Program Manager

4 months ago


Vancouver, Canada The Bridge Youth & Family Services Full time

**About Us**

**Relocation to Kelowna, BC is required for this role**

The Bridge Youth & Family Services is an Okanagan-based non-profit agency that utilizes evidence-based and client-centered care to provide the best service for our program participants and community. We provide safe, welcoming, and accessible spaces for individuals and families. With more than 50 years of experience, we are consistently expanding our programs and services along with looking for individuals to join our dedicated team and help us continue our impact of transforming lives and building community.

At The Bridge you will have opportunities for success with a focus on personal development and the flexibility to learn and grow. We value our employees and showcase our commitment by offering competitive compensation packages and ongoing training & career development opportunities. Come live, work and play here in the Okanagan where adventure and nature are at your fingertips.

**About the Role**

The Program Manager will have the responsibility to lead the Withdrawal Management Services Program (2 locations) for adults over the age of 19 who require supervised withdrawal management support for their alcohol and/or substance use dependence.

The incumbent will insure that policy, procedures, protocols, programs/curriculum, and standards of care reflect best practices and are consistent with safe and effective care delivery principles. They will provide leadership and clinical supervision to a diverse staff team that includes Licensed Practical Nurses, Withdrawal Management Workers, and Recovery Care Workers across 2 program locations. The manager will also serve as the licensed site(s) manager, and ensure compliance with the Community Care and Assisted Living Act.

The incumbent ensures that the day-to-day operations of the service are delivered in accordance with The Bridge's philosophy, policies and procedures, and holds the safety and well-being of the people in care as their priority concern. This position provides ongoing clinical & program supervision, performance coaching and evaluation of all program employees, and, as a member of the agency Leadership Team, participates in a variety of agency initiatives and community and agency committees.

**Position**: Full Time 40 hours/week. Rotating on-call after-hours coverage for Recovery & Addiction program sites and LPN support.

**Compensation**: $96,012.80 - $111841.60 per year

**Indirect Compensation**
- Extended Health and Dental benefits after the 3 month probationary period
- 9.31% Pension matching after the 3 month probationary period
- Min. 3 weeks vacation pay which increases with length of service
- Additional five (5) days of paid leave per year as compensation for Recovery & Addictions rotational on-call responsibilities
- 1 paid wellness day per year
- Paid sick time which increases with length of service.
- Professional development & education reimbursement opportunities

**Qualifications**
- Education_
- Master's degree in a relevant field of study (preferred)
- Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with active BC Registration (preferred)
- Experience_
- 5+ years of management/leadership/supervisory experience
- 5+ years of experience working in the addictions/substance use treatment field
- Training and experience providing evidence-based responses to alcohol use disorder, substance use disorder and concurrent disorder.
- Experience working within or leading facility-based/residential services
- Other requirements_
- Ability to provide proof of COVID19 Vaccination or letter of exemption
- Ability to provide Criminal Record Check in accordance with agency policy
- Clean, valid BC driver's license and use of reliable vehicle
- The Bridge is an equal opportunity employer_

**Salary**: $96,012.80-$111,841.60 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Do you have a valid RN/RPN designation?
- How many years of experience do you have working in the addictions/substance use treatment field?
- How many years of management/leadership/supervisory experience do you have?

**Education**:

- Master's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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