Assistant Program Supervisor

AdaptAbilities is registered charity that provides an essential service to individuals with special needs and their families. Our unique programs promote positive self care and wellbeing, empowering individuals to grow, succeed and belong. We are looking for dedicate professionals who share this vision to join our team. This is an opportunity to make a difference, supporting individuals to be a part of their community.

Assistant Program Supervisor

Purpose

The Assistant Program Supervisor (APS) reports to the Program Manager (PM). As an APS you will provide leadership and support to Team Leads (TL) and other frontline employees in the day-to-day operations, including on-site mentoring and administrative support. By providing essential mentorship, the APS acts with integrity, is open to growth, lives our purpose, cultivates teamwork, and puts forth an extraordinary effort to empower people with special needs and their families to grow, succeed, and belong. As an APS you will provide leadership and support to Team Leads (TL) and other frontline employees in the day-to-day operations, including on-site mentoring and administrative support. By providing essential mentorship, the APS acts with integrity, is open to growth, lives our purpose, cultivates teamwork, and puts forth an extraordinary effort to empower people with special needs and their families to grow, succeed, and belong.

Key Functions
- Provide administrative and program support as directed by the PS
- Oversee achievement of program outcomes, risk management and respite guidelines
- Foster genuine relationships promoting dignity, personal interests, and identities
- Empower people with special needs to create meaningful days and achieve their goals
- Communicate effectively with team members, individuals, and families
- Maintain timely, accurate documents in accordance with AdaptAbilities’ policies and procedures

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum education requirement of High School Diploma with a minimum of 6-8 years of related experience; a diploma or certificate in Disability Services, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field with 3-5 years of related experience; or a University Degree in Disability Services, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field with 2-3 years of related experience.
- Minimum 2 year of supervisory experience working with individuals with complex behaviors
- Alignment with AdaptAbilities’ core purpose and core values
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to remain calm in emotionally challenging situations and effectively use empathy
- Strong organizational skills and problem-solving abilities
- Flexible, comfortable working independently and collaborating as part of a team
- Clean class 5 driver’s license and vehicle is required
- Clear Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check
- Standard First Aid Certification CPR Level C and AED is required
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Abuse Prevention and Response Protocolare an asset

This is a full-time permanent position based out of the Head Office location. Scheduled hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm.

**Working Conditions**: This is a full-time permanent position based out of the Head Office location, reporting to the Program Manager. Scheduled hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm.

**What We Offer**: AdaptAbilities is continually working to be an employer of choice. We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive health/dental benefit plan, paid wellness days, a health spending account, RRSP/TFSA matching, support for professional development, policies and programs that support a balanced lifestyle including access to corporate discount with the City of Edmonton for Activities, Parks and Recreation.

**Compensation Package**: $56,260.00