Manager (Ft) - Toronto, Canada - YWCA Toronto

YWCA Toronto

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Manager of YWCA Davenport (Contract).

Employment Type:
Full-Time, Contract.

Work Hours:35 hours per week.

Salary:
$76,680 to $89,807 annually (Level M10), plus comprehensive benefits.

Location: 348 Davenport Road, Toronto ON, M5R 1K6.

Contract Start Date:
March 15, 2023.

Contract End Date:
May 6, 2024.

Application Deadline:
Tuesday, January 17, 2023.

JOIN OUR TEAM:

This position has the management responsibility for the overall operation of a 73-bed crisis and emergency shelter for women and gender diverse people over the age of 16.

This includes the development, planning, marketing and implementation of the programs, in accordance with the Mission of YWCA Toronto and the needs of the participants.

In addition, this position is responsible for the indirect oversight of the shelter's food service program and concierge staff. This middle management position is responsible for contributing to the overall management of the Association.

ABOUT YWCA TORONTO - YWCA DAVENPORT:

YWCA Davenport provides up to 80 emergency shelter beds to young women and gender-diverse people years of age) and adult women and gender-diverse people (25 and older) and is staffed 24 hours a day.

This pet friendly shelter is funded by the City of Toronto and adheres to Toronto Shelter Standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares and monitors the budgets for the shelter in consultation with the Director of Shelters and Clinical Services and the Director of Finance and Information Technology.
Initiates and implements, in collaboration with the Director of Shelters and Clinical Services and the Director of Philanthropy, annual fundraising and marketing plans.
Ensures the hiring, training, supervision and regular evaluation of all program staff, students and volunteers in accordance with the Human Resources policies of the Association and in consultation with the Director of Shelters and Clinical Services.
Ensures the implementation of the Collective Agreement in consultation with the Director of Human Resources and the Director of Shelters and Clinical Services.
Develops in collaboration with the Director of Human Resources and the Director of Shelters and Clinical Services an annual Access & Equity plan for the programs.
Participates with the Director of Advocacy and Communications on initiatives to make systemic changes in services to women.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Advanced knowledge of concepts and theories of social work, group work and counselling normally acquired through the completion of a graduate degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling or other relevant discipline (Cases for Equivalency will be considered).
35 years directly related experience in a shelter environment (or equivalent) providing support to individuals living with experiences of homelessness, poverty, violence/trauma and concurrent diagnosis.
Management and supervisory experience required.
Ability to understand and interpret legislation that includes the Mental Health Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, as well as government policies related to shelter management and accepted group management theory.
Knowledge of financial and human resource management required.
Previous work in a diverse unionized environment is an asset.
Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
Conflict resolution, crisis intervention/prevention, counselling, and coaching skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills including problem solving, organizational, and time management skills.
A thorough knowledge of women's services and access and equity issues is required.

Note:

This is a 24-hour program that requires flexibility in work hours in order to supervise the team and respond to program needs.

Vaccination Policy:

In accordance with YWCA Toronto's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all YWCA Toronto employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccination series by October 30, 2021.

As a condition of hire, new staff will be required to submit proof of vaccination prior to their first day of work.

The YWCA will consider written requests for accommodation under the Human Rights Code on a case-by-case basis and will accommodate those individuals who are legally entitled to accommodation.

HOW TO APPLY:

YWCA Toronto is a Scent-Sensitive Workplace.

Posting Date:
January 6, 2023.

About YWCA Toronto:

YWCA Toronto is dedicated to improving the lives of women, girls and gender diverse people. We help women and girls flee violence, secure housing, find jobs, establish their voices, enhance skills and develop confidence.

We offer a range of housing options, employment and training programs, community support programs, girls' programs and family programs; we also engage in systemic advocacy.

As part of a national and international movement, the YWCA is a turning point in the lives of 25 million women and girls world wide.

We welcome women of all faiths, s