Youth Residential Manager
Place of work
Mississauga
Job details
Job description, work day and responsibilities
Location
3579 Dixie Road, Mississauga, ON L4Y 2B3
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Employee assistance program
Wellness program
Paid time off
Casual dress
On-site parking
Full job description
Organization Overview
Our Place Peel is a growing, community-based, non-profit charitable organization that is focused on providing shelter and outreach support for homeless and disadvantaged youth in the Peel Region. We are a leading organization recognized in the community for our commitment to providing youth in need with a safe environment and access to services to help them achieve independence and foster growth.
Our Place Peel’s mission is to empower youth through prevention, intervention and support in accessing safe and sustainable housing. Their vision is for all youth to have a place to call home.
What We Can Offer You:
Paid Time off
Casual dress
On-site parking
Training and education allowance
100% employer-paid benefits
Wellness program
Employee and family assistance program
Opportunity for Growth!
Position Profile
Reporting to the Director of Housing Services, the Youth Residential Manager will be responsible for the overall management and operations of the Youth Shelter. This role includes the supervision and management of front-line Youth Workers and Supervisors.
The Youth Residential Manager will manage the facility, programs, and operations while ensuring the most successful outcome for the youth in support.
Role Overview
Responsibilities:
Develop, promote and support a housing first strategy that builds success through the social determinants of health.
Lead the day-to-day operation of all residential facilities, including case management and overall programming for the residents.
Participate as a member of the management team in the development and review of agency practices and programs.
Build a team of accountable, caring, responsive and highly motivated front-line employees in support of clients.
Lead performance management initiatives while supporting the growth and development of staff.
Build, maintain and ensure the highest level of data integrity in support of evidenced based outcomes and funder reports.
Manage intake and admissions, program plans, action plans, and discharges of residents.
Ensure that professional standards are maintained as related to client documentation and case management.
Participate on a rotation basis with other designated management staff to respond to emergencies via on-call support.
Create a safe and secure setting for all youth accessing services at the shelter.
Ensure that the facility meets health and safety standards.
Participate in the development of the yearly budgeting process and oversee the annual residential budget.
Foster a positive and supportive working environment with an emphasis on building a position labour relations climate.
All other duties as required in the successful management of shelter operations while partnering with all stakeholders in support of organizational success.
Qualifications
University degree or equivalent in a related social services field. Masters in relative field is considered an asset.
3-5 years of experience working as a supervisor/manager in the social service sector, preferably with a focus on youth homelessness.
Understanding of issues relating to youth homelessness and the barriers youth face in attaining and maintaining their housing, as well as an understanding of the broader housing sector in Peel.
Experience in recruiting and supervising program staff.
Demonstrated experience in providing leadership to the staff team.
Cultural competency sensitivity and commitment to working through an EDIB, anti-oppressive, anti-racism framework.
Experience working with budgets, funding proposals, and completing funding requirements.
Valid CPI/UMAB certification, First Aid/CPR certification is preferred
A valid Ontario’s full G Driver’s Licence is required, with a clean driver’s abstract. A $2,000,000 minimum liability car insurance coverage is also mandatory.
Completion of a successful Vulnerable Sector Check/Criminal Record Check will be a condition of employment.
Fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to applicable legislation.
How to Apply:
If you are a compassionate, highly motivated and results-oriented individual, with a passion for supporting youth, please send your updated resume and cover letter by clicking "Apply Now". We thank all applicants for their interest in Our Place Peel. We thank everyone that applies. Only qualified candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Our Place Peel is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for disabilities will be provided to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process upon request. We are dedicated to providing an atmosphere free from barriers in order to promote equity, inclusivity and diversity. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees!
DISCLAIMER
This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
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Offer ID: #1224240,
Published: 2 days ago,
Company registered: 2 months ago
