Job description

Overview:
As the Supportive Living Manager of Better Choice Group Homes Incorporated (BCGHI), you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations and ensuring the well-being of people supported within supportive living homes. This role requires strong leadership skills, empathy, and a deep understanding of Applied Behavioural Analysis Interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supervision and Leadership:
- Provide strong leadership to a team of direct support professionals, behaviour analysts and behaviour analyst assistants, including hiring, training, and performance management.
- Create a positive and supportive work environment that fosters teamwork and professional growth.

2. Person Centered Care and Support:
- Develop and implement individualized personal support plans, (PSP/POC) care plans and protocols for people in service, in collaboration with other professionals and interest holders.
- Monitor progress and behaviour, of persons supported and work collaboratively with the Behaviour Analyst (RBA) and provide input as necessary to ensure overall safety and well-being.
- Provide direct care and support to people receiving services, including assistance with daily activity schedules and personal care.

3.. Administrative Duties:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care and services provided to persons supported, including progress notes, incident reports, and medication administration records.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including those related to health, safety, and privacy.
- Manage budgets and resources effectively to meet all operational needs of the home.

4. Communication and Collaboration:
- Communicate effectively with people supported, their families, staff, and external interest holders to ensure coordinated care and support.
- Collaborate with other professionals, such as psychologists, social workers, and medical professionals, to address the comprehensive needs of people supported.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
- Prior experience working in a supportive living setting or similar setting, with demonstrated experience in applied behavioural analysis.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and support a team.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards governing supportive living home operations.

- Experience with and sound knowledge of MCCSS regulatory requirements –Services and Supports to Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act, 2008 (SIPDDA) and Child, Youth, and Family Services Act, 2017 (CYFSA) – along with Quality Assurance Management (QAM) requirements related to supportive living services

- SMG- Crisis Intervention Training

- CPR and First Aid certification

- Successful completion of a Better Choice Group Homes Incorporated recognized pharmacology course

-- Valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License
- Criminal Records Check- Broad Record Check (BRC)

- Use protective equipment and wear protective devices or clothing that the employer deems as required, including the use of fit-tested N95 respirator and/or similar equipment.

-Please note that all prospective BCGHI employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, including the full COVID-19 vaccination (two doses), as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment

Additional Information:

This position requires at times working evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as participating in on-call responsibilities. The ability to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to crisis situations is essential.

Job details

Job type

· Full-time

· Permanent

Shift and schedule

· 8 hour shift

· Weekends and Evenings as needed

Location

Orangeville, Brampton, and Vaughan, ON

Benefits

· Health Benefits (Drug, Dental, Paramedical, Vision, and Travel)

· RRSP ‘s

· Casual dress

· On-site parking

· Paid time off

· Participation as a member of a solution-focused and inclusive team

· Training, support and professional development opportunities

· Meaningful work empowering people of all abilities

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Better Choice Group Homes Incorporated will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

We thank all applicants for your interest in our organization but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Company DescriptionAt Better Choice Group Homes (BCGHI), our mission is to empower lives and ensure the highest quality of care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of ability, has access to compassionate and professional supports and services. Our focus is on enhancing the quality of life for people in service and helping them achieve their full potential.Company DescriptionAt Better Choice Group Homes (BCGHI), our mission is to empower lives and ensure the highest quality of care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of ability, has access to compassionate and professional supports and services. Our focus is on enhancing the quality of life for people in service and helping them achieve their full potential.