Program Manager

ROLE PURPOSE
The Program Manager will apply leadership and innovation as the life force that sustains and enhances our programs. This position will make a difference by meeting the needs of our clients, funders, and regulators. The manager inspires excellence and purpose into the program by planning, organizing, staffing, and monitoring activities that ensure key targets are achieved.
 
HOURS (40 HOURS PER WEEK)
Monday to Friday,
This position requires the ability to work flexible hours based on operational needs.
 
WHAT WE OFFER?

Committed Living Wage Employer
2022 & 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice Aware from NEOC
2023 High-Performance Culture Award from SupportingLines
Competitive benefits package, including health, wellness, and pension plan
Career and personal development, with the ability to grow in a diverse range of programs and departments
Access to a range of staff mental health supports, including an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program, and Critical Incidents Stress Management
Access to On-Demand Pay to withdraw earned wages before payday
Connective is part of a portability program where employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective will port their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within last 12 months)

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Administration

Implements and promulgates all policies and procedures, including developing appropriate manuals, brochures and handbooks
Hires, supervises, evaluates, transfers and terminates staff and/or contractors as necessary to fulfill the program goal in accord with the Collective Agreement with CUPE Local and the Connective Personnel Polices
Arranges shift schedules, ensuring appropriate staff coverage
Implements a system of staff and volunteer orientation, supervision, in service training and evaluation
Ensures all appropriate daily, monthly, and annual documentation of resource staff and contractor's files and records are maintained
Accepts responsibility for the daily and monthly financial and administrative aspects of the programs

Programs

Makes sure effective, inclusive support programs are designed and maintained
Supports the overall program strategic direction
Liaises with other Connective's staff, especially regarding potential referrals
Facilitates person-centered planning opportunities for staff and service users
Develops related program opportunities, available to the individuals in the community
Ensures that funder's guidelines, based on all agreed goals and including all steps or success measurement and timelines, are completed

Community

Maintains effective working relationships with related community services, government/stakeholders and agencies
Is knowledgeable of related agencies for effective client referrals and support, especially those in their respective communities

Facilities

Ensures that the physical facilities fulfill all fire, health and safety regulations
Ensures that the resource(s) is maintained as a clean, pleasant and safe environment

On Call

Is available to all resource staff, in case of emergencies; this may include carrying a pager or cell phone 24 hours a day and ensures on call coverage is arranged in their absence

Other Duties

Coordination and Administration of other teams and programs
All Human Resource Functions – recruitment, training, development

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

A relevant degree, diploma or certificate, or combination of education and experience
At least two years of related/transferable experience
Strong skills with Microsoft Office, Zoom and other meeting and webinar platforms
Ability to manage time efficiently, high level of accuracy, and attention to detail
Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with team members, clients, partners and stakeholders
Strong communication skills (listening, verbal and written)

REQUIREMENTS

Ability to successfully complete a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Records Check
Ability to successfully pass a reference check
Current Emergency First Aid Certificate (please refer to the Certificates accepted in B.C. - WorkSafeBC)
Valid class 5 driver's license
Proof of vaccination for communicable diseases may be required as mandated by Government, Health Authority, and/or funder requirements
Personal transportation that is in good repair, insured for business up to $1,000,000 for liability, and which can be used to transport clients

COMPENSATION
Annual Salary will be between $72,500.00 to $90,600.00 and will be based on experience and qualifications. This role is also eligible for the organization's comprehensive benefits package. The salary range provided represents the total compensation plan for this position. Actual salary placement will be determined based on a variety of factors, including pay equity, market conditions, candidate experience, internal equity, and organizational priorities. Placement within the range is typically at the midpoint.

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