Programs Manager: Shelter Programs & Leadership

Sandgate Womens Shelter; Georgina; On-site; CAD 87,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandgate Women’s Shelter of York Region Inc. is seeking a Programs Manager to lead shelter programs, transitional housing and service delivery.

The role reports to the Executive Director and requires coordination across staff with a focus on harm reduction and intersectional practices. Responsibilities include supervising program personnel, coordinating trainings, maintaining records and ensuring compliance with policies and funders.

Qualifications

• Understanding of gender-based violence, particularly intimate partner violence, and its impacts on children and youth.
• Direct clinical skills and experience in gender-based violence support services.
• Minimum 5+ years in social services with at least 2–3 years in a management role.
• University Degree in relevant discipline (social work, community development, program management) or equivalent experience.
• Ability to liaise effectively with community partners and funders; commitment to feminist, anti-oppression approaches.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management, development and evaluation of shelter programs and transitional housing.
• Provide leadership, supervision, training and support to shelter program personnel.
• Develop and implement a program evaluation system and annual training plans.
• Ensure health, safety, and policy compliance and reports to the Executive Director.
• Represent Sandgate in community coalitions and partnerships.

Education

University Degree in a relevant discipline

5+ years of progressive experience in social services (2–3 years in management)

Job description

Sandgate Women’s Shelter of York Region Inc. is seeking a Programs Manager to lead shelter programs, transitional housing and service delivery.

The role reports to the Executive Director and requires coordination across staff with a focus on harm reduction and intersectional practices. Responsibilities include supervising program personnel, coordinating trainings, maintaining records and ensuring compliance with policies and funders.