Coordinator - YOUTH SUPPORTED INDEPENDENT LIVING
Job No:
JAYSIL00825
Location:
Winnipeg
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. The organization’s mission is to provide responsive and individualized services that foster the hopes and dreams of people and their communities. Throughout the organization, staff and leadership work in many fields and in variety of shifts to deliver quality service and supports.
The Youth Supported Independent Living Program, offers supports for youth who have develop more basic skills to live independently with supports and are interested in starting to live more independently as they continue working towards their adult life goals (i.e., work, education, relationships, self-care, life in community, etc.), and solidify their independent living skills (i.e., fully manage their budget, keep up with work and education responsibilities independently, use community resources, take care of their mental and physical health, connect with significant others and community meaningfully).
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited: to conducting initial assessment of referrals; community outreach and case management; leadership in the development of person centered plans; preparing proposals; managing and overseeing budget of assigned homes; overseeing licensing reviews; participation in staff meetings, hiring processes, and the on-call rotation to provide after-hours support; supporting and making strong connections with the children and youth living in the homes; orienting, training and scheduling staff; tracking home maintenance and repairs; budgeting, balancing and accounting for monthly expenditures and administrative duties. Responsibilities also include liaising with schools, neighbors, and social workers.
Key competencies sought for this position are:
- Advocating with and for Others
- Creative Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Developing Others
- Holding People Accountable
- Managing Change
- Relationship/Network Building
- Resource Management
The successful applicant will have:
- Post-secondary education in a social services field (e.g. social work, psychology or related field) with experience in clinical settings working with high needs children and youth
- Supervisory experience
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience working with Level 4/5 children and youth
- Knowledge of licensing regulations for children’s residential settings
- Proven knowledge and ability in decision-making, problem-solving, crisis management and conflict resolution.
- Ability and strong commitment to working with high needs children and youth (ie. genuinely cares about children and has a strong commitment to ensuring their well-being and development).
- Proven ability to provide effective leadership within a team environment with respect, professionalism, and cultural awareness.
- Candidates should be knowledgeable and respectful of, Indigenous culture and traditions.
- Strong understanding of financial management and comfort in the regular use of Microsoft Office products.
- Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent and creative problem solving skills.
- 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.
The salary range for this 70-hour bi-weekly, 18-month term position is $33.90 to $42.71 per hour dependent upon education and/or experience. A full benefits package (which includes Health and Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability Benefits, and a Pension Plan) is provided for this two-year term position.
The successful candidate will be subject to Criminal Record and Adult/Child Abuse Registry Checks; and must supply a current driver’s abstract.
The closing date for all applications is January 17th, 2025 at 4:30pm
We thank all applicants for their interest in New Directions, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Unfortunately, we cannot accept telephone inquiries.
New Directions is committed to equity and diversity and especially welcomes applications from persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and newcomers to Canada. We strive for a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we support and contributes to the diversification of ideas.
Accommodations for accessibility purposes are available for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.