Manager, Family Programs

Indigenous Perspectives Society; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization focused on supporting families is seeking a Manager for Family Programs. This full-time position involves overseeing service delivery, managing a dedicated team, and ensuring connection and support for adoptive and permanency families within the community. The role allows for remote work with some required office presence in downtown Vancouver.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing programs and supervising staff.
• Strong understanding of social services and community needs.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day functioning of family support services.
• Supervise and support team members in their roles.
• Manage special projects and contractors as required.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Project Management

Community Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Reporting to the Director, Programs, the Manager, Family Programs is responsible for the day-to-day functioning of the organization’s portfolio of services for adoptive and permanency families of all kinds. These services focus on 3 areas : support, education, and connection with other families. The Manager provides support to the Director, Programs, and supervises a team that currently includes a Family Support Specialist, Education Coordinator, Education Facilitators, and Program Assistant, while overseeing a number of special projects and contractors.

This is a full-time position working 5 days / week (35 hours), and based in the Lower Mainland. The Manager will work mostly from a home office, with some regular attendance required at our downtown Vancouver office. They must be able to undertake occasional travel locally and across BC.