iRise Program Supervisor

STRATEGIC
ENGAGING
COLLABORATIVE
INNOVATIVE
PASSIONATE

Overview
A growing, community-based organization that provides support for youth in the Region of Peel. A leading organization recognized for its commitment to providing youth with the resources and services to help them achieve independence and growth.
EDI-B VALUES
The success of an organization stems from a team that is aligned with its mission and vision, where decisions are made in the best interests of the clients they serve and the marginalized and vulnerable populations across our communities. Through this effort, all team members embrace their role in the organization with respect and dignity for all stakeholders. Through these partnerships, everyone is focused on ensuring a commitment and responsibility toward anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, diversity, inclusivity, and belonging.
MISSION
Our client is looking for a highly motivated Program Supervisor to work with the manager of Community Outreach to coordinate and lead the iRise Community Collaborative. In partnership, the collaborative will provide a continuum of care for youth who are involved in, or at risk of, involvement with guns, gangs, and/or violence. The iRise Program Supervisor will lead, develop, and provide prevention, and intervention strategies, programming and a continuum of care; for youth within educational settings and the community. The Program Supervisor will also support programming, care coordination, the peer-led leadership, and safe/brave spaces.
The iRise Program consists of powerful workshops that equip youth with the tools, knowledge, and resources to navigate peer pressure, gangs, violence, as well as unhealthy and potentially dangerous relationships. The program is to help youth be empowered to make informed choices and understand the potential impact of their choices.
PRIORITIES
Program Supervision & Administration
Develop community-based prevention and intervention strategies and initiatives to tackle gun and gang activities.
Facilitate, contribute, and manage regular program meetings while focusing on deliverables, quality, and continuous improvement
Document and analyze the program progress and development to assure adherence and evaluate performance
Manage the budget for the program, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively
Create a plan to sustain successful prevention and intervention activities beyond funding completion
Compile statistical information and prepare monthly reports
Assist with recruiting and hiring and performance management of new employees, volunteers, and students focused on talent that will always act in the best interests of the youth in support
Support as a part of the on-call rotation

Community Involvement
Collaborate with community partners and agencies to support the delivery of the prevention and intervention workshops within the community and educational settings
Increase community awareness and the knowledge of the nature, scope, and challenges in Peel to tackle gun and gang activities.
Act as a role model in promoting a healthy and safe environment, while maintaining processes, procedures and policies for all safety requirements and emergency procedures
Coordinate care, services and resources for youth to support continuum of care
Assess appropriate referrals to other professional services or seek management intervention and direction
All other duties as required in the successful supervision of program operations while partnering with all stakeholders in support of organizational success

Requirements
TALENTS & EXPERTISE
Degree in Social Services or in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Knowledge of Housing First for youth, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction practices
Experience working in or demonstrated knowledge of gender-based violence, family or gun violence and bullying
Strong organizational, time management and planning skills
Excellent writing and documentation skills
Ability to work rotating shifts including some weekends and holidays
A valid Ontario's full G Driver's Licence is required, with a clean driver's abstract. If applicable, a $2,000,000 minimum liability car insurance coverage is required
Valid CPI/UMAB and First Aid/CPR certifications
Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check
Must be flexible to travel across Peel Region as needed
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to applicable legislation