Regional Manager, Supportive Living and Community - Halton, Canada - Central West Specialized Developmental Services

Central West Specialized Developmental Services

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Halton, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Full time

Hours:
_Monday to Friday, 40 hours / week, on-call_

Salary:
_$77,121 - $84,971 per year_

Reporting to the VP Supportive Living and Community Supports, the
Regional Manager, Supportive Living and Community Supports is responsible for effective leadership of managers in supportive living and community linked programs to meet CWSDS strategic plan, Vision, Purpose and Values.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensures high quality services are available on a continuous and consistent basis with a focus on enhancing the quality of life for the people supported by CWSDS
Seeks opportunities to build relationships that foster inclusion and increases activities and opportunities for people supported that are receiving service in the community
Participates as a member of the Strategic Leadership Team, providing input and recommendations as appropriate
Implements and ensures adherence to operational polices and procedures that drive excellence in specialized services. Provides input to the development and modification of polices and procedures to enhance the quality of support and service to the people we support
Identifies and develops service approaches and programs that are most appropriate for the people supported by CWSDS. Ensures behaviour support plans and personal support plans are implemented and followed appropriately
Oversees and is accountable for annual budgets in respect to staffing and operating costs for assigned programs
Provides supervision and leadership to Supportive Living/Community Managers to: ensure staff are hired, trained and retained; provide feedback and measurement of success; ensure goals and mandates of the organization are communicated and understood and adherence to policies, procedures and collective agreements
Fosters strong relationships with teams, peers, families and community partners
In consultation with Human Resources, works to mediate employee and labour relations issues and provide sound advice to the respective managers in handling conflict and/or grievances in accordance with the collective agreement; participates in workplace investigations, grievance meetings, arbitration hearings and negotiations as required
Actively participates and ensures compliance with all quality related audits and initiatives, i.e. MCCSS compliance and licensing audits, Accreditation and RNAO
Oversees that all data is collected and recorded in appropriate databases
Champions diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility initiatives
Assumes Administrator oncall role on a rotating basis
Prepares documents, conducts analysis and generates reports

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in social sciences, health, or related field. Master's degree considered an asset
7 plus years progressive experience in a social services environment, with 3 or more years at a management level in a unionized environment; clinical experience an asset
Strong empathy for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Thorough knowledge of government policy, direction, legislation and standards
Ability to think strategically, use sound judgment and establish priorities
Demonstrated effective managerial and leadership skills with strong conflict resolution skills
Experience managing budgets
Knowledge of the collective bargaining process
Exemplary communicator and collaborator with a diverse range of stakeholders
Highly developed interpersonal and organization skills
Ability to lead change initiatives and foster a positive employee environment
Strong relationshipbuilding skills to foster positive working relationships with various stakeholders
Must have a valid drivers' license and vehicle
An ability to work flexible hours, including evening and weekend work as required
A valid Class "G" Driver's License and use of vehicle to make community visits
Providing proof of vaccination for COVID19 and maintaining vaccination status as necessary from time to time during employment

LOCATION:
Halton Region. Some travel required to assigned locations.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Central West Specialized Developmental Services will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation._
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act._
We thank all applicants for your interest in our organization but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted._