collaboration with other organizations and aims to support them in developing a broader range of mental health care services. MHC serves in an advisory capacity and offers information, training, and case consultations to partners in the care chain to share their expertise.

As the only mental health organization in the Caribbean Netherlands, MHC plays a crucial role in the field. The organization is constantly working to strengthen its foundation, expand its expertise, and grow. MHC strives to be an organization that meets high quality standards, with dedicated staff and strong partnerships with clients and stakeholders.

The transition MHC is currently undergoing

At the same time, MHC’s governance is also focused on development. MHC’s Supervisory Board is currently undergoing a significant transition. Effective November 1, 2024, Kathelijne van den Boogert has been appointed as the new Executive Director. Subsequently, the previous Supervisory Board stepped down as of December 31, 2024, and Paul Rosenmöller was appointed interim chair as of January 1, 2025. His key task is to assemble a new Supervisory Board in close consultation with all stakeholders. The organization faces the challenge of forming a renewed Supervisory Board that aligns with its strategic ambitions and the further professionalization of the governance structure. As of May 1, Coryse Barendregt has been appointed as the future chair of the Supervisory Board.  As the next step in forming a completely new Supervisory Board, we are seeking a member with substantive expertise in the field of mental health care, or broad experience within the healthcare sector. We are looking for someone who preferably resides within MHC’s service area, with a good understanding of the local context and social realities.

As a new member, you will use your healthcare expertise and strategic insight to make a valuable contribution to the oversight of the organization. You are able to analyze complex healthcare issues, are committed to MHC’s social mission, and contribute to a Board of Trustees that operates independently, critically, and constructively.

The Supervisory Board and the Role of a Member

The MHC Supervisory Board is responsible for overseeing policy and the general affairs of the organization. In addition, the Board acts as the employer of the executive director and serves as a sounding board and advisor. Each member contributes to the functioning of the Supervisory Board as a collective oversight body based on their own expertise.

As a member with a healthcare background, you are specifically responsible for:

• Review of policies and strategies based on substantive expertisein the areas of mental health care, quality of care, and collaboration within the care continuum;
• Active participation in collective oversight, including preparing for and attending meetings and committee sessions;
• Establishing connections with the social context, particularly in the Caribbean Netherlands, and identifying trends or opportunities within the network;
• Collaborating with fellow supervisors and the director to reflect on policy, implementation, and future strategic decisions;
• Contribute to strengthening oversightduring this transitional phase, in which MHC is working to form a new Supervisory Board, professionalize governance, and reassess its strategic policy.

Who are we looking for?

For this position, we are looking for a supervisor with:

• Experience or subject-matter expertise in the field of mental health care, addiction treatment, or a related sector;
• Alignment with MHC’s mission and core values;
• A reflective, independent approach to supervision;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Knowledge of and engagement with the context of Bonaire and the Caribbean Netherlands;
• Preferably residing within the MHC service area (Bonaire, St. Eustatius, or Saba).

Experience as a supervisor is welcome, but not required. We also strongly encourage candidates who wish to apply their administrative experience to a supervisory role and further develop their skills in this area to apply.

Time commitment and compensation

The Supervisory Board typically meets aboutsix times a year. Given the current transition period, members are expected to dedicate additional time to their roles. Compensation is in accordance with the guidelines for supervisory positions in the healthcare and social services sector in the Caribbean Netherlands.

Interested?

MHC is being assisted in this process by the executive search firmColourful People. Interested parties may contactRené F. Burgler, Esq., senior partner at Colourful People, directly by email at r.burgler@colourfulpeople.nl or by phone or WhatsApp +31 6 28 57 54 36.

The tryouts at MHC will take place betweenJune 24 and 26.

More information about MHC: www.mentalhealthcaribbean.com