A leading non-profit organization committed to supporting individuals within their community.

EDI-B VALUES

The success of an organization stems from a team that is aligned with its mission and vision, where decisions are made in the best interests of the clients they serve and the marginalized and vulnerable populations across our communities. Through this effort, all team members embrace their roles in the organization with respect and dignity for all stakeholders. Through these partnerships, everyone is focused on ensuring a commitment and responsibility toward anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, diversity, inclusivity, and belonging.

MISSION

The Manager, Respite and Residential Supports is responsible for overseeing supports provided through residential services, and ensuring that services provided are person centred, focusing on the achievement of personal outcomes within the organization.

The Pod Group is partnering with this organization to place a resourceful, compassionate, and strategic individual to fulfill the role of Manager, Respite and Residential Supports.

PRIORTIES

• Management of day to day operations and provide direct service and support to individuals or clients.
• Ensure that person centered plans are developed and implemented for individuals receiving services.
• Communicate with community and act as a liaison between organization and community groups (school, other homes, etc.).
• Participate in budget development in relevant areas through the establishment of priorities as they relate to residential service needs.
• Review financial statements, budgets, invoices, personnel activity reports, or other performance data to measure productivity or goal achievement or to identify areas needing cost reduction or program improvement.
• Collaborate with HR in the hiring process including recruitment, screening, interviewing, selection, orientation, and staff training.
• Provide support, leadership, coaching and mentoring to employees.
• Resolve conflict, implement respect for others and encourage opportunities for participation, contribution and growth.
• Adhere to workplace Occupational Health and Safety requirements, as well as related legislative requirements, to maintain a safe environment for individuals receiving supports.
• Monitor and ensure the completion of required documentation according to policy, procedure, and relevant legislation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

TALENTS & EXPERTISE

• Post-Secondary education in Social Services or a related field.
• 5+ years of work experience in the social services or other related field.
• Supervisory experience in a Not-for-profit, unionized environment is a strong asset.
• Current Standard First Aid, CPR and CPI certificate.
• A valid Ontario full (G) Driver's Licence.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong strategic planning, team building and facilitation skills.
• Change management experience is considered an asset.
• Flexible hours as needed, rotating on-call schedule.

THE POD GROUP

The Pod Group (PG) is a creative consulting group that provides customized and innovative solutions to support our client's growth and ultimate success while promoting the integration of equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in creating culture and engagement.

We balance strategy and people to help community organizations make better use of their resources by focusing on building the competencies to promote people-centric organizations.

The Pod Group has great success in serving a number of community sectors, including health, social services, developmental, housing, mental health, and community health care.

We promote a unique approach while incorporating marketing and human resources as an integral component of strategy, mission, and vision. This focus aligns strategy with the development of a culture that embraces all stakeholders and a community spirit while ensuring an effective plan that meets the requirements of the organization.