Program Coordinator

Connective is a dynamic non-profit organization that provides innovative programming in the social services sector. We strive to create safe, healthy, and inclusive communities for all.

ROLE PURPOSE

We're currently seeking a motivated, compassionate, and experienced Program Coordinator to join our Community Housing Programs. This is an opportunity for a strong leader with a background in working with individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health challenges and/or substance use services to make a real difference in the lives of others.

The Program Coordinator supports the day-to-day operations of the program and plays a key role in planning, development, implementation, and oversight. You'll also be responsible for ensuring that each client's receive proper wrap around supports.

HOURS (40 Hours per week) 

• Thursday to Monday, 1600 to 0000 (non-negotiable)
• Must be willing to work flexible schedule based on program 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

• Assists the supervisor in providing orientation, training, work direction, and guidance to residence workers by performing duties such as clarifying program policies, reviewing work, and scheduling residence workers. Provides input to residence workers' performance evaluations.
• May oversee the operation of the residence in the absence of the supervisor or as directed.
• Participates in the assessment, goal setting and program planning (Personal Service Plan) for individuals living in a residence. Documents, implements, and provides input into the evaluation of the program.
• In cooperation with the Residence Manager, is available to all resource staff, in case of emergencies. This may include carrying the pager or cell phone 24 hours a day.
• Provides life skills training such as meal preparation, housekeeping, personal care skills, and personal finance and implements personal service plans.
• Performs all other work duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a proven ability to work within a fast-paced, growth-focused environment. The ideal candidate has:

• A university Degree in a relevant branch of the Behavioral Sciences
• Experienced working with individuals with autism (or spectrum disorders)
• Demonstrated ability to work in high stress environment, often dealing with clients in crisis situations
• Demonstrates initiative, independence, and efficiency
• Experience in the appropriate field and demonstrate a clear ability to respond well in crisis situations
• An understanding of providing service to people with different learning abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Demonstrated experience in an applicable residential setting
• Demonstrated a good working knowledge of the technical details important to the functioning of group residences
• An awareness of Community Living of British Columbia (the contractor) concerns, laws and policies related to the specific residence program
• Demonstrated the ability to teach skills and work effectively with others
• Knowledge of theory, principles and practices in the fields related to the particular residence

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License
• 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
• Ability to successfully complete a Vulnerable Persons Criminal Records Check
• Ability to successfully pass a reference check
• Current First Aid Certificate (Please refer to the Certificates accepted in B.C. - WorkSafeBC) 

COMPENSATION

As Connective is a unionized environment, the starting wage is $29.17 per hour. This position is eligible for full benefits as per the collective agreement. 

Important: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada, observe their weekly hours limit if under a temporary or study visa, and provide proof of eligibility if selected for the role.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

At Connective, we value and accommodate unique differences to ensure that our staff have the opportunity and are supported to thrive. To build a strong and representative workforce, we strongly encourage applications from BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+ people, immigrants, and people with disabilities or other marginalized communities.

For more information on Connective's services and locations, visit our website

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