Adult Day Program Manager

Dear applicant, This manger role on the Adults in Motion team is a really a very special position. It's in an organization that is unique, inspiring and transparent. This position is a role that allows for a great deal of independence and creativity but while also being incredibly supported by a team and valued for the work that you do. It's a role where you can make change, be heard and create a real impact in the lives of others. It's not lip service, it's really a place where all these things happen. As you can imagine, a role this special requires a really special person with unique experience, qualities and skills. Before you apply, please read about us. Please reflect if you think this role (as described below) is for you. Please send us your resume and a letter to tell us why you think you should be our next manager team mate. We are excited to meet you and look forward to hearing from you. Yours, Adults in Motion **About us** Adults In Motion provides in -person day programs, workshops, support, services and access to virtual programming for people with disabilities and their families across southern Ontario and beyond. In-person services and programs are located in Kitchener, Cambridge, Oakville and Hamilton. Adults in Motion is a not-for-profit organization and established in 2009, We have an exciting position open on our Management Team in Kitchener, as the 'Manager of Programs & Services ". The position is Monday-Friday 8am-4pm with some flexibility required based on program needs. To tell you more about this position, we thought, who best to ask but our own Management Team. Below they've described for you their own job responsibilities, skills and employment rewards, so you're hearing it right from the team If the following job description excites you then 'Kitchener Manager of Programs & Services' might be your dream job or a stepping stone to your career goals If it is, then WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU *Please remember to submit a cover letter when applying.* - **IMPORTANT: THIS POSITION REQUIRES A HIGH LEVEL OF COMPUTER PROFICIENCY AND INSTINCT. THE CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS EXCEPTIONAL INTERPERSONAL SKILLS, TEAM MANAGEMENT AND BE STRONG AT MULTI-TASKING.**_ **A. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES** - Supporting Direct Support Professional team - Supporting participants, managing families and making community connections **B. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS**: - Must have a full G licence, clean drivers abstract, 2 million vehicle liability and willingness to drive - Vulnerable Sectors Police Cheque will be required - Experience in the care and development of people with developmental and physical disabilities, including human, cognitive, and social development and family dynamics - Tech skills - Professional, critical thinking, multitasking - Problem solving & creativity - Behaviour management - Communication, crisis management, conflict resolution - Organization and confidence - Strong written and verbal communication **C. REWARDING ASPECTS OF THE MANAGER POSITION**: - The ability to be flexible, autonomy, independence - Creative problem solving freedom and helping the team grow - Administrative work and computer desk time - Being a bigger part of the AIM family/ able to influence or implement ideas - Connecting families and participants to the services they need - Creating opportunities for true, meaningful inclusion in the community - Working as part of an amazing team - Career development, training and support - Getting to know those we serve: participants, school board, volunteer placements - Variety of responsibilities, growing company that responds to needs with change and flexibility - Full benefits, Wellness Program, career advancement opportunities **Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $26.00-$29.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week **Benefits**: - Dental care - Extended health care - Life insurance - On-site parking - Paid time off - Vision care - Wellness program Schedule: - 8 hour shift - Monday to Friday Application question(s): **Experience**: - supporting individual with disabilities/vulnerabilities: 2 years (required) - manager or supervisor: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: - G licence + 2 mil liability (willing to obtain) and vehicle (preferred) Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2025-01-17 Expected start date: 2025-02-10