Day Program Team Leader — Assistant

L’Arche Winnipeg, Inc.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

L’Arche Calgary is seeking an Assistant Day Program Leader to support day-to-day coordination of the Day Program and assist with leadership responsibilities. The role combines direct support with operational duties to ensure safe, respectful, and person-centred care for individuals with developmental disabilities.

You will work closely with the Day Program Leader, coordinate activities, transportation, medication practices and program resources while supporting Program Assistants to deliver

Qualifications

• Experience in disability services or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with L’Arche values and person-centered approaches an asset.
• Strong administrative and computer skills (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.
• NVCI training, or willingness to obtain.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence preferred.
• Satisfactory Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector Search.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily program operations and activities per the calendar.
• Support ISPs and Behaviour Support Plans for individuals.
• Manage transportation bookings and same-day changes as needed.
• Maintain documentation, logs, and program records accurately.
• Monitor health, safety, and risk-management practices.
• Provide operational leadership coverage when required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Coordination

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Confidentiality

Initiative

Collaborative leadership

Education

First Aid/CPR certification

NVCI training

Police Information Check (Vulnerable Sector)

Valid Class 5 driver’s licence

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

L’Arche Calgary is seeking an Assistant Day Program Leader to support day-to-day coordination of the Day Program and assist with leadership responsibilities. The role combines direct support with operational duties to ensure safe, respectful, and person-centred care for individuals with developmental disabilities.

You will work closely with the Day Program Leader, coordinate activities, transportation, medication practices and program resources while supporting Program Assistants to deliver