Program Coordinator

Adult & Teen Challenge USA; Brandon; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Community involvement

Job summary

Adult & Teen Challenge of Central Canada in Brandon, Manitoba seeks a Program Coordinator for the In-Residence Program. You will provide leadership and mentorship to staff, clients, and families, ensuring the program meets accreditation standards.

This faith-based role requires a deep commitment to Christian faith and the ability to mentor students, coordinate classes, and maintain reporting systems to track progress.

Qualifications

• Possess or be willing to obtain Ministry/Pastoral/Counseling credentials.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to minister and counsel students and families.
• Willingness to learn and be teachable.
• Lead by example and maintain positive staff relationships.
• Experience with computer systems and reporting platforms.
• Commitment to ATCCC doctrines and faith-based values.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one mentorship sessions; 45 minutes per student weekly.
• Record and track mentorship sessions in reporting systems.
• Create and teach GSNL & PSNL curriculum; be certified to teach all materials.
• Track class progression on reporting systems and schedule classes.
• Develop and maintain relationships with student families; weekly progress updates.
• Lead students during daily activities and events including church services and outreach.
• Assist with Freedom Services planning and execution, including setup and sermons.
• Coordinate with campus manager to ensure accreditation standards are met.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Counseling

Teachability

Lead by example

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Mentoring

Pastoral insight

Conflict resolution

Lifelong learner

Education

Ministry/Pastoral/Counseling credentials

Job description

• Client Name: Adult & Teen Challenge of Central Canada
• Industry: Faith Based Residential Recovery
• City: Brandon
• State/Province: Manitoba
• Country: Canada

Job Title

Program Coordinator

Department

In-Residence Program

Reports To

Campus Manager

About Adult & Teen Challenge of Central Canada

Adult & Teen Challenge of Central Canada (ATCCC) is a Christ-centered, non‑profit ministry focused on substance abuse treatment and recovery. Our mission is to offer a full range of addiction treatment and recovery services with compassion and excellence. Our vision is to see addiction end, new life begin, and freedom for all through Jesus Christ.

Faith-Based Foundation and Commitment

This position requires a deep commitment to Christian faith. Staff are expected to pray regularly, participate in Bible studies and discipleship, and live out the teachings in daily life. Alignment with ATCCC doctrines is essential.

Core Values

• Integrity – live honestly and lovingly.
• Servant Leadership – serve those in care.
• Unity – work together as one body.
• Faith – trust God’s timing.

Team Culture

• Humble – put others first, active listening.
• Hungry – drive to excel, continuous learning.
• Smart – relational intelligence, build rapport.

Position Overview

Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, clients, and families, ensuring the program meets accreditation standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide one‑on‑one mentorship sessions; 45 minutes per student weekly.
• Record and track mentorship sessions in reporting systems.
• Create and teach GSNL & PSNL curriculum and learning plans; be certified to teach all materials.
• Track class progression on reporting systems.
• Schedule or adapt class time to maintain academic success of each student.
• Develop and maintain relationships with student families; communicate progress or incidents weekly.
• Record all family communications in reporting systems.
• Invite families to ATC events (banquets, golf tournament, Freedom Service, family days).
• Organize student requests, phone calls, visits; track on reporting system.
• Ensure program events, rules, and procedures are followed.
• Lead students during daily activities and events such as Church Services, outreach booths, and presentations.
• Assist with Freedom Services planning and execution, including setting up, supervising, and sharing sermons.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Maintain student bank for assigned students.
• Coordinate work schedules with student details.
• Oversee medical care, intake, and government assistance programs.
• Assist campus manager with budgetary goals and fundraising events.
• Adapt to flexible scheduling; evenings and weekends may be required.
• Communicate decisions and suggested changes to campus manager.
• Provide leadership to students, families, volunteers, and staff.

Qualifications

• Possess or be willing to obtain Ministry/Pastoral/Counseling credentials.
• Strong organizational skills and effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to minister and counsel students and families.
• Willingness to learn and be teachable.
• Serve as an example to staff in daily living.
• Maintain excellent working relationships with all staff and departments.
• Working knowledge of computer systems and web-based programs.
• Strong understanding of the ATC ministry’s DNA.
• Ability to mentor and give advice to staff and leaders.
• Understanding of human nature and physical/spiritual battles.
• Ability to defuse tense situations.
• Willing to take new training and live as a lifelong learner.