Supervisor, Supportive Housing Programs - Toronto, Canada - WoodGreen Community Services

WoodGreen Community Services

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Employment Type:

Part-time, Non-Bargaining Unit

Work Hours:

14 hours/week - Saturday and Sunday 10:00AM to 6:00 PM

**Work Setting: **Onsite, 800 Vaughan Road

Application Deadline:

November 17th 2023 by 11:59 pm

Program Overview - Supportive Housing, Community Care
The Supportive Housing Program provides housing for seniors who have been street involved, experiencing mental health and/or addictions issues.

The program provides onsite psychosocial, primary care supports and services including:

intensive case management; harm reduction and addiction supports; therapeutic and supportive counseling; 24-hour staffing; assistance with activities of daily living; nursing services; life skills development; social and recreational activities; volunteer opportunities; and follow up support.

What You Will Do

Support the Manager with implementing the operational responsibilities of programs, services, and initiatives associated with the Supportive Housing Program.
Provide daily oversight of program staff and support with orientation of staff.
Work directly with the program participants to ensure they are meeting program expectations.
Provide support to staff regarding program issues, team building, and crises incidents through individual meetings with staff and participation in team meetings.
Support the effective utilization, training, and support of volunteers and students throughout the various programming activities.
Support the Manager with the planning and implementation of staff development.
Support the promotion/awareness building of the programs and its services to the immediate and broader community.
Support in building and maintaining internal and external partnerships and collaborative activities.
Support in the development of and implements program initiatives, such as food access, peer involvement, and social and recreational and life skills programming.
Support staff with the development and execution of Coordinated Care Plans and Case Plans.
Support in the development of common strategies to address tenancy and building issues.
Support WoodGreen Housing and Building Services with property management.
Support the Housing Unit with tenancy issues, including pest control, hoarding, arrears, inspections, notices and work orders.
Support the Manager with the implementation of program/operational protocols.
Support the Manager with the implementation of organizational policies and procedures being carried out within all programs areas and services.
Support the Manager with the implementation of data tracking systems and reporting tools and completion of reports.
Prepare statistical and program reports for the Manager as requested.
Ensure that the equity objectives and community development policies of the organization are followed within the programs.
Participate in regular supervisory sessions with the Manager.
Engage in training and education to upgrade skills as directed.

What You Bring to the Team

Bachelor's degree in a related field.
3+ years of experience implementing programs and working with homeless/vulnerably housed older adults and seniors.
3+ years of experience supervising staff, preferably in a unionized environment.
Effective September 7, 2021, all newly hired employees will be required to provide proof that they have completed an approved course of vaccination against COVID19 at least 14 days prior to commencing employment or provide documentation to support an exemption based on grounds covered by the Ontario Human Rights Act (i.e. Medical exemption).

What Will Set You Apart

Knowledge of RTA and occupancy agreements, and property management.
Understanding of homelessness, poverty, mental health and substance use.
Ability to develop effective services for individuals and communities facing these challenges.
Exercise excellent judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity to changing situations/needs.
Ability to implement program initiatives and build partnerships, with an understanding of program development.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills,
Ability to challenge organizations, staff and tenant communities in a positive/creative way.
Knowledge of budgets and funding.
Knowledge of group facilitation and policy development skills.
Strong conflict resolution, negotiation, and crisis prevention/intervention skills.
Excellent multitasking, time management, writing, and editing skills.
Strong computer proficiency.

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