Manager Foundry Works - Vancouver, Canada - Providence Healthcare

Providence Healthcare
Providence Healthcare
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Vancouver, Canada

1 month ago

Sophia Lee

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Mandatory Vaccination Please Note:

As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for Providence Health Care must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Proof of vaccination status will be required.


Summary:
Are you passionate about empowering youth and creating opportunities for their success? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation and collaboration drive positive change? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you


At Foundry Central Office we believe in supporting youth in living their best life. This role will support youth on their journey to meaningful employment, education, and training. Our program utilizes the proven Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model to provide comprehensive services tailored to each individual's needs. We're dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of young people across the Province.


Your Role:
As the Manager of the Foundry Works Program, you'll be at the forefront of our mission, overseeing program management and operations at local Foundry sites


Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing leadership and oversight to ensure program activities align with goals and objectives.
  • Tracking program progress and ensuring deliverables meet deadlines and service requirements.
  • Supporting staff development through education, training, and resource navigation.
  • Collaborating with leadership to develop, implement, and review policies, procedures, and funding proposals.
  • Managing stakeholder relationships and helping centers build employer referral networks for youth employment opportunities.
  • Preparing progress reports and updates for funding agencies and Foundry Central leadership.
  • Experience in program management, preferably in youth services or employment initiatives.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • A proactive mindset with the ability to problemsolve and drive innovation.
  • Knowledge of the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model is a plus, but not required.

Qualifications / Skills and Education:
Education


Graduation from a recognized Degree program in a Health Care or Social Sciences field plus five (5) recent, relevant experience in program management preferably within a health care or community social services environment or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Recent experience in youth and young adult mental health in community and/or hospital settings. Valid BC Driver's License and access to personal vehicle for business related purposes.

Skills and Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of program management principles and methodologies.

Demonstrated knowledge of youth and young adult mental health and substance use


Demonstrated knowledge of youth and family development, risk and protective factors for health development, promotion, prevention and early intervention approaches.

Demonstrated ability to facilitate and promote collaboration and change management, and work both independently and within a team environment

Ability to utilize initiative, vision, independent thinking and creative problem-solving abilities to implement project plans and realize project completion.

Demonstrated ability to lead, teach and instruct others.

Effective communication skills to function within a complex interdisciplinary environment.

Effective facilitation, persuasion and negotiation skills to achieve consensus, resolve conflict and achieve desired outcomes.

Effective conflict resolution and conflict management skills.


Ability to work effectively under time pressure to meet deadlines, balance work priorities and resolve problems in a timely manner.

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.


Duties and Responsibilities:


Provides high-level oversight, monitoring and project management for a variety of Foundry Works initiatives at local Foundry centres across the Province.


Provides day-to-day operational support to Centre staff including onboarding of staff, provision of education and training to staff, coaching and mentoring staff, orientating of staff to available Foundry resources and information portals.

Addresses other Centre needs as required and communicates them to Foundry Central leadership.


Provides expertise to Centre staff in sourcing opportunities for youth employment and education, preparing youth for job searches, building referral networks, and supporting youth placement and retention.

Supports centre leaders in dealing with participant complaints, sensitive conversations, or issues regarding youth employment placements.

Working with Leader, assists with the development, implementation, and review of program policies, procedure and guidelines. Invites feedback from participants and staff and incorporates into program p
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