Assistant Program Supervisor - Edmonton, Canada - AdaptAbilities

AdaptAbilities

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

AdaptAbilities is registered charity that provides an essential service to individuals with diverse abilities and their families. Our unique programs promote positive self care and wellbeing, empowering individuals to grow, succeed and belong. We are looking for dedicate professionals who share this vision to join our team. This is an opportunity to make a difference, supporting individuals to be a part of their community.

Assistant Program Supervisor

Purpose
The Assistant Program Supervisor (APS) reports to the Program Manager (PM).

As an APS you will provide leadership and support to Team Leads (TL) and other frontline employees in the day-to-day operations, including on-site mentoring and administrative support.

By providing essential mentorship, the APS acts with integrity, is open to growth, lives our purpose, cultivates teamwork, and puts forth an extraordinary effort to empower people with diverse abilities and their families to grow, succeed, and belong.

Key Functions

Provide administrative and program support as directed by the PS
Oversee achievement of program outcomes, risk management and respite guidelines
Foster genuine relationships promoting dignity, personal interests, and identities
Empower people with diverse abilities to create meaningful days and achieve their goals
Communicate effectively with team members, individuals, and families
Maintain timely, accurate documents in accordance with AdaptAbilities' policies and procedures

Qualifications:

Minimum education requirement of High School Diploma with a minimum of 68 years of related experience; a diploma or certificate in Disability Services, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field with 35 years of related experience; or a University Degree in Disability Services, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field with 23 years of related experience.
Minimum 2 year of supervisory experience working with individuals with complex behaviors
Alignment with AdaptAbilities' core purpose and core values
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to remain calm in emotionally challenging situations and effectively use empathy
Strong organizational skills and problemsolving abilities
Flexible, comfortable working independently and collaborating as part of a team
Clean class 5 driver's license and vehicle is required
Clear Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check
Standard First Aid Certification CPR Level C and AED is required
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol are an asset
Perform other jobrelated activities as required

Working Conditions
This is a temporary full-time position from May 29, 2023 to September 1, 2023. Shifts are scheduled between 7:30 am - 6:00 pm from Monday to Friday.

This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Grant from the Government of Canada, which requires that the employee must be between 15 and 30 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada.

International students are not eligible.

Compensation:
$27.02 to $28.61 per hour depending on experience and education

Application Deadline:
February 28, 2023