#2026-HL24-House Lead

Life's Journey Inc; Brandon; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Life’s Journey Inc. in Brandon, MB seeks a House Lead for the Westman Services program. The role provides direct support, ensures safety, and coordinates planning for participants in a residential setting.

The House Lead mentors Residential Support Mentors, collaborates with clinical case managers and coordinators, and upholds agency policies and safety standards in daily duties.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities and related supports.
• Knowledge of Manitoba Licensing Regulations, Rules and Standards.
• Satisfactory background checks (Child and Adult Abuse Registry, Criminal Record Check).
• First Aid Level 1 – Emergency certification.
• Regular attendance and reliable transportation with valid license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe home environment and provide direct support to participants.
• Assist in planning, monitoring and communicating participant activities.
• Mentor and support Residential Support Mentors and coordinate with the care team.
• Establish positive relationships with collaterals while maintaining professional boundaries.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Crisis support

Safety compliance

Job description

JOBPOSTING #2026-HL24 – HOUSE LEAD - Full-Time Permanent

Agency:Life’s Journey Inc.

Posted:October 2, 2026

Program: Westman Services

ClosingDate: October 16, 2026

Wage: $19.01-$21.40 Hourly (Based on qualifications)

HoursWorked:Monday - Friday: 7am-3pm

Location:Patmore (Brandon, MB)

Preference will be given to Male applicants

\"Knowledge of the Indigenous culture, ways, and traditions would be an asset”

OVERALLRESPONSIBILITY

The House Lead is responsible for maintaining a safehome environment while providing ongoing direct support of the participantsofthe Residential Program; ensuring all program requirements are consistentlybeing met. This includes participating in the ongoing planning, monitoring andcommunication of activities of the program participants that are in relation toeach participant’s program planning documents. The House Lead is expected tofollow the Personnel Policies, including Workplace Health and Safety Policies,the Operational Practices and the goals of Life’s Journey Inc. in completingtheir duties.The House Lead provides training,mentorship, support and resources for Residential Support Mentors.

This position works collaboratively with othermembers of the Residential Care Team including Residential SupportMentors, other House Leads, Clinical Case Managers, Residential Case Workers,Residential Assistant Coordinators, the Residential Coordinator and ProgramManager. In addition to the Residential Care Team, the House Lead is alsoresponsible to ensure positive interactions with collaterals associated withthe participants being supported.

This role requires anindividual that is able to support the program and team with:

• High work standards: work ethic, task completion,consistency, follow up, accuracy/attention to detail, time management.
• Personal management skills: accountability,self-management, stress tolerance, adaptability/flexibility, creativity,initiative, working in teams or independently, problem solving.
• Personal development skills: ability, openness,willingness to learn, receives feedback and seeks collaborative opportunities.
• Professional Skills: interpersonal andcommunication skills, influencing, collaboration and the ability to establisheffective relationships/trust with others, within professional boundaries.
• Mentoring Skills: coaching, patience, influencingand modeling professional behavior.

REPORTINGRELATIONSHIP:

Residential Coordinator & Clinical Case Manager

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with individuals with suicidalideations, dual mental health diagnoses and self-harming behaviors.
• Optimally, three years of experience in a relatedrole and supporting individuals with disabilities, demonstrating empathy anddeveloping practical, supportive, and effective working relationships.
• Previous,residential experience and understanding of Manitoba Licensing Legislation, Regulations,and Standards, as well as, planning, organizational and administrative skills.
• SatisfactoryChild and Adult Abuse Registry check, satisfactory Criminal Record Check(vulnerable sector search) and a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract and License.
• Certificationof First Aid Level 1 – Emergency.
• Theability to attend work regularly as scheduled or requested.
• Demonstratedlanguage, writing, and comprehension skills.
• Demonstratecultural knowledge competence and participate in agency training fordevelopment.
• Asafe and reliable vehicle and proof of appropriate insurance on the vehicle.

CORECOMPETENCIES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, EffectiveCommunication, Patience and Perseverance, Reasoning and Decision Making

Life’s Journey strives towards a workforcethat has a fair representation of the community that we serve.