Manager of Children's Services and Early Years Programs

1 week ago

Brantford, Ontario, Canada Ontario Municipal Social Services Association Full time
Job Summary

The Ontario Municipal Social Services Association is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to fill the role of Manager of Children's Services and Early Years Programs. This position will provide strategic leadership and administration to a multi-disciplinary team responsible for the coordination of a broad range of activities and services related to the planning, development, management, integration, and capacity building of the Licensed Child Care and Early Years System in the City of Brantford and the County of Brant.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide strategic leadership and administration to a multi-disciplinary team
  • Coordinate the planning, development, management, integration, and capacity building of the Licensed Child Care and Early Years System
  • Lead the direct delivery of a Child Care Fee Subsidy program and the Healthy Kids Community Challenge
  • Liaise and plan with broader community partners, including Parents, School Boards, Public Health, Community Colleges, the Ministry of Education, and the Ontario Municipal Social Service Association
  • Develop and maintain a local Child Care and Early Years Service Plan that identifies and speaks to community needs
  • Collaborate with Corporate and Community Programs and Social Development divisional colleagues to identify, explore, and recommend potential opportunities for integration activities
Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Social Sciences, Health, or Public Administration or a related discipline pertinent to job functions
  • Minimum of five (5) years experience in the Municipal / Provincial / public sector in progressively responsible positions in the areas of social services administration/community development and project management in human services or other related areas
  • Experience in leading and implementing change and demonstrated competencies in community development in collaborative multidisciplinary arenas
  • Knowledge of, and demonstrated ability in, customer service, excellent verbal and strong written communication skills, team work, initiative/self-management, accountability, and flexibility and adaptability
  • Experience in the supervision of staff and the administration of employment policies and collective agreements
  • Experience and demonstrated competency in systems planning and forecasting, contract management and financial accountability as well as developing and assessing measurable outcomes and oversight
  • Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators would be considered an asset
  • Highly developed analytical, organizational, problem solving and business planning skills to interpret and apply relevant legislation, policy and procedures
  • Highly effective leadership, facilitation, communication, presentation, interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to manage competing demands
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a multi-disciplinary team in a results-oriented environment
  • Current and detailed understanding of the policy environment and government operations
  • Solid working knowledge of current research and best practices relating to child development, continuous quality improvement approaches and high quality standards for early learning and child care environments
  • Knowledge of management theory, organizational behaviour, and program effectiveness
  • Computer proficiency in Word, Excel, Internet, and Database applications
  • A working knowledge of the Ontario Child Care Management System (OCCMS) would be considered an asset
  • A high-level understanding of the purpose/function of other Community Services and Social Development divisions as well as other relevant City services
  • Proven ability to contribute meaningfully to the strategic and business planning processes and direction of the organization
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, facilitation skills, and presentation skills
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels
  • Sound knowledge of Community Programs and Social Development programs, related municipal policies and procedures, by-laws and relevant legislation
  • Must possess a valid Class G Driver's License
  • Criminal reference check with vulnerable sector clearance
  • IMS 200 Certification or equivalent (ICS200) is considered an asset
Compensation

$57.87 to $72.34 per hour plus benefits

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