EXEMPT - Term Winter Shelter Program Manager

JOB TITLE: EXEMPT - Term Winter Shelter Night Program Manager

REPORTS TO: Director of Housing & Community Programs

DESCRIPTION: An exciting opportunity to help lead one our most anticipated Winter Shelter Programs within an organization dedicated to making a meaningful difference across the Lower Mainland, including Greater Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, and the Tri-Cities. The Manager will assist with planning, organizing, directing, and administering the Winter Shelter, while also working collaboratively with the team to ensure efficient operations and successful program outcomes. They will be responsible for the daily operation of the program, including staffing and personnel, and will ensure that program delivery aligns with the policies, procedures, and Mission Statement of Progressive Housing Society.

EMPLOYEE CATEGORY: January 1, 2026 – April , contingent upon final funding approval

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 (one) vacancy

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or other related field preferred; may consider equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years' experience working with vulnerable adult populations including those affected with mental illness and other complex health conditions and homelessness with preference given to those who have worked directly in a shelter environment.
• Minimum of 3 years front line supervisory experience in a similar environment overseeing teams larger than 10, or a demonstrated excellence in leadership combined with extensive experience, in combination with education.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean drivers' abstract.
• Personal vehicle for business related purposes.
• Standard First Aid & CPR.
• Provincial Violence Prevention Training is considered an asset.
• Naloxone Training.
• Trauma Informed Care training.
• Successful clearance of a criminal record check.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Well-demonstrated written, oral, and high-level communication skills.
• Ability to foster and maintain a collaborative team approach to program delivery.
• Demonstrated expertise in dealing successfully with persons with complex care needs.
• Strong background and working knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation processes.
• In-depth understanding of administrative functions, including budget preparation and financial management.
• Proficient in computer skills, including ability to use MS Office.
• Extensive experience and demonstrated success in time management, problem solving, conflict resolution, and consensus building.
• Capacity to lead, coach, train, and mentor staff and clients effectively.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with tenants, community groups, government agencies, and the public.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and capability to manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrated ability to act decisively in crisis management situations.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, organizes, directs, and administers provision of the Winter Shelter Program.
• Responsible for nightly operations of the program, staffing and personnel, and ensuring that program delivery is consistent with the policies, procedures, and Mission Statement of Progressive Housing Society.

***Keeping in line with our mandate of a low barrier approach, all of our sites are animal friendly***

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $79,000.00-$84,278.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Keeping in line with our mandate of a low barrier approach, all of our sites are

animal friendly. Are you comfortable with this?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Drivers Licence (required)

Work Location: In person