Program Coordinator - Day Program

Position Description :

We are seeking leadership professionals to join our agency. Our Leadership team oversees multiple program areas ranging from community-based services to residential care. Our Program Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the daily coordination of services by providing supervision, leadership and direction to the assigned site and a number of employees. Our leaders guide teams to support individuals to live successfully in their homes and participate within their community. This position is responsible for ensuring that the individuals’ physical, emotional, social, vocational and health needs are met. In addition, our leaders partake in regional committees and local community initiatives, such as Community Living Month events. These events include the One Day Together Festival and I Walk for Diversity. This is an opportunity to develop your leadership social service skills and build community capacity.

Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary school certificate, diploma or degree in Social Work, or another discipline such as Psychology or Sociology is required. A combination of education and experience in the Social Work may be considered.
• Current First Aid Certification
• TB Test
• BC Criminal Records Review Program Clearance
• Valid Class 4 Driver’s Licence preferred
• Use of personal vehicle required (business insurance with $3 million liability coverage)
• Proficient in MS office products, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Minimum 2 years in residential services
• Experience in a management or supervisory role
• Experience in an unionized setting considered an asset

Skills:

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Skilled and familiar with Positive Intervention Strategies and redirection techniques, NVCI or SIVA
• Excellent stress management and interpersonal communication skills - Commitment to the Agency’s Essence of Life philosophy
• Three-year experience working with people who have physical and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Direct service delivery experience in the community social services sector with a demonstrated working knowledge of community-based services, and related provincial and community support resources is preferred

Abilities:

• Proven ability to set priorities, manage multiple responsibilities, meet timelines and work independently
• Ability to build and maintain a strong team of individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to manage high behavioral environments with potential outbursts of those we support whilst working under pressure
• Ability to lead a team through difficult situations and maintain team spirit
• Ability to build strong connections with families and employees
• Ability to interact effectively and with individuals living with diverse abilities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to participate in a rotating on-call schedule

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your cover letter and resume via Indeed. Only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. An eligibility list may be created. Thank you for your interest in Integra Support Services and we look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types : Part-time, Permanent Part-time hours: 35 per week

Salary : $28.50-$30.00 per hour

Benefits :

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations: Education :

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience :

• Service Area Experience (i.e., Social Services): 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• BC Criminal Records Review Program Clearance (preferred)
• Class 5 Driver’s Licence (preferred)
• First Aid Certification (preferred)