Home Supervisor- Regional Services- Brandon - New Directions

New Directions

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Brandon, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

HOME SUPERVISOR

Fulltime, Regular

REGIONAL SERVICES
- (Based in Brandon, MB)_

POSTING #MA-REG

New Directions is a non-profit social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that provide supports in a variety of settings and foster people's hopes and dreams in their communities.

We are currently seeking a full-time Home Supervisor to join the Shift Staffed Homes team. Shift Staffed Homes is one of the many service areas within New Directions that provide community homes for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Our community-based resources promote a sense of belonging and provide opportunities to the individuals we support to engage in a meaningful life. This is achieved by providing person-centered support in their home. Shift Staffed Homes operates 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Responsibilities include:

Fostering a positive relationship with the individuals living in the home and their family members
Leading and supervising a team of Direct Support Workers. This includes conducting new hire onboarding and training, scheduling, conducting staff meetings, and addressing concerns
Liaising with collateral supports such as schools, day services, social workers, and healthcare professionals
Providing direct support to individuals living in the home which include supporting people to be connected to their community, assisting with daily living activities
Overseeing the daytoday operations in a community home which include housekeeping duties, grocery shopping, tracking home maintenance and repairs
Financial duties which include balancing and accounting for monthly expenditures
Participating in the oncall rotation
Other assigned duties as needed

Position requirements:

Postsecondary education in a social services field (e.g., social work, psychology, disability, and community support etc.) with experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
Proven knowledge and ability in decisionmaking, problemsolving, crisis management and conflict resolution
Proven ability to provide effective leadership within a team environment with respect, professionalism, and cultural awareness
Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to work within the personcentered framework
Applicants are required to have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
Applicants are required to have current First Aid/CPR and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification

- _Knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) is considered an asset_

_ This posting closes for all applicants Friday, May 17, 2024, at 4:30pm_

Recruitment Coordinator
New Directions for Children, Youth, Adults & Families

437 Tupper Street N, Portage La Prairie, R1N 1X4

We thank all applicants for their interest in New Directions; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.