Director, Wellbriety, Housing & Protective Care

Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak; Thompson; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) is seeking a Director of Wellbriety, Transitional Housing and Protective Care Services in Thompson, MB. The role provides strategic leadership for a continuum of housing, wellness and protective care services, ensuring Indigenous-led healing, safety, and housing stability.

The Director oversees operations, budgets, HR, and community engagement, championing Housing First, harm reduction and trauma-informed approaches in collaboration with Elders and Knowledge

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Indigenous Studies, Nursing, Health Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master's degree is considered an asset.
• Minimum seven years of progressive leadership experience in housing, homelessness, addictions, health care, or social services.
• Minimum five years of senior management experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience managing twenty-four-hour operations and complex budgets.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and operational oversight for MKO's Wellbriety Centre, Transitional Housing Program, and Protective Care Unit.
• Develop and implement strategic and operational plans aligned with MKO priorities.
• Establish measurable goals, indicators, and performance metrics.
• Lead program development, quality improvement, and innovation across services.
• Ensure culturally safe, trauma-informed, client-centred service delivery.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic planning

Budget management

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work / related field

Master's degree (asset)

Job description

Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) is seeking a Director of Wellbriety, Transitional Housing and Protective Care Services in Thompson, MB. The role provides strategic leadership for a continuum of housing, wellness and protective care services, ensuring Indigenous-led healing, safety, and housing stability.

The Director oversees operations, budgets, HR, and community engagement, championing Housing First, harm reduction and trauma-informed approaches in collaboration with Elders and Knowledge