Program Manager - Campbell River, Canada - Pacific Coast Community Resources

Pacific Coast Community Resources

Verified Company

Campbell River, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

PROGRAM MANAGER

At Pacific Coast Children's Resources, we have provided personalized services to children and youth living with diverse abilities since 2010.

Today we offer our services throughout many communities in the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, the Okanagan, and the Kootenays.

We offer a wide range of dynamic and comprehensive programs and are committed to:

The values and principles of inclusive community living
Providing personcentred services that respect the person's choice and dignity
Ensuring cultural diversity and lifestyle choices are recognized and incorporated when developing supports
Empowering people with disabilities to live the life they envision

About the Role

As our Program Manager, you will use your expertise to make a significant contribution to the children, youth, caregivers, and communities we serve.

Through a family-centred approach, you will provide support in a safe home environment to children and youth who may have experienced complex trauma and present complex behaviours, as well as people with diverse abilities receiving services through the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD.) Your natural ability to care for others, working both independently and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team, will allow you to influence your team's success.

You will

Monitor program delivery, planning, and organizational leadership
Act as a community liaison with MCFD and coordinate special projects as assigned
Report to the Regional Manager and Directors
Demonstrate ability to manage and supervise multi/interdisciplinary teams using strong interpersonal, communication, organizational and conflict resolution skills
Manage multiple projects with a high level of confidentiality, diplomacy and professionalism
Use sound judgment and be able to perform well under pressure to meet strict deadlines
Conceptualize new programs and services and experience in planning, organizing, directing, and implementing communitybased activities and programs in a collaborative manner
Provide services in a manner that supports and reflects positive cultural practices
Use highly developed communication skills, both oral and written
Recruit, provide orientation to, schedule and evaluate personnel
Provide direction, guidance and support for team members to manage conflict openly and constructively
Schedule and attend staff meetings and attend and participate in other meetings as required
Maintain an attitude of caring, respect and optimism for families, representatives and community members
Ensure the home is maintained in a neat and clean state at all times

What you bring

A degree in one of the humanities, social sciences or related field with educational preparation for the role of manager/administrator
Minimum 5 years experience in a health management role required

*other combinations of education and experience may be considered*- Knowledge of and or experience working within a unionized environment

Knowledge of Child Care Licensing Regulations an asset
Knowledge of MCFD, Aboriginal Operational Practice Standards and Indicators
Knowledge and appreciation of Indigenous cultural practices and traditions and how culture impacts the development of individuals and communities
Knowledge of provincial, federal, and Indigenous organizations mandated to provide child & family services
Standard First Aid with CPR certificate
Possess a satisfactory physician's assessment of fitness to work
All current vaccinations, including COVID19 vaccination as mandated by the PHO
Satisfactory criminal record and MCFD HUB clearance
Have a valid driver's license, access to a safe and reliable vehicle and the ability to travel

Why you'll love it here

Pacific Coast Children's Resources offers work you can feel fulfilled by through quality programs and services to people who live with disabilities that promote independence, self-growth, and community integration.

Since its inception in 2010, Pacific Coast Children's Resources has steadily expanded, creating dynamic environments to work and learn.

We encourage you to partner with us in fostering healthy, energetic lives by showcasing your passion for care, connecting to the communities we serve and collaborating in our culture of teamwork that makes Pacific Coast Children's Resources a great place to work.

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