Community Services Manager

Borden Family Resource Centre; Adjala–Tosorontio; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FOCUS Community Development Corporation is seeking a Community Services Manager responsible for oversight, program direction and administration of community services to deliver coordinated programs aligned with the Centre's Mission, Vision and Strategic Priorities.

The role requires completed post-secondary studies in Social/Human Services, at least three years of supervisory experience, bilingual English and French, and strong skills in budgeting, project and personnel management, and

Qualifications

• Completed post-secondary studies (minimum 2 year program) in Social/Human Services or related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee community services, ensuring alignment with the Centre's Mission, Vision and Strategic Priorities.
• Provide program direction and administration with coordination of service delivery and evaluation.
• Manage budgets, project planning, personnel administration and business planning.
• Collaborate with community partners and staff, while ensuring flexible hours as needed.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Supervisory experience

Budget administration

Project management

Personnel administration

Business planning

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration with community partners

Flexible hours

Education

Post-secondary studies in Social/Human Services or related field

Tools

MS Office

MS Teams

WebEx

Zoom

Job description

The Community Services Manager is responsible for the oversight, program direction and administration of community services ensuring a coordinated effort to program delivery & evaluation in accordance with the Centre's Mission, Vision and Strategic Priorities.

Skills Required

Completed Post-Secondary studies (minimum 2 year program) in Social/Human Services or related field. 3 years Supervisory experience in Program and Personnel management.

Competencies

• Ability to communicate effectively in both French and English;
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in understanding the principles of the non profit sector and community development model;
• Demonstrated experience in the supervision of community and family support programming;
• Experience in budget administration, project management, personnel administration and business planning;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Internet, MS Teams, WebEx, and Zoom;
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR certificates;
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Excellent judgement, initiative and leadership skills;
• Creative, strategic and visionary thinker;
• Ability to deal tactfully, courteously and effectively with staff and the public;
• Ability to work with minimum supervision;
• Awareness of relevant legislative Acts;
• Understanding and sensitivity to the unique needs of the military lifestyle;
• Ability to effectively collaborate with community partners;
• Ability to work well independently and in a collaborative team environment;
• Prepared to work flexible hours.

The Borden Family Resource Centre is committed to improving access and opportunities for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

A criminal record check and vulnerable sector screening will also be required as a condition of employment for this position.