Home Supervisor - YOUTH SUPPORTED INDEPENDENT LIVING
Job No:
JNYSIL010725
Location:
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
New Directions is a social service agency offering a wide range of resources and services that foster the hopes and dreams of people and their communities.
Child Home Services (CHS) offers a range of models of home supports (i.e., family supports, care provider home, group care homes, individualized homes, independent living, mentored living) to children, youth, and families who are dealing with challenges related to the experience of trauma and/or living with a disability. Our community-based resources are designed to support connection with family and community, a sense of belonging, development of skills, and provide opportunities to engage in a meaningful life.
We are currently seeking a Home Supervisor for a specialized home that is designed to assist children and youth to develop life skills, social skills and/or access community resources. Individual care and guidance is provided to align with the needs of the child/youth to assist with mental health issues, behavioral challenges, or addictions. We provide stabilization through predictable structures, clear expectations and positive behavior support. Supports are provided 24 hours, 7 days a week, in fast-paced shift staffed homes operated by New Directions.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Case management,
- Counselling and developing treatment plans,
- Supervising and evaluating staff,
- Supporting the youth living in the home,
- Orienting, training and scheduling staff,
- Tracking home maintenance and repairs,
- Budgeting, balancing and accounting for monthly expenditures and administrative duties,
- Liaising with schools, neighbours, and social workers, and
- Working shifts, including cooking and light housekeeping duties during applicable shifts, and participating in the on-call rotation
Qualifications and requirements for this role:
- Applicants must have post-secondary education in a related field of study (ex. psychology, social work, Child & Youth Care) with experience working with children in care and knowledge of licensing regulations for youth residential settings
- Minimum of three (3) years' experience working with Level 4/5 children and youth
- Minimum two (2) years of supervisory experience in a community-living setting
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Ability and commitment to work with high needs children and youth.
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to transfer knowledge and awareness into behaviors and expectations recognized as appropriate by members of identified cultures and by people with lived experience
- Knowledge of behavioral management
- Demonstrated understanding of trauma-informed strategies
- Experience with harm reduction approaches is considered an asset
- Valid driver’s license with access to a safe, reliable vehicle for work purposes
- Fluent in Microsoft Office Suite of applications including Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Current First Aid/CPR
- Understanding of person-centered approach
- Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) is considered an asset
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training is considered an asset
The salary range for this 2-year Term, 80-hour bi-weekly position is $22.07 to $28.69 per hour, dependent upon education and/or experience. This position is eligible for a full benefits package which includes Health and Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability Benefits, and a Pension Plan.
The successful candidate will be subject to Criminal Record, Child/Adult Abuse Registry, and Prior Contact checks; and must supply a current driver’s safety rating.
The closing date for all applications is July7, 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.