Assistant Program Coordinator [My Place] (Permanent, Full-Time) - #2026078

jhsscareers; Regina; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

John Howard Society of Saskatchewan is seeking an Assistant Program Coordinator to support daily housing program operations and case management within the Housing First (My Place) initiative. You will guide staff, participate in funder meetings, and help ensure services are risk-reductive and client-centered.

The role requires strong communication, organizational, and crisis-intervention skills, plus a commitment to trauma-informed practices and restorative justice.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
• Exceptional writing and case management skills.
• Strong verbal skills and professional communication.
• Ability to work independently and build relationships with clients and agencies.
• Understanding of Restorative Justice and Harm Reduction practices.
• Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily program operations.
• Provide support and guidance to program staff.
• Attend meetings with partnering agencies and funders as required.
• Support and assist caseworkers in crisis intervention and behavioral support for high-risk participants.
• Lead case planning and management for participants to ensure services are risk-reductive and participant-oriented.
• Support participants using a trauma-informed and restorative justice lens.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with landlords and other agencies.
• Model and encourage independent problem solving and decision-making.
• Complete reporting and administrative tasks to program and funder standards.
• Provide on-call and scheduling support as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management skills

Writing and case management

Verbal communication

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft 365

SharePoint

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Position: Assistant Program Coordinator

Program: Housing First(My Place)

Position Type: Unionized, In-scope [SGEU]

Hourly Pay: [$23.70 to $25.63]

Vacancies: 1

Application Deadline: 11:59 pm (CST),September 29, 2026

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About John Howard Society of Saskatchewan

We're a well-established non-profit provincial organization that provides effective, just, and humane services in response to the causes and consequences of crime, and assists individuals who are at risk or are involved in the criminal justice process.

Our Mission

The John Howard Society of Saskatchewan provides prevention, intervention, support services, and advocacy for individuals who are at risk or are involved in the criminal justice process.

Our Vision

Communities have effective, just, humane practices that support positive social outcomes

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About the role

The Assistant Program Coordinator (APC) will provide daily support for household operations and case management.

What you'll do

Assistant Program Coordinator duties include the following:

• Oversee daily program operations.
• Provide support and guidance to program staff.
• Attend meetings with partnering agencies and funders as required.
• Support and assist caseworkers in crisis intervention and behavioral support for high-risk participants
• Lead case planning and management for participants in the program to ensure the services being provided are risk reductive, individual, integrated, and participant orientated.
• Support participants using a trauma informed and restorative justice lens.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with landlords and other agencies.
• Role model and encourage independent problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Completing reporting and administrative tasks to program and funder standards.
• Provide on-call and scheduling support as program requires.
• Perform other duties as assigned/needed.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Other Requirements

• The successful candidate must be able to meet the physical demands of working in a residential home environment while providing quality support to clients.
• This position requires the ability to safely lift and carry household items, groceries, and other materials as part of daily responsibilities. The role involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, and driving throughout the workday, with regular movement between tasks and client support activities.
• Candidates must be comfortable climbing stairs, performing general housekeeping duties, making beds, accessing storage areas, and completing seasonal outdoor tasks such as yard maintenance and snow removal. The position also requires the ability to push, pull, bend, and perform other physical movements necessary to maintain a safe and supportive home environment.
• Successful candidates will possess the physical stamina, mobility, and flexibility to perform the essential duties of the position safely and effectively while supporting the needs of clients.

Knowledge, Skills and Assets:

• Working knowledge of the Mission, Vision and Values of the John Howard Society of Saskatchewan.
• Working knowledge of the characteristics of disadvantaged persons.
• Working knowledge of Restorative Justice and Harm Reduction practices.
• Understanding and commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action.
• Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
• Exceptional writing and case management skills.
• Strong verbal skills and the ability to communicate professionally.
• Resourceful, flexible, and well organized.
• Professional, responsive, and a positive work attitude.
• Ability to make sound, timely, and accurate judgment while navigating crisis.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must maintain a positive relationship with clients, other staff, businesses, and government agencies.
• Demonstrate empathy for those impacted by the Criminal Justice System.

Qualifications

Education:

• Secondary education from Saskatchewan Polytechnic or Community Colleges or University Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and/or minimum 1 year of practical experience working with individuals impacted by socio-economic issues including homelessness, trauma, addiction, mental health, poverty, and the child welfare

Practical Experience:

• Working knowledge and experience with individuals impacted by socio-economic issues, including: homelessness, trauma, addiction, mental health, poverty, and the child welfare system.
• Working with a range of diverse clients, indiscriminate of: age, gender, sexual orientation, abilities, socio-economic status, religious preference, etc.

Other:

• First Aid & CPR, ASIST, Non-violent Crisis Intervention, Food Safe would be considered an asset.
• Valid / Insurable Saskatchewan Driver’s License, insurable to drive clients in JHSS-owned vehicles.
• Cleared Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check, completed three (3) months prior to start date.

Capability:

• Computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Requires flexibility and should be able to work varying shifts

Additional Information

The above statements reflect general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be construed as the detailed description of all work assignments that may be inherent to the position.

Your past doesn’t need to define your future. JHSS requires a Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check for all eligible employees, though the presence of a criminal record will not alone preclude employment and will be investigated to determine the circumstances and the relevance of the convictions for the position being considered in accordance with any applicable legislation.