Program Coordinator

**ABOUT US**

Turning Leaf is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides person-centered, crisis and treatment services to low and high-risk vulnerable and marginalized individuals living with mental illness and intellectual challenge in our community. Turning Leaf’s support is customized to every individual’s needs and risk level. We offer crisis-intervention and treatment services, community support, day program services, residential support (including emergency housing, 24-hour homes, cluster housing, and home share), a harm reduction program, clinical services, indigenous services and more.

**WHO WE SUPPORT**

The participants of our programs are often deeply impacted by their circumstances which can become barriers to living safely and independently in the community. Trauma, homelessness, poverty, addictions, discrimination, sexual exploitation, societal stigmas, and lack of access to resources are some of the barriers our participants face every day.

**MAKE AN IMPACT**

Being a part of the Turning Leaf team means you will have the opportunity to make a direct and positive impact on people’s lives every day. The work is challenging in all the best ways and deeply rewarding. Many of our employees say they have found their life’s purpose while working here.

Turning Leaf provides ongoing, meaningful training to ensure we remain an industry leader and that our employees have the skills and confidence to be successful in their careers. We are an organization that pledges to uphold a workplace culture of inclusion, diversity, compassion, and respect.
- **New Hire Incentive Program: Full/Part-Time new hires will receive a $200 bonus after six months of employment.**_

**JOB SUMMARY**

Turning Leaf (Inc.) Community Support Service are designed to provide person-centered supports to individuals living with intellectual challenges or mental illness. The Program Coordinator (Saskatchewan) will work closely with the Director/ COO of IHS and CBT to aid in the oversight of both programs for all regions in Saskatchewan. The Program Coordinator will perform a variety of administrative and supervisory tasks, while providing support to the leadership and direct support teams.

The Position is responsible for ensuring that services in this region are aligned with the overall Agency Mission and Values and are in alignment with the services delivered in all locations (for consistency) except where required by Legislation. The Program Coordinator will be responsible for the oversight of quality assurance of participant service, there will be no involvement in the day-to-day operations of the files. The Program Coordinator (Saskatchewan) will liaise with multiple governing bodies and be responsible for relationship building and networking within the province. Maintaining a close connection to counterparts in other Turning Leaf branches (Manitoba) will be a priority, as well as navigating services in multiple branches within Saskatchewan.

**ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS**
- Updated cover letter and resume.
- Criminal Record check with Vulnerable Sector Check (within 3 months).
- Available 40 hours p/week (Full Time).
- Minimum 5 years of Case Manager experience.
- Minimum 5 years leadership experience in a managerial role overseeing a staff team.
- Bachelor's degree or college diploma in Human Services or Business Administration.
- Management of inpatients and outpatients care is considered an asset.
- Knowledge and experience with complex medical and mental health needs.
- Knowledge of servant leadership concepts.
- A valid Saskatchewan (Canadian) driver's license, a current driver's abstract, and an appropriate current vehicle registration are required for regional travel (Regina, Moose Jaw).
- CLSD and Comprehensive Personal Planning and Support Policy (CPP&SP) training is an asset.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Mandt training is an asset.
- Experience in the development of behavioral plans, risk management (organizational and participant related) and the person-centered approach.
- Dedication to continuous profession/skill development.
- Experience effectively navigating through potentially high-risk situations through verbal de
- escalation techniques, and the ability to stay calm in potentially high stress situations.
- Three employment references.

**QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS**

Turning Leaf’s Program Coordinator must possess the capacity to be aware of and control one’s emotions. Moreover, the Program Coordinator must be able to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously, empathetically, and professionally while executing their responsibilities and providing Turning Leaf’s person-centered supports. Additional required attributes include:

- Demonstrates compassion and empathy for others.
- Strong attention to detail and organization.
- Demonstrates willingness to explore and identify new concepts and approaches.
- Ability to resolve challenges collaboratively wit